Support with natural remedies for Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
/BioVitality helps support patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). None of this information is meant to treat, cure or diagnose.
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In 2013, the American Psychiatric Association revised the diagnostic criteria for autism. This greatly broadened the spectrum. It now ranges from brilliant scientists, artists, and musicians to an individual who cannot dress himself/herself. Over the years, the diagnostic criteria have kept changing. It is not a precise lab test for strep throat. Labels such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing disorder or learning disability are often applied to the same child. The spectrum ranges from genius to someone with no speech and learning disability. In older children with no speech delay, the diagnosis sometimes switches back and forth between autism and ADHD. You cannot get any special services in school without a label and the number of children diagnosed with autism continues to rise nationally.
At BioVitality we don’t treat a label, we support the general health and whole system of patients, using homeopathic medicine, nutrition and functional medicine.
We would like to share with you methods we use and recommend in supporting Autistic Spectrum Disorder patients. Note: please don’t self prescribe remedies and always work with a qualified practitioner, please read disclaimer. Do not stop taking medications prescribed by your doctors.
Trauma and shocks remedies
All patients with autistic spectrum disorder are stuck in a state of shock. Trauma damages the base chakra. Often the patient may not be fully aware of the shock. However, if we are aware of how trauma presents, we can be mindful of how they affect us. Often a big trauma will not even seem relevant to a patient/parent or parents may totally forget to tell me about a traumatic event because they may feel ashamed or forget, or they may think it is not relevant. However while taking the case of my patients, some signs will reveal state of shock/trauma: Disconnectedness, imbalance in the endocrine system, poor sleep pattern, poor eating habits, erratic moods or blood sugar, anxieties, fears, over sensitivity to external stimuli, OCD, inability to react to emotions, easily feeling overwhelmed, fear of change, fear of being out of control, all kinds of fears. Sometimes side effect of conventional drugs may also create a shock to our system (for instance extreme anxieties following antibiotics, due to gut brain connection).
Shocks affect us physiologically, energetically as well as emotionally. The type of person that we are and the type of shock that we had determines the long term effect of the shock.
Supplements*
A balance and adapted nutritional intake also needs to be evaluated when managing an autistic spectrum disorder. Deficiencies may have negative impacts on the overall health of patients. While each patient has specific needs, supplements commonly prescribed in the case of autistic spectrum disorder focus on supporting the brain and the gut, such as:
Vitamin C (note: Patients with hemochromatosis should avoid vitamin c)
Fish Oils (e.g. EPA, DHA, Omegas)
Zinc
Probiotics
*Note for dosage contact a qualified practitioner
Change diet and restrict Sugar
In some autistic children I put them also on a wheat and/or dairy free diet. Autistic children should have food as low in toxins as possible. Food should be as close to nature as possible.
Give your child the best nutrition available and always choose organic. Avoid packaged foods as you can increase toxicity with packaged food. Avoid MSG, color additives, GMOs, preservatives and other waste products. Give your child enough pure water without copper or other toxins. Avoid use of microwaves and plastic containers. Avoid as much as possible sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Controlled consumption of Antibiotics
The society we live in over-consumes antibiotics. Excessive consumption of antibiotics may weaken the immune system and affect the natural abilities of the body to defend and regulate itself. A careful and controlled use of antibiotics is recommended to limit adverse effects such as impairment of the intestinal flora, which in turns could increase the underlying problems.
Animal Therapy
Children with autistic spectrum disorder may experience some benefits working with animals, especially horse riding.
Gut treatments
The treatment of the gut and bowel flora is very important. I use a combination of probiotics, nutrition and homeopathic medicine.
Intense Therapy
Complementary use of some therapies also provides additional benefits in the case of autistic spectrum disorder. ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and SonRise therapies may be considered.
Important: Do not stop taking medications prescribed by your doctor.
Please read disclaimer.