Nutrition for Autism with Dr. Danielle ND

01/12/2022

My latest blog on the natural treatment of PANDAS

Anxiety Autism, ADHD and Developmental Delays Functional Medicine An Exclusive Guide to Natural Treatment for PANDAS/PANS by doconnor|Published January 11, 2022 As a Naturopathic Doctor that sees many patients with PANDAS/PANS, I often get parents inquiring about what can be done for their child nat...

01/08/2022

Nutritional and gastrointestinal problems are very common in individuals with autism. Recent studies show that a gluten free/casein free diet resulted in at least one gastrointestinal symptom decreased in their children with autism, while some parents said that their children’s concentration and attention increased, whereas the repetitive behaviours specific to autism decreased.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7651765/

Link to a autism specific 7-day meal plan here.https://payhip.com/b/WYbMe

Wondering where to start with a specialized diet for your child with ASD. Here& #039;s a 7-day gluten free, dairy free meal plan to get you started. Easy delicious recipes!

09/23/2020

The link between autism and Tick borne diseases like Lyme.

by Dr. Elena Frid Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that typically presents in childhood, affecting verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

09/23/2020

Look for sudden changes in children’s behaviour.

BEHAVIOR IN CHILDREN WITH LYME DISEASE

Several studies have found that children and adolescents infected with Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease, can, in some instances, develop extreme neuropsychiatric symptoms, including sudden, abrupt mood swings, aggressiveness, explosive anger, depression, panic disorder, neuropathy.

Several examples include:

Refusal to do class work or homework
Heightened paranoia or feeling rejected by others
Increased irritability
Extreme temper tantrums
Problems concentrating
Elevated impulsivity
Sensory hypersensitivity (sound, touch, smell, taste and/or light)
Intense emotional lability.

Parents describe these behaviors as either a sudden change or a period of worsening of a previous condition, such as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or mood disorders.

In some cases, infections including Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterial pathogen causing Lyme disease, can induce an immune dysfunction and a condition known as Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). An abnormal immune response triggers various neuropsychiatric symptoms including OCD-like behaviors, tics, mood changes, bouts of rage and aggression.

03/11/2020

FMT or F***l Microbial Transplant has been a hot topic of interest in the clinic lately. Do you have any first hand experience with this treatment or know anyone with a child that has done it?
Study shows improved GI symptoms and improved behavioural ASD symtoms. Study here...https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28122648

03/11/2020

Studies show children with ASD, display high incidence of gastrointestinal (GI) co-morbidities including chronic constipation and diarrhea. Research is now increasingly able to characterize the “fragile gut” in these children and understand the role that impairment of specific GI functions plays in the GI symptoms associated with ASD and may be amenable to improvement with specific dietary changes. Read more...

Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), characterized by a range of behavioral abnormalities and social deficits, display high incidence of gastrointestinal (GI) co-morbidities including chronic constipation and diarrhea. Research is now increasingly ...

03/11/2020

Are you seeing sudden changes in your child's behaviour? I am seeing a lot more of my ASD patients being diagnosed with PANS/ PANDAS. Read for more info...http://drdaniellenaturopath.com/sudden-behaviour-changes-in-your-child/

11/06/2019

I frequently test heavy metals in my patients and around 85% of those results are high in lead and mercury. Parents are often shocked and confused on where they and their children are getting these high levels from. Besides the recent information on baby food (see my recent blog), high lead levels have been found in many local communities. These heavy metals can get into our bodies but have a hard time getting out. High lead is associated with poor focus and concentration, ADHD, seizures, hearing loss, reduced IQ and behavioural issues. Let me know if you want to get your levels tested!

More than 2,400 Ontario schools and daycares exceeded the current federal guideline for lead in drinking water in the past two years.