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Some autistic children and adolescents exhibit evidence of mitochondrial dysfunction, an energy production problem, which can lead to poor growth, loss of coordination, muscle weakness, vision or hearing difficulties, developmental delays and Gastrointestinal Symptoms (Severe Constipation).   Mitochondrial dysfunction is commonly associated with carnitine deficiency. Carnitine is a naturally endogenous compound known as a mitochondria ‘booster’...

Many families look to access complementary therapies in managing Autism Spectrum Disorder, with the hope of finding a solution that does not rely on pharmaceutical agents. Although, this approach may not afford every child or adolescent a significant reduction in behaviour, response and/or symptoms, the fact that there is a growing body of research supporting...

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD’s) are neurodevelopmental disorders that include Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). In recent years, scientific research has identified an association between ASD and compromised digestion. Of particular note, is the relationship between ASD and hyperpermeability syndrome. Hyperpermeability is a term given to a condition where the...