The Brain and Behaviors in Autism [Podcast Episode 80]
It’s important to know why your child may be behaving in certain ways or have difficulty either getting motivated or calming down. Scientists have found that gut bacteria produce neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine and GABA. Up to 95% of serotonin is made...
Autoimmunity, PANS and Streptococcal Infections in Autism [Podcast Episode 79]
PANDAS or PANS is an acronym that stands for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders (Associated with Streptococcal Infections). In 2010, PANDAS became PANS, which is the current proper term for it, so you may hear both. Autoimmunity is a common problem in...
At-Home Fun To Help Calm Sensory Needs [Podcast Episode 78]
During the Coronavirus outbreak there were so many parents at home with their sensory overloaded kids who needed help. One wrote in telling me her child with autism had a PANS/strep outbreak because of the stress of being "shut in" for so long. We all need outlets for...
Stem Cells and Blood Screening for Coinfections [Podcast Episode 77]
Stem Cells help to regulate the immune system. Their responses shown in blood screening can be indicators of underlying coinfections of autism such as Lyme, mold, and strep. These infections are often undetected in many traditional blood tests, so it's crucial to know...
The Function of Neurotransmitters and Their Disruptors [Podcast Episode 76]
Why might my child be behaving this way. Toxins, inflammation on the brain, infections, and gut disruption reduce the production of neurotransmitters. WHAT IS A NEUROTRANSMITTER? Neurotransmitters can be thought of as the brain’s messengers. They are chemicals made in...
Getting Rid of Pathogens and Toxins Slowly is Fundamental with Autism [Podcast Episode 75]
Children with autism have poor detoxification and need assistance when going through the process. A child with autism is even more sensitive than the average individual. It should be a slow, and gentle process, or when the pathogens die off the behaviors can get...
Retroviruses and Coronavirus As Dangers In Using Animal Tissues in Human Therapies [Podcast Episode 73]
In Dr. Judy Mikovits' book, Plague of Corruption, the broader question is raised, "What is the enormous risk in using animal tissue in research and mixing of it with human tissue for the development of medical therapies while covering up the value of efficacies of...
Early Childhood Dental Caries and Chronic Infection [Podcast Episode 72]
Early childhood dental caries (ECC) are the most chronic infection now among children between ages two and five. The culprit is sugar. ECC's are about much more than just baby teeth. "Caries" is another term for cavities, and they can be prevented if you know what to...
Once A Month Meals [Podcast Episode 71]
Tired of being on the meal planning treadmill? Learn how you can have healthy meals planned, and prepared ahead so you have more free time to spend with your family having fun, or just relaxing. You can build your own meal plan or have them designed for you with the...
The Best Omega 3’s and Their Health and Behavioral Benefits for Autism [Podcast Episode 70]
A study done by Dr. Gordon Bell at Stirling University in Scotland showed two thirds of children with autism showed a deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids. When the diet is supplemented with omega-3 fats, parents report less aggression, irritability, hyperactivity, and...
