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Autism, Allergy and Chemicals – Albert F. Robbins, D.O., MSPH |
Courtesy of Latitudes, the journal of the Association for Comprehensive Neuropathy |
Suspicions are growing among scientists that autism is linked to exposure to chemicals in the prenatal environment. Many environmental chemicals have the potential to cause injury to the developing brain and to produce neurodevelopmental disorders. Autistic children have been given Low Dose Naltrexone with significant benefit according to current reports. ("LDN for Immunostimulation and Mood in Autism," Jaquelyn McCandless, M.D.) Recognizing and correcting Zinc deficiency is fundamental to effective treatment of autism. Zinc with B6 liquid supplement is usually prescribed for at least 6 months. According to Dr McEwen, manganese may also be prescribed. Click here for more articles on the causes of autism |