A summary of some of the information shared on our webinar with Nancy Guberti, MS, CN, Functional Medicine Specialist: Autism, OCD, ADHD and Mental health Among Children
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 36 children has been identified with ASD. In addition, other mental health conditions such as anxiety, ADHD, and depression are also prevalent among children.
ASD and mental health issues can impact regions of the brain that control social interaction, communication, and reasoning. Clinical assessment strategies have been developed, along with steps for managing ASD and mental health. Biomedical research suggests that food and supplements can support the structure and function of the body, and imbalances in digestion and absorption of nutrients, immune dysfunction, and detoxification problems play a central role in causing behavioral and mood changes. A functional medicine biomedical approach treats the underlying causes of the symptoms, based on functional medical testing, scientific research, and clinical experience, with an emphasis on nutritional and nutraceutical interventions.
Factors such as food sensitivities/excitotoxins, candida/sugar cravings, parasites, chemicals/pesticides, viral overload, chronic bacteria, heavy metals, household toxins, personal care products, EMF, glyphosate, antibiotic, and over-the-counter medicine overuse can impact a child’s health. Symptoms of ASD and mental health issues include verbal stims, perseveration, repetitive behavior, language delays, rigid behaviors, scripted language, GI issues, OCD, motor tics, low muscle tone, distended belly, and anxiety.
DesBio support products such as Smart Silver, CerebroMax, SpinalMax, Detox I, Detox II, Detox III, Matrix Support, and EMF Protect and Balance can help support the body’s detoxification process and overall health. In addition, DesBio offers homeopathic detox kits that temporarily address the symptoms of underlying metabolic imbalances.
The gut-brain connection is well established, and removing toxic substances and then treating any remaining gut issues can lead to reduced inflammation and other improvements. Finally, homeopathy is a beneficial way to temporarily address the symptoms of underlying metabolic imbalances.
ASD and mental health issues can have a significant impact on a child’s development and quality of life. However, with the right clinical assessment strategies, management steps, support products, and lifestyle changes, children can live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life.
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