Supporting Nutritional Needs of Autistic Children

The Role of Supplements in Supporting Nutritional Needs of Autistic Children 

The Role of Supplements in Supporting Nutritional Needs of Autistic Children Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that can impact various aspects of a child’s life, including their dietary habits and nutritional intake. The role of supplements in supporting the nutritional needs of autistic children is a topic that has gained attention …

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Tips for parents of kids with autism

Tips for parents of kids with autism to overcome OCD at the dining table

Tips for parents of kids with autism to overcome OCD at the dining table Before I share diet and mealtime-related tips, I would like to share an experience treating a child. This child was diagnosed with autism at 2 years of age. As she grew older, her parents noticed that she developed obsessive-compulsive tendencies, particularly …

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Navigating Nutrition for child with ASD

Recipe Ideas for Your Picky Eater child with ASD while on vacation

Navigating Nutrition on Vacation: Recipe Ideas for Packing Food for Your Picky Eater child with ASD Every parent looks forward to going on a vacation. Since it is an opportunity to escape the daily routine and unwind. Taking a break from work or other responsibilities allows parents to recharge, reduce stress levels, and promote overall …

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diet tips for an autistic child

6 diet tips for an autistic child with poor muscle tone

6 diet tips for an autistic child with poor muscle tone Have you heard of stories of autistic children with poor muscle tone and feeding difficulties? They usually find it difficult to eat normal homemade foods. Children can eat only 1-2 comfort foods daily without any interest in other foods.  A few years back, I …

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Casein-free Diet for Autism

Gluten-free, Casein-free Diet for Autism: Does It Work?

Gluten-free, Casein-free Diet for Autism: Does It Work? First, let me help you with understanding the Science Behind Autism and Digestive Issues and how Diet for Autism works When your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and experiences digestive problems, it can substantially impact their overall health and well-being. The connection between the gut and …

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get your autistic child to sleep well

How to get your autistic child to sleep well at night?

How to get your autistic child to sleep well at night? Autistic children find it difficult to go to sleep and stay asleep through the night. Some common causes for them to have sleep issues include difficulties with relaxing or winding down, restless sleep, bad dreams, bed-wetting, unable to communicate if any pain at night, …

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Vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency in ASD: Sunshine Vitamin for your bright child

Vitamin D deficiency in ASD: Sunshine Vitamin for your bright child Does your child get enough sunlight during the day? How often does your child go out to play? Does your child eat meat and dairy? Is your child vegan or vegetarian? Are you giving vitamin D supplements during the winter? Are vitamin D-rich sources …

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special needs child to gain weight

How can I get my special needs child to gain weight?

How can I get my special needs child to gain weight? Picky eating has been one of the major concerns in children belonging to ASD. Parents have suffered a lot of pain and stress while feeding their children. The Most common homemade food among these children is rice and dal. They also love fried snacks …

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How a bad gut can influence ASD symptoms?

How a bad gut can influence ASD symptoms?

How a bad gut can influence ASD symptoms? Did you know that low good microbial colonies can affect your child’s behaviour and development (like speech)? So where are these microbial colonies present? They are present in the large intestine and there are millions of them in our gut. Our gut and brain have a two-way …

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