In the grand adventure of parenting, we’re all in pursuit of excellence, especially when dealing with the unique challenges of autism, PANDAS, and PANS. This edition is our spotlight on a game-changer – breakfast. Not just any breakfast, but the kind that’s like rocket fuel for our little ones. Our mission? Unpacking a treasure trove…
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Microbiome-Brain Roadmap: Autism PANDAS and PANS
Navigating the Microbiome-Brain Connection: A Roadmap for Families with Children Facing Symptoms of Autism, PANDAS, and PANS In the realm of children’s health, few journeys are as intricate and challenging as those families navigate when dealing with conditions symptoms of autism, PANDAS (Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections), and PANS (Paediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric…
10 Nutrients Most Deficient in Autism
Published in the Autism Eye Magazine, March 2023 Research shows that many children with autism have nutrient deficiencies, which can contribute to autism symptoms. These deficiencies can be due to various reasons, including digestive problems, picky eating habits, food sensitivities, gut dysbiosis, metabolic disorders, and nutrient-depleting medications. The followings are some of the essential…
ARFID In Children With Autism PANS And PANDAS
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a type of eating disorder characterized by a persistent failure to meet appropriate nutritional and/or energy needs. Individuals with ARFID may fear certain foods or strongly dislike certain textures and may also experience weight loss or nutritional deficiencies. It is more common in children with autism, PANS, and…
Mighty Iron
Iron: a vital nutrient with many functions Iron is best known as an essential component of haemoglobin – the molecule in red blood cells that is responsible for transporting oxygen around the body. However, iron also plays a role in many other metabolic processes, including growth and development, cellular respiration and DNA repair and…
Natural Solutions For Your ADHD Child
Article written by Stella Chadwick for the Autism Eye Magazine for the Autumn 2021 edition Over the past two decades, more than 10,000 papers have been published on ADHD and the conclusion is that there is no single cause for this condition. When supporting a child or adult with ADHD it is imperative to consider…
Speech Delay – How Diet and Supplements May Help
Wanting to hear the sound of your child’s voice is an intense and almost urgent need for a parent. The reasons for speech delay can be multifactorial and we have found that besides the functional medicine approach having input from other specialists such as OTs and SLTS as well as working on primitive reflex can…
Tamari & Ginger Paleo Noodles & Salmon Parcel
This is the ultimate home-made fast-food which takes minutes to put together and only 12 minutes to cook. Spiralizing vegetables might not be a new thing but it is definitely one of the easiest and tastiest ways to get veggies into kids. Making parcels is simple and is a really fun way of serving food…
Clinical Indications for Probiotics: An Overview
Clinical Infectious Diseases, Volume 46, Issue Supplement_2, 1 February 2008, Pages S96–S100, https://doi.org/10.1086/523333 Probiotic bacteria are used to treat or prevent a broad range of human diseases, conditions, and syndromes. In addition, there are areas of medical use that have been proposed for future probiotic applications. Randomized double-blind studies have provided evidence of probiotic effectiveness…
3-STEP POST SURGICAL GUIDE FOR YOUR CHILD
By Stella Chadwick BSc (hons) mBANT, CNHC Has Your Child Ever Regressed After a Surgical Procedure? Many families report that their child with autism or other autoimmune conditions such as PANS or PANDAS suffered a definite shift in behaviour and mood as well as a decline in cognitive skills following a surgical procedure. It is thought…