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…
Food and Mood
Article written by Stella Chadwick for the Spring 2021 issue of the Autism Eye Magazine Can certain fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices cause negative behavioural issues for our children? Many of us know, or have figured out through personal experience, that food colouring, additives and flavourings can impact our children’s behaviour and mood. But…
Can’t Eat Won’t Eat
Written by Stella Chadwick for the Summer 2021 edition of the Autism Eye Magazine Feeding issues amongst children with autism are far too common. The challenges tend to be eating a limited food selection, showing anxiety or tantrums when presented with new foods, and/or having ritualistic eating behaviours, such as not wanting different types of…
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…
HOW TO FEED FUSSY KIDS
By Stella Chadwick BSc (hons) mBANT, CNHC This is one of the most common problems parents face when they come and see us for the first time. The most common issues tend to be eating a limited food selection, showing anxiety or tantrums when presented with new foods, and/or having ritualistic eating behaviours, such as not…
IS YOUR CHILD’S HEALTHY EATING BEING SABOTAGED?
By Stella Chadwick BSc (hons) mBANT, CNHC Whether it’s an ill-timed snack too close to mealtime, or food that is being avoided as part of a special diet, getting your extended family on board with your child’s healthy eating plan can be difficult and demoralising. And while well-meaning relatives – such as grandparents – may have…
