Puberty Survival Guide: Navigating the Maze with PANS, PANDAS, and Autism
Understanding the Impact of Hormones on Symptoms in Children on the Autism Spectrum and those with PANDAS and PANS Navigating the complexities of raising a child on the autism spectrum, or affected by PANDAS (Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections), or PANS (Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) can often feel overwhelming. I understand…
Do Fish Oils Make Your Child’s Symptoms Worse?
I want to share a personal story that might resonate with many of you. My daughter developed PANDAS symptoms after contracting scarlet fever, and our journey to help her has been both challenging and enlightening. Like many of you, we turned to both medical and natural solutions to help our child and to control inflammation…
Grain Free and Nut Free American Style Pancakes
Let’s talk breakfast, shall we? If you’re like me, you’ve probably got a few tricky eaters with special diets in the mix. It can be a real balancing act, can’t it? But fear not, because I’ve got a breakfast solution that’s a real game-changer: grain and nut-free American-style pillowy pancakes. These bad boys are a…
12 Easy Ways to Avoid Microplastics
As a parent myself, I’ve always been deeply aware of the toxic burden on our bodies. And with the exponential increase in childhood illnesses, allergies, neurodevelopmental delays, and autoimmune conditions, it’s apparent that our children are the canaries in the coal mine. Recent research has revealed that microplastics are not only pervasive but…
Extreme Picky Eating or Eosinophilic Oesophagitis?
Embarking on the journey of understanding extreme picky eating in children, it is crucial to acknowledge the complexity often hidden beneath seemingly typical behaviours. It is easy to dismiss picky eating as a mere behavioural issue or attribute it solely to sensory challenges. Among some practitioners, the go-to explanation might be deficiencies in zinc or…
Easy Gluten Free Flatbread with a Nutrition Boost
If you want a fluffy flatbread in a matter of minutes with the most delicious bounce and texture, with a boost of nutrition, this is the recipe for you. You can check out the recipe video on our Instagram page or follow the instructions below. The base of this recipe is from the talented blogger…
Your Roadmap to a Vibrant Pregnancy
Did you know that in the UK, more babies are conceived in the weeks leading up to and days after Christmas than at any other time of the year? (based on 2021 census). As you prepare for the incredible journey of shaping your little one’s future, let’s dive deeper into the crucial aspects of pregnancy….
Navigating Histamine & MCAS in Autism PANS and PANDAS
As parents, navigating the complex landscape of your child’s health can be challenging, especially when conditions like Autism, PANDAS (Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections), and PANS (Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) are in the picture. One aspect that often intersects with these conditions is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Understanding MCAS and…
Nourish to Flourish: Unlocking the Power of Diet
At Brainstorm Health, we equip ourselves with a diverse arsenal of tools to support the individuals we work with on their path to better health. From targeted nutritional supplements and micro-immunotherapy to probiotics and therapeutic treatments like Epsom salt baths and castor oil packs, we explore a broad spectrum of approaches. However, before delving into…
