https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2018.04.027 The ketogenic diet (KD) is used to treat refractory epilepsy, but the mechanisms underlying its neuroprotective effects remain unclear. Here, we show that the gut microbiota is altered by the KD and required for protection against acute electrically induced seizures and spontaneous tonic-clonic seizures in two mouse models. Mice treated with antibiotics or reared…
Can Gut Bacteria Influence Social Development?
Molecular Psychiatry volume 19, pages 146–148 (2014 The microbiota–gut–brain axis is an emerging concept in modern medicine informed by the ability of gut microbiota to alter brain and behaviour.1 Although some clinical studies have revealed altered gut microbiota composition in patients with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism,2, 3 the specific contributions of microbiota in early…
Low Grade Inflammation in Acute Psychiatric Inpatients
Psychoneuroendocrinology May 2018 Volume 91, Pages 226–234 Abstract Low-grade inflammation is a risk factor for depression, psychosis and other major psychiatric disorders. It is associated with poor response to antidepressant and antipsychotics, and could potentially be a treatment target. However, there is limited data on the prevalence of low-grade inflammation in major psychiatric disorders, and on…
Children With ASD Who Experience GI Symptoms May Have An Imbalance In Their Immune Response
Brain, Behavior, and Immunity Volume 70, May 2018, Pages 354-368 Abstract Many studies have reported the increased presence of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Altered microbiome profiles, pro-inflammatory responses and impaired intestinal permeability have been observed in children with ASD and co-morbid GI symptoms, yet few studies have compared these…
Comprehensive Nutritional and Dietary Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Randomized, Controlled 12-Month Trial
Nutrients 2018, 10(3), 369; doi:10.3390/nu10030369 Abstract This study involved a randomized, controlled, single-blind 12-month treatment study of a comprehensive nutritional and dietary intervention. Participants were 67 children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ages 3–58 years from Arizona and 50 non-sibling neurotypical controls of similar age and gender. Treatment began with a special vitamin/mineral…
PARENT POWER BREAKFAST
This recipe is dedicated to all the parents out there giving everything they’ve got to help their child with autism or any special needs, achieve their full potential. You are truly my heroes. This easy-to-make breakfast/snack is loaded with goodness and is not only portable but also versatile and will keep you strong and well-nourished…
BAKED CRUNCHY BLUEBERRY PORRIDGE
I love easy all-in-one breakfasts and this recipe ticks every box for superb taste and nutrition. I have used frozen wild blueberries in this dish and pretty much any nuts and seeds I had in the house. Make it to your liking and use whatever fruit you have, whether fresh or frozen – I have…
60-SECOND CHOCOLATE SUPER SHAKE
If you serve this to your kids for breakfast, they may think you have lost your marbles and have given up on healthy food! This outstanding breakfast shake provides highly nutritious, blood sugar balancing and brain-boosting ingredients to keep your child focused and full all the way to lunchtime. This shake is also a superb…
PERFECT POWERFUL PORRIDGE
This is a simple porridge recipe taken to new heights of flavour and nutrition. I love using sprouted oats which is now easily obtainable in most supermarkets to help make the oats super easy to digest. If you can’t get hold of sprouted oats then use normal porridge oats and soak them overnight in water…
PALEO PEAR PUDDING
I love recipes that look super impressive but are actually really easy to make. For a stunning weekend treat, try this moist and gooey pear upside down pudding and serve it either on its own or with some whipped coconut cream or dairy-free coconut ice cream. You can also try any of the super speedy sorbets which have…
