Renowned cardiologist and epidemiologist, Dr. Peter McCullough, known for his groundbreaking post COVID protocol sits down with Karen Thomas, a leading expert in natural autism recovery for an insightful discussion on autism causes, triggers, and solutions.
In this exclusive podcast episode, #214, I have the honor of being joined by world-renowned cardiologist, Dr. Peter McCullough.
Together, we explore the many factors that contribute to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and share practical solutions for parents and caregivers seeking to improve the lives of their children.
First answering the question: What is autism?
Then, what are the multifaceted causes of autism?
Autism is a condition that has seen a dramatic rise in diagnoses over the past few decades. With 1 in 33 children diagnosed today…the question we ask, and answer, is why?
While genetics play a role, research increasingly points to environmental factors as key contributors. Dr. McCullough and Karen Thomas discuss several underlying causes and triggers, including:
- Toxicity and Environmental Exposures – Heavy metals, pesticides, glyphosate, and other toxins in our food, water, and air may disrupt neurological development.
- Learn more about Pectasol by Econugenics (mentioned in this episode).
- Gut Health and Microbiome Disruptions – The gut-brain connection is critical in autism, with many children experiencing gastrointestinal issues, including leaky gut that exacerbate behavioral and cognitive symptoms.
- Inflammation and Immune Dysfunction – Chronic inflammation in the body, often due to food sensitivities, infections, or autoimmunity, can affect brain function and development.
- Nutritional Deficiencies – dietary triggers, why they exist and what parents can do.
- Diet and Nutrition: A Foundation for healing, knowing it is the foundation, but much more needs to be done. So what else?
- Supplementation
…and more!
Dr. Peter McCullough and Karen Thomas at the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) Awards Gala in Nashville, TN.
ABOUT DR.MCCULLOUGH:
Dr. Peter McCullough is an internist and cardiologist in academic practice in Dallas, Texas. He received his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and then completed his medical degree as an Alpha Omega Alpha graduate from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. In addition, he completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Washington, cardiology fellowship including service as Chief Fellow at William Beaumont Hospital, and master’s degree in public health at the University of Michigan.
Dr. McCullough has broadly published on a range of topics in medicine with over 1000 publications and 660 citations in the National Library of Medicine. Dr. McCullough is a recipient of the Simon Dack Award from the American College of Cardiology and the International Vicenza Award in Critical Care Nephrology for his scholarship and research. His works have appeared in the New England Journal of Medicine, Journal of the American Medical Association, Lancet, British Medical Journal, and other top-tier journals worldwide. He is the editor-in-chief of Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine and senior associate editor of the American Journal of Cardiology. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple specialty journals.
Resources: Dr. Peter McCullough Instagram: 
/ petermcculloughmd
Courageous Discourse: https://petermcculloughmd.substack.com/
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