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Should You Stop Supplements?

29th January 2025 by Stella Chadwick

If your child has PANDAS or PANS, you are probably familiar with long-term or prophylactic antibiotics. They can be an essential part of managing symptoms and preventing recurring infections. But here is the problem. Antibiotics do not just target the bad bacteria. They also wreak havoc on gut health, disrupt the immune system, and deplete…

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Filed Under: Autism, Health Blog, PANS & PANDAS

Puberty Survival Guide: Navigating the Maze with PANS, PANDAS, and Autism

19th June 2024 by Stella Chadwick

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…

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Filed Under: ADHD, Autism, Health Blog, PANS & PANDAS, Phase 1 Re-Open, Phase 2 Remove, Phase 3 Replace, Phase 4 Reinoculate, Phase 5 Repair

Do Fish Oils Make Your Child’s Symptoms Worse?

14th June 2024 by Stella Chadwick

Fish

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…

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Filed Under: ADHD, Autism, Health Blog, PANS & PANDAS, Phase 1 Re-Open, Phase 2 Remove, Phase 3 Replace, Phase 4 Reinoculate

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA): Natural Solutions

25th April 2024 by Stella Chadwick

What is Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) represents a complex and often challenging behavioural profile observed within the autism spectrum, and often with children with ADHD, PANDAS and PANS. Unlike typical avoidance behaviours, PDA manifests as an intense and pervasive need to resist or avoid demands, leading to profound difficulties in everyday…

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Filed Under: ADHD, Autism, Health Blog, PANS & PANDAS, Phase 3 Replace

Top 10 Power Breakfasts for Children: Fuelled by Animal-Based Nutrition

8th September 2023 by Stella Chadwick

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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10 Nutrients Most Deficient in Autism

14th April 2023 by Stella Chadwick

  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…

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Filed Under: Health Blog, Phase 2 Remove, Phase 3 Replace, Phase 4 Reinoculate, Phase 5 Repair

ARFID In Children With Autism PANS And PANDAS

20th January 2023 by Stella Chadwick

  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…

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Filed Under: Health Blog, Phase 1 Re-Open, Phase 2 Remove, Phase 3 Replace, Phase 4 Reinoculate, Phase 5 Repair

Mighty Iron

2nd November 2022 by Stella Chadwick

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…

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Filed Under: ADHD, Autism, Health Blog, PANS & PANDAS, Phase 2 Remove, Phase 3 Replace, Phase 5 Repair

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