Folate Issues and Autism

Folate Issues and Autism

Findings presented this month by Johns Hopkins’ researchers showed that high levels of the vitamin increased the risk of autism, as did an excess of B12; and the combination increased the chances even more.Recent media attention regarding an association...
Diatomaceous Earth as Autism Treatment?

Diatomaceous Earth as Autism Treatment?

Parents frequently inquire about, and/or try, various home remedies. In a continuing effort to keep this site complete, by covering as many autism treatment modalities as possible, this discussion will be about diatomaceous earth. What is DE? “Isn’t that...
Mothers Day Wishes

Mothers Day Wishes

This is dedicated to all of the incredible Mothers who deal with ASD and the associated symptoms every day. You are not alone. We’re not seeking miracle cures Just small miracles. I wish that I had more time for… My affected child, the other kid(s), my...
Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs 2016 Spring Conference

Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs 2016 Spring Conference

Practitioners, such as myself, find that it is necessary to attend the bi-annual Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs conference for two important reasons. First, to listen to experts from all over the world present their knowledge and latest research. Second,...
The Autism Diet

The Autism Diet

There are specialty diets for just about every situation, including specific medical conditions. They developed as humans evolved and discovered nourishment that promoted longer, healthier lives. Some address a particular population; the Feingold diet could be a...
Vaccination Redux

Vaccination Redux

TheAutismDoctor has been asked to weigh in on the recent media attention regarding the film Vaxxed, which was scheduled, but not shown, at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival. Robert De Niro, who helped organize the exposition, announced that he has an 18 year-old...