What causes autism and is there a solution?
In general, brain function and neurological development is directly proportional to healthy gut function.
The main biological basis of autism (ASD) lies in the impaired ability to produce energy, which is caused by a malfunction of the mitochondria. They are the energy producers in our cells. Their disordered state is associated with increased oxidative stress, impaired bowel function and reduced ability to remove toxins that accumulate in the body.
Disorders in energy metabolism are not caused by genetic mutations (only about 1%), but children acquire them during development in the womb and after birth. Any inflammation, metabolic disorder or hormone disorders during intrauterine development can lead to the emergence of an autistic spectrum.
A lack of vitamins and the state of the gut microbiome are to blame
Viral or bacterial infections of the mother can disrupt brain development. Similarly, lack of nutrients – vitamin B12, D3, folic acid, polyunsaturated fatty acids omega-3, can also lead to improper brain development. In addition, zinc is significantly associated with neurodevelopmental disorders after birth. These prenatal nutritional and immunological factors affect not only the fetal brain, but also the colonic microbiome.
Can autism be treated?
The prenatal disorder is manifested by a non-standard microbial state of the gut, which leads to future neurodevelopmental disorders. We cannot change disorders during prenatal development, but we can positively influence the composition of the intestinal microbiome, ensure the supply of important biologically active substances, optimize the overall internal balance and thereby significantly improve the current condition of our small patients.
Beneficial vitamin D
Vitamin D3 deficiency is the biggest contributing factor to autism. There is a correlation between D3 deficiency during pregnancy and a proportional increase in the number of cases of autism. Pregnant women often suffer from vitamin D3 deficiency. (They need at least 125 nmoll – throughout the year). The vitamin D3 receptor is present in the brain during fetal development, and activated D3 enhances nerve growth and affects the immune response. Autistic children should have a vitamin D3 level of at least 200 nmoll.
Consumption of omega-3 acids affects autism
Due to the mutual interaction between the microbiome and the central nervous system, the influence of the microbiome on the imbalance of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids is important. An imbalance in the formation and function of neurotransmitters is characteristic of autism / ADHD. These circumstances are greatly complicated by heavy metals such as mercury, lead or aluminum.
How can we help?
Metabolism measurement is an important prerequisite for a targeted and individualized “reduction” of body burden and a significant improvement in the overall condition of a patient with autism. All metabolic and biochemical circumstances that are crucial to maintaining a given patient’s health are monitored and evaluated in these superior, individually tailored analyses.
Filling in a questionnaire and consultation
Collection of biological sample and analysis
Output and consultation
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