Autism Spectrum Disorder
Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and More
Autism rose from 1 in 125 children in 2010 to 1 in 59 children in 2020. Autism Spectrum Disorder is more common than childhood cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined. There are various causes of autism, which can be difficult to pinpoint, but range from genetics to toxins, infection, gut imbalances, and nutrient deficiencies.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Facts
Here are some quick facts about autism to bring more awareness and acceptance of people with autism:
- Autism is a developmental disorder that usually develops before age 3.
- Autism affects communication and social development.
- Boys are nearly 5 times as likely to develop autism as girls.
- Parents cannot prevent autism in their children.
- Autism is not degenerative.
- Children with autism can continuously improve.
- Being non-verbal by age 4 does not mean a child will never speak.
- Most children with Autism Spectrum Disorder will learn to use words, and nearly half will learn to speak fluently.
- Children and adults with autism can be very bright, have average intelligence, or have cognitive deficits.
- Children and adults with autism may be very creative and find a passion in music, art, or another creative outlet.
- Many people with autism are living well, working, and contributing to their communities in a positive way.
Autism is a full-body disorder that involves many complex interactions of all body systems and physiology.
Naturally Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder
In order to address autism thoroughly and individually, we must approach the causes and condition by 4 pillars:
1.) Dietary Intervention
Direct Changes to Remove specific foods that create inflammation in your child’s brain and gut, worsening symptoms and behavior.
2.) Foundational Supplements
Support your child’s body with baseline vitamins and minerals needed to support the proper terrain for healthy body functioning and healing.
3.) Digestive System
Treating the Digestive System and Rebalancing it to its natural position by clearing the gut of infection or overgrowth. Through supporting digestion and absorption of nutrients for proper body function.
4.) Methylation and Genetic Modulation
Through Methylation and Genetice Modulation will help correct specific insufficiencies in biochemical metabolism, nervous system development, immune function and detoxification which can lead to an overall reduction in an individuals autism spectrum disorder.
