by Julie Matthews, MS | Oct 4, 2019 | All Posts, Autism & Pediatric Articles
What do berries, apples, and grapes have in common? Salicylates. A vast majority of children with autism and ADHD in my nutrition practice have salicylate reactions. The most common symptoms are red cheeks. red ears, hyperactivity, and irritability.. SALICYLATES are a...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Oct 4, 2019 | All Posts, Autism & Pediatric Articles
With the popularity of the ketogenic (keto) diet these days and the amazing results people are reporting, my clients have been asking whether the ketogenic diet is right for their child with autism. I have been looking for good science that can guide us as to whether...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Aug 26, 2019 | All Posts, BioIndividual Nutrition Articles
High gluten intake during pregnancy linked to increased risks of diabetes in children Prenatal fish oil supplementation may improve children’s growth Babies born at home may have a healthier gut microbiome Mom’s microbiome during pregnancy linked to child’s autism...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Aug 5, 2019 | All Posts, Autism & Pediatric Articles
The gut-brain axis is a well established connection suggesting that the intestinal microbiota (the good bacteria in our gut) signal to the brain in a myriad of ways. This delicate balance of gut microbes can influence emotional development, modulation of stress and...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jun 28, 2019 | All Posts, BioIndividual Nutrition Articles
Panic attacks and hyperventilation attacks – could they be linked to nutrition? Can supplements help with depression? Effects of probiotics prebiotics, and phytobiotics on anxiety, depression, and mental health The effects of diet and probiotics on anxiety and...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Apr 30, 2019 | All Posts, Autism & Pediatric Articles
Recent advances in the understanding and treatment of autism Dietary and therapeutic strategies for inflammation in autism spectrum disorders Specific biomarkers could facilitate ASD diagnosis Fighting back with fat: the modified ketogenic diet and MCT oil for autism...