2007-01-19 13:14:45 · 8 answers · asked by meandmyboys 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I'm not sure exactly what you mean, but through vitamins, supplements, and switching to more natural products, my son has progressed dramatically in almost two years. I don't know about 'curing' autism, but nobody that doesn't know my son on a very personal level can tell that he is autistic. He's only four, so I'm not really sure what his future will hold, but so far he looks like it's no longer a real serious problem for him. I did remove red dyes as well, but this really didn't make a huge difference. That was the only thing I have done besides my own therapy to bring about his changes.
2007-01-21 16:26:04 · answer #1 · answered by Angie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any body can benefit from better nutrition. The best way to make sure someone has good nutrition is to provide them with a variety of foods to choose from. Avoid processed foods and foods that contain things not found in nature. Also avoid anything that causes allergy symptoms. Everyone is different and dietary needs vary.
2007-01-19 21:33:12 · answer #2 · answered by marytormeye 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As far as I've seen, a healthy, balanced diet with fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains, and a reduction of high sugar and processed foods can help improve anyone's behavior, focus, and educational performance.
There are a lot of special diets promoted for children with autism. However, to the best of my knowledge, there is currently not research to support these diets. (Although some research I believe is currently being conducted). It's really important to make sure that any interventions that you choose for your child are based on published research, to avoid scams.
Here are some additional autism resources. Best of luck to you!
Websites:
"Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew" by Ellen Notbohm - http://www.southflorida.com/sfparenting/sfe-sfp-autism,0,6196233.story
Website of Paula Kluth, Ph.D. - http://www.paulakluth.com/autism.html
Positively Autism (free online magazine, includes free resources/activities) - http://www.positivelyautism.com
Teaching Tips for Children and Adults with Autism by Temple Grandin, Ph.D. - http://www.autism.org/temple/tips.html
Books:
"Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome" by Jerry Newport
"You're Going to Love This Kid!: Teaching Students With Autism in the Inclusive Classroom" By Paula Kluth
"Not Even Wrong: Adventures in Autism" By Paul Collins
Any book by Temple Grandin
2007-01-21 09:24:20 · answer #3 · answered by special-education-teacher 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard that a gluten free diet can sometimes lessen autism symptoms, but it is by no means a cure.
2007-01-19 21:23:37 · answer #4 · answered by Libby W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have read about people using probiotics to help autistic children. We use probiotics for our son for other reasons, so I've come across it a number of times when researching.
I have also heard about food additives being eliminated from autistic children's diets.
I hope this helps at least a little.
2007-01-19 21:23:10 · answer #5 · answered by lenataps 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
autism cannot be cured
however, pregnant women should not consume high amounts of tuna fish because if its high levels of murcury (which have been linked to causing autism)
2007-01-19 21:16:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to create a book account on google, but this book from there might be of interest to you...
Best of luck
http://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=wNkwxO_pkaMC&oi=fnd&pg=PP4&sig=FG6DtoKAAbgaQl1ol7az2FV3De0&dq=autism+dietary+modification
2007-01-19 21:19:15 · answer #7 · answered by freshbliss 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a brain disorder, and nothing one eats can cure it. Sorry. Please don't get your hopes up.
2007-01-19 21:19:20 · answer #8 · answered by Vinegar Taster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋