Autism: What You Need to Know

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 9, 2024 | Autism, Blog, Nutrition

April is Autism Awareness Month! Autism affects around 2% of the population (1, 2, 3, 4). Adult diagnosis of autism is more and more prevalent. This means that we can’t raise enough awareness and do enough research to understand autism and support those with autism...

The Link Between Autism and Environmental Toxicity: Exploring the Latest Research

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 17, 2023 | Autism, Blog, Detoxification

Did you know that air pollution and environmental toxins may increase the risk of autism? It’s true. Toxin exposure is not great news for anyone, but it’s particularly risky if we are talking about autism. Air pollution and environmental toxin exposure during...

Mast Cells and Autism

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 28, 2022 | Autism, Blog, Histamine, Integrative Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition

April is Autism Awareness Month. There isn’t a better way to mark this occasion but to discuss lesser-known factors that may play a role in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Though there are countless studies on the connection between mast cells and autism, the role and...

Autism and Nutrient Therapy: 5 Possible Nutrient Deficiencies in ASD

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 4, 2022 | Autism, Blog, Featured, Gut Health, Nutrition

There are a number of genetic and environmental factors that may play a role in the development and treatment of autism. A significant and growing body of research evidence suggests that nutrient deficiencies may be an important factor in ASD (Autism Spectrum...

The Importance of Vitamin D in Autism

by Dr. John Gannage | Oct 7, 2019 | Autism, Blog, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition, Prenatal Care

The Importance of Vitamin D in Autism   There are a number of different genetic and environmental factors that may be involved in the development of Autism Spectrum Disorder. A significant and growing body of research points to specific vitamins and nutrients,...

The Importance of Omega 3 Fatty Acids in Autism & ADHD

by Dr. John Gannage | Aug 30, 2018 | Autism, Blog, Nutrition, Prenatal Care

Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Children’s Mental Health A number of studies have found lower levels of omega 3 fatty acids in kids with autism and ADHD. What Are Omega 3s? Omega 3s are a category of essential fatty acids, called “essential” because our bodies cannot...

Salicylate Sensitivity In Children With Autism

by Markham Integrative | Apr 9, 2018 | Autism, Blog

Does Your Child Have a Salicylate Sensitivity? If you suspect that your child has a salicylate sensitivity, it is important to observe patterns. When do they experience symptoms? What are phenols and salicylates? Phenols are natural chemicals that are present in...

Autism, The Gut, and the Brain: Part Two

by Markham Integrative | Jun 12, 2017 | Autism, Blog

This post is the second in a three-part series. Sign up HERE to get part three and related posts delivered to your inbox as soon as they’re published.    If you missed part one, click HERE to read it.     What’s In The Gut? The gut is sometimes...

Autism, The Gut, And The Brain: A Primer

by Markham Integrative | Jun 1, 2017 | Autism, Blog, Gut Health

This post is the first in a three-part series. Sign up HERE to get parts two and three delivered to your inbox as soon as they’re published.    You have probably heard bits and pieces of this story: individuals with autism are more likely to suffer from...