For years, the question of whether there is an autism “epidemic” has been a topic of intense debate. Two sources, one from 2005 and the other, an announcement this week from the US Department of Health and Human Services, seem to offer conflicting viewpoints. Let’s delve into these perspectives and try to make sense of …
The Autism Cares Act of 2024 represents a significant advancement in the ongoing efforts to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. Building upon the foundation laid by previous legislation, this act aims to enhance the availability of resources, services, and research dedicated to autism care and support. With an estimated 1 …
Functional medicine is shaking up how we think about health by focusing on the whole person rather than just a list of symptoms. It’s rooted in the idea that to truly address health issues, you need to look at the complex network of how our bodies function as a whole, considering genetics, environment, and lifestyle. …
If you want to know what the best kept secret about autism is, then first we need to understand why anyone would want to keep it secret. Surely when i tcomes to healthcare, everyone would want everyone else to know if there was something that could improve the lives of thousands of families around the …
Evidence for genetic causes of autism is strong, yet concordance in twins suggests that a minimum of 40% of autism cases are likely to have an environmental cause.
The C.H.A.R.G.E. study, a groundbreaking initiative in the field of autism research, stands for Childhood Risk of Autism from Genetics and Environment. It represents a significant advancement in our understanding of childhood autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Established to investigate influences on the development and manifestation of autism, this comprehensive study focuses on children diagnosed with …
While the core features of autism include challenges in social communication and restricted or repetitive behaviors, it is not uncommon for children with ASD to experience a variety of co-occurring conditions in autism that can further influence their development and daily functioning. Understanding these co-occuring conditions in autism is crucial for parents, educators and healthcare …
Non-verbal communication disorders can stem from a variety of underlying conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or speech-language impairments due to physiological reasons. Given the critical role that effective communication plays in a child’s social, emotional and cognitive development, understanding the therapeutic approaches available to support these children is essential. Speech-language therapy, in particular, …
The beloved animated series SpongeBob SquarePants, which has captivated audiences since its debut in 1999, presents a colorful underwater world filled with quirky characters, humour and life lessons. Among its most iconic figures, SpongeBob SquarePants himself stands out for his exuberant personality, childlike innocence and unique way of interacting with those around him. As discussions …
Recent research has unveiled a noteworthy correlation between birth order and the likelihood of getting an autism diagnosis. While the etiology of autism remains a complex interplay of genetic, environmental and neurological factors, emerging studies suggest that there are also connections relating to maternal education and also to ethnicitiy. This phenomenon raises important questions about …
Sensory activitis for autistic children can provide an exciting environment at home, especially when it is raining or public places are over-stimulating for your child.
Speech delay is common in autistic children but your child may benefit from natural interventions using functional medicine for autism.
Isolation Awareness Week is not just about living alone, but about cultural, linguistic, economic and societal isolation. This is especially true for parents of children with regressive autism.
Stigma around autism in the Chinese-British community is deeply rooted in cultural values & beliefs but families are increasingly being heard and de-stigmatized
Functional medicine for regressive autism focuses on personalized treatment plans to help improve communication, mood, behaviour and communication naturally.
Identify the best diet for your child with autism (ASD). Personalized nutrition for autism can improve behaviour, communication & cognitive function naturally.
The revolutionary CMK Cube blends STEAM education with playful curiosity, inspiring logical thinking and a thirst for knowledge. Ideal sensory toy for autism, ADHD and Neurodiversity.
Functional Medicine for Autism and Neurodiversity: a natural approach to healthcare
Salicylate intolerance, also known as salicylate sensitivity, is a condition in which the body has difficulty processing and tolerating salicylates, a type of naturally occurring chemical found in many foods, medications, and personal care products. While salicylates can be beneficial for some, such as in the treatment of pain and inflammation, they can also cause …
Do you know the top 10 nutrients that are commonly deficient in a vegan diet and how you can do a simple urine test to find out if you are getting the nutrients your body needs.
This post recommends some effective remedies to help you Manage Chronic Pain at home. Do you often find yourself struggling with the debilitating pain of arthritis? Are you tired of relying on medications that only provide temporary relief? If so, we have great news for you! In this blog post, we will be sharing some …
Functional Nutrition Testing is a personalised nutritional assessment to find out whether you are getting the right nutrients from your diet. Using a urine sample we measure your functional need for antioxidants, B-vitamins, minerals, digestive support, fatty acids, and amino acids i.e. the levels required for your body to function optimally. In many cases I …
The first and most important part of regaining or optimizing your health is to clean your digestive system so that you can get all the nutrients from your food to where they are needed so that all your cells and organs work optimally. Secondly, a ‘clean’ digestive system will help you to avoid opportunistic infections …
PEMF for Hip Pain is a form of natural pain relief that you can do at home for daily relief of pain and joint stiffness. PEMF therapy, which stands for pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, is is a form of natural pain relief that uses low-frequency magnetic fields to stimulate healing and provide relief from pain.
Wellbeing craft ideas for kids are usually limited to painting and hand-prints, but in reality there is a lot more that can be done to help your child express themselves through art and craft, as I have found out over recent months doing the Expressive Art for Wellbeing course I’m doing. I’ve listed 7 ideas …
Indoor air testing is becoming increasingly popular in the USA as home-owners are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of toxic mold, chemical contaminants and dust or mites and their effect on asthma, especially in children. Whether you’re looking to improve your air quality or simply want to be sure that your home is safe, …
Toxic mold can have serious health effects if it isn’t treated properly. Here are 7 things you need to know about toxic mold in UK homes:
Red light treatment for wrinkles has been scientifically proven to bean effective and safe way to reduce the appearance of wrinkles quickly
Have you ever heard of infrared sauna blankets? If not, don’t worry – you’re not alone! While they are becoming more and more popular these days, many people still don’t know exactly what they are or how they work. In this article, we’ll take a look at what infrared sauna blankets are, how they work, …
Do you ever feel like your feet are carrying the weight of the world? You’re not alone. Foot, ankle, and knee pain can be incredibly debilitating, but there may be a solution. Orthotic shoes are designed to provide medical-grade support to combat the effects of common foot issues like plantar fasciitis, back pain, neuropathy, diabetes …
Functional medicine for autism offers a personalized approach to treatment using natural therapies based on state-of-the-art non-invasive stool & urine testing.
Functional Medicine has many options to prevent osteoporosis in menopause, but here are 8 suggestions for you to start with. Osteoporosis is a condition that can occur in menopause due to the loss of estrogen. Estrogen helps to keep bones strong and healthy. When estrogen levels drop during menopause, bones can become weak and porous. …
Functional medicine focuses on the root causes of chronic illness, not just your symptoms. Personalized medicine plans based on tests could transform your life.
Do you know how to stop high oestrogen levels and spot the warning signs as they increase? Do you know why it is so important?
Patients in my clinic often ask me what are the best medical cannabis strains for various conditions. But as a UK-based practitioner, the answer is not straightforward due to legislation that is highly politicized, emotive and complicated.
Radiation emergency planning is what needs to be done at the time when everyone says ‘stop being alarmist, it will never get that bad’. However, as someone who lived on the perimeter of the atomic weapons establishment (AWE Aldermaston) I have grown accustomed to having a plan then forgetting about it and hoping it will …
Allergies, sensitivities and food intolerance are definitely on the rise so many people call to ask me abut food allergy test kits, where to buy one and how it works. So here is the answer! The first thing to understand is the difference between a food allergy, a food sensitivity and food intolerance. Food …
Britain faces a £30bn bill to clean up drinking water supplies contaminated by synthetic hormones from contraceptive pills.
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Good news: it IS possible to lose middle age spread! The less good news is that it definitely requires more effort to lose the weight than it took when you were younger, thanks to hormone changes. One great way to say motivated during those ‘weight plateau’ phases when your hard work does not seem to …
It’s a fair old trek up the stunningly beautiful hills around the tranquil Carmarthenshire village of Myddfai in Wales, and the undulating landscape gave me a tremendous respect for the herbalists who had trodden those paths before me. I wondered whether their health was fortified by the fresh air and daily demands of climbing the …
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has issued guidelines which exclude painkillers for chronic pain and instead recommend acupuncture for chronic pain, along with exercise, CBT and antidepressants.
Backache To Work Week: Painful shoulder Are your staff coming to work dosed up on opioids or other pain-killers, just to be able to get through a day in the office without being in too much physical pain? Are they too afraid to take time off to get the cause of their pain addressed? If …
I have often joked with HR Managers that if it weren’t for employers and families, my clinic would be empty and I would be out of the job! The beauty of any lifestyle medicine such as TCM is that we get to spend 90 minutes with our clients at their first appointment and then about …
We live in a society where the healthcare industry does not care about food and the food industry does not care about health, yet the very building blocks of our entire immune system can only come from that which we consume so neither industry is helping us to help ourselves! GPs swear the hippocratic oath, …
Tips on Getting Enough Sleep It’s easy to point to your schedule as the reason why you can’t get enough sleep. By the time you get a free moment it’s bedtime, and you really don’t want to go to bed just yet; you need some down time. Then you stay up too late and the …
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Stop Winter Bugs in their tracks NATURALLY! t’s that time of year again when children go back to school and bring home all kinds of bugs and th whole family starts coughing and sneezing. By the time Christmas comes, children are missing nativity plays, parents are taking time off work and hospitals are crying out …
Natural Alternatives to HRT and why the Menopause should make you feel better than ever! In the UK a shortage of Hormone Replacement Therapy drugs has now become a reality and it is becoming evident just how many women have relied on it without being given an alternative way of managing their menopausal symptoms, so …