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December 2007- January 2008 |
The Importance of Mineral Supplementation
By Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
Whether deficiency of essential minerals is a causative or compounding factor in autism, the fact is that most kids on the spectrum have a greater need for mineral supplementation.
In my work with autistic kids, there are a few key minerals that I commonly see an increased need for. These include calcium, magnesium, zinc...
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Lithium Supplementation in Autism
By William Shaw, PhD.
There are many different types of EFA’s. Some contain EPA and DHA, some contain DHA only, some have alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) also. There are liquids, gelcaps and chewables. How do you know which one is best for your child? First, you can rest assured that...
Recipe of the Month:
Dari-Free Ice Cream
(for ice cream makers)
Ingredients: You will need:
- 8 oz water
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1/3 cup dry Dari-Free (original or chocolate)
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1/3 cup sugar... |
Test Highlight: Essential Fatty Acid Profile
By Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
The Great Plains Laboratory, offers serum testing for essential fatty acids. This is a useful test to assess the levels of various essential fatty acids, both the “good” fats and the less desirable ones such as arachidonic acid. The test covers omegas-3, 6, and 9 plus saturated fats, giving a comprehensive reflection of EFA levels in the body...
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A review of New Beginnings’ EFA products
By Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
There are many different types of EFA’s. Some contain EPA and DHA, some contain DHA only, some have alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) also. There are liquids, gelcaps and chewables. How do you know which one is best for your child? First, you can rest assured that New...
Essential Fatty Acids:
Critical Nutrients in Autistic Spectrum Disorders
By Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
Increasing evidence suggests that essential fatty acids (EFA’s), which are critical nutrients for the brain, may be especially important for children suffering from developmental disorders like autism. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are needed for healthy brain...
Recipe of the Month: Protein Waffles
This recipe for GFCF waffles has a good amount of protein and is sugar-free!!
Ingredients: You will need:
- 1/3 cup Brown Rice Protein
- 1/3 cup brown rice flour
- 2/3 cup white rice flour |
November - December, 2006 |
September - October, 2006 |
Getting Children to Take Supplements
By Lori Knowles
Starting nutritional supplement therapy with children can be very stressful for parents. Children with developmental disabilities (such as ADD/HD, Autism, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, etc) May be required by physicians to take anywhere from 6 to 20 different nutritional supplements each day ...
Product Spotlight: Epsom Salts Cream
By Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
Many parents of ASD kids have discovered the benefits of magnesium sulfate, both for its calming properties, as well as its ability to support detoxification. It is well known as Epsom Salts, and is usually added to the bathwater that the child will soak ...
Recipe of the Month:
Gluten Free, Casein Free, Yeast Free & Sugar Free Bread
Ingredients:
½ cup of white rice flour
(garfava, garbanzo, buckwheat, quiona or amaranth will work)
½ cup of tapioca starch
½ cup of potato starch (arrowroot will work) ...
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