Addressing Autism From Functional Medicine Perspective

Did you know that in 2014, approximately 1 in every 68 children were identified as having autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? How about that this prevalence is more common in boys than girls, with 1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls effected?

More current figures estimate prevalence to be closer to 1 in 45 children ages 3 through 17. (This equates to 2% of children in the U.S. who are living with autism!)

No matter what the statistics say, individuals with an autism diagnosis and their families deserve the basic right to maximize the quality of life and live in a world where they are always respected and valued.

Autism does not discriminate and families and individuals of all cultures, ethnicities, and socioeconomic status are affected. The specific cause is currently unknown, however, it is likely to actually be a number of different developmental brain disorders that produce similar presentations. (Most cases of autism are thought to result from a combination of genetic predisposition and triggering environmental webinars which influence early stages of brain development.)

During this experience, you will finally have the chance to learn holistic techniques to reduce symptoms and find out how functional medicine can help make the future look a lot brighter.

The goal for Addressing Autism From Functional Medicine Perspective on Thursday, October 1st at 6:00 pm EDT is to help you or your loved one learn how to best manage an autism diagnosis through functional medicine.

Debunking Misconceptions of Autism

There are many myths surrounding autism. (For example, the link between autism and vaccines.) In fact, It is not currently even proven what neurological differences cause autism. Additionally, the spikes in autism do not correlate with when infants started receiving these vaccines.

Another myth blames parenting styles for causing autism. There is no evidence to support this and causes much undue guilt and pain on parents.

Are you aware many brilliant famous minds throughout history are thought to have been on the autism spectrum?

Some notable figures include:

- Albert Einstein
- Amadeus Mozart
- Sir Isaac Newton
- Michelangelo
- Thomas Jefferson

A well-known name in the autism world is Professor of Animal Science, Temple Grandin. She was diagnosed with autism as a child and is noted as one of the first individuals to publicly share insights about her personal experience of autism. She attributes her ability to think in pictures to helps her solve problems that neurotypical brains might miss.

Hosted by:

Wholestic Nutrition

Functional medicine is ideal for helping individuals with ASD as the body is viewed as one integrated system rather than a collection of independent organs. By understanding and treating the body as a whole, functional medicine can help various ranges of abnormalities such as gut imbalances and detoxification issues common in individuals with autism. (Such anomalies often cause the behavioral and mood symptoms of autism.)

We are driven to share the many holistic techniques and benefits functional medicine has to offer as the integrated approach of functional medicine looks at diet, exercise, detoxification, and supplementation as means to reducing symptoms of autism.

There is no reason you or your family should endure any additional stress. We understand autism comes with enough complications and trying times, and now settling for mediocrity does not have to be your future.

Please invite anyone you feel who can benefit… grandparents, caregivers, and friends are all absolutely welcome!

See You On Thursday, October 1st At 6:00 pm EDT!