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Welcome to Episode 308 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Many children experience developmental regression, inflammation, language loss, movement issues, seizures, OCD, anxiety, and other neurological symptoms that often get grouped under broad behavioral labels. But according to pediatric neurologist Dr. John Gaitanis, those labels may not fully explain what is actually happening in the brain. Dr. Gaitanis is a board-certified pediatric neurologist, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Meadow Health, and part of the leadership team at MAPS - the Medical Academy of Pediatrics & Special Needs. In this conversation, we discuss why the same diagnosis can represent very different biological and neurological conditions, why developmental regression deserves far deeper investigation, how biomarkers and cerebral folate deficiency are changing treatment approaches, and why many children may be far more cognitively aware than they appear. This episode is ultimately about curiosity, individualized medicine, and looking deeper to better understand how children can truly thrive. The secret this week is…  The Brain Requires INDEPENDENT Thinking You'll Discover: Why developmental regression deserves a far deeper medical workup than most children receive (3:30) Why many children may be misunderstood neurologically and intellectually (12:00) Why consensus thinking can prevent families from accessing meaningful help (19:15) Why inflammation and immune dysfunction may play a much larger role than many clinicians realize (23:45) How MAPS and Meadow Health are trying to improve access to more individualized care (43:20) About Our Guest: John Gaitanis, MD is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with over two decades of clinical and research experience in autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Gaitanis has spent his career at the intersection of academic medicine and patient care, pioneering biomarker-guided treatment approaches that move beyond one-size-fits-all protocols. His work in cerebral folate deficiency has directly informed the clinical framework behind Meadow Health. meadowbiosciences.com medmaps.org precisionneurology.org Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Dr. Deb Muth 0:03What are the answers to your child’s chronic allergies, ADHD, or autism?weren’t just in another prescription, but in restoring balance to their body chemistry. Today’s guest has spent nearly two decades uncovering those answers through integrative and biomedical medicine. That’s a mouthful, isn’t it?Helping children heal when nothing else seemed to work.This is the conversation about science, compassion, and changing the future of pediatric care.Welcome back to Let’s Talk Wellness Now. The show where we uncover the root causes of chronic illness, explore regenerative breakthroughs, and empower you with the practical tools to heal. I’m your host, Dr. Deb, your medical detective, and today’s episode is one every patient should hear.My guest is Dr. Anu Usman Singh, Medical Director of True Health Medical Center in Naperville, Illinois, and the owner of Pure Compounding Pharmacy.And for over 17 years, she has been pioneering evidence-based integrative interventions for children with ADD, autism, allergies, and complex gastrointestinal and metabolic disorders. She’s not only a practicing physician, she’s a researcher who’s investigated copper-zinc imbalances.metallonine dysfunction, biofilm-related infections, vitamin D in pregnancy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.Dr. Usman serves on the executive board of TACA, and is a faculty member at MAPS, training other practitioners in pediatric integrative care. So get ready for a conversation that will open your mind and heart to the possibilities of when medicine truly becomes holistic.If you guys can insert the ad in here, that’d be great.Well, welcome back. I’m so excited to have Dr. Usman with me today. I have known her for, oh my gosh, 15, 17 years, something like that. We’re aging ourselves. Anju 02:32Oh, yeah, when we were in our 20s, right? Dr. Deb Muth 02:35Yes, exactly. So, welcome back, and I am so excited for you to be here, because you have literally helped thousands of families over the years.But I’d love for you to share a little bit about your journey, kind of who you are, what drew you into exploring integrative and biomedical approaches for helping children and families. Anju 02:58I think my journey is similar to a lot of you out there, the audience. I mean, we’re looking to help our families, and our kids, and ourselves, and I was doing my residency at Cook County Hospital, downtown Chicago, in the 80s.And I thought, oh my goodness, if I could take care of the sickest patients, then I can take care of anybody. So I came from Indiana, and I went to Cook County, and my children, my eldest daughter, started having, severe allergies and asthma, really, really at a young age.And I went to, like, my residence, and I went to my attendings, and I said, this baby is wheezing. And they told me, babies don’t have asthma.And I said, she has all the symptoms of asthma. She has asthma. And I remember with, in her crib, I would just nebulize her, you know, and I was like, what is going on?And I figured out that she had a lot of food allergies, and I was nursing her, eating the foods that she was allergic to, and back then, in the 80s, you know, we didn’t have the internet, we didn’t have Whole Foods, and I just…being a doctor, and I didn’t even know what to do, and I felt so hopeless. And I thought, gosh, you know, I’m a doctor, I have these, like, skills, I have… people I can talk to, and I still feel so… it’s so difficult. And then this… my particular daughter, the oldest one, her name is Priya, and she developed severe, asthma, and I couldn’t figure it out. She was in junior high. Every time she would walk into the lunchroom, she would have a severe asthma attack.And I’ll be like, what’s going on? What’s going on? I kept her home over the weekend, she was better. I sent her back to school, she was bad again.And we figured it out that it was other people eating peanuts. Dr. Deb Muth 04:54Severe peanut allergy. Anju 04:56And I went to the school, and I said, she…can you, like, put her somewhere else? Can… they said, oh, no, that’s not fair to other kids and their food. And this was in the 90s. Dr. Deb Muth 05:10Yeah. Anju 05:10And so, I just…You know, my heart goes out to families who are struggling to find answers for their kids, and my daughter Priya, the one I told you about, she ended up passing away from a peanut allergy.And so, I’ve just… Dr. Deb Muth 05:26Yeah. Anju 05:27My heart goes out to parents and my own kids and their illnesses.And so I just started working with families, with kids, andIt just kind of grew from there. Dr. Deb Muth 05:40Yeah. Yeah. Yeah, and I think being a mom who went through that yourself, and…was seen but not heard, and turned away from the traditional medical community, you’re forced to start finding answers on your own. And we always feel like we’re on an island by ourselves in the medical world when we’re doing that. Anju 06:01Yeah, I, it was really hard when I found out, you know, about…Integrative medicine, and just different…ideas and approaches to diet and supplements, I thought, how come I wasn’t trained in any of this?And… Dr. Deb Muth 06:21So angry when I learned some of the things that I learned in the beginning. I was like, same thing, like, how did they not teach us this? And then I think, you know, it’s my fault, was I asleep, was I not paying attention, whatever. And then you just realize, like, there’s this whole part of the human body.That they just didn’t teach us. Anju 06:42Yeah, so then I… I, probably like you, we had to learn it on our own. There weren’t, like, classes or any way to learn this stuffAnd I just reached out. There’s a clinic that,I don’t know if you’ve heard of the Pfeiffer Treatment Center? Dr. Deb Muth 07:00No. Anju 07:01Do you know Carl Pfeiffer from the attendees.He has a clinic called the Pfeiffer Treatment Center in New Jersey. It was called the Princeton Brain Bio Center. Dr. Deb Muth 07:12And in the 70s, they did orthomolecular medicine for patients with ADD. Anju 07:18And schizophrenia. Dr. Deb Muth 07:20Mmm… Anju 07:21and depression.And they used to categorize them in 3 categories, and at the time, they called them histopenics, histidelics, and pyrolurics. Dr. Deb Muth 07:31Okay. Anju 07:32Histapenix were low histamine patients.Delix were high histamine patients, and pyrolurics were their own kind of category. We added another category of copper-zinc imbalances, and then we would categorize that population into high histamine, low histamine, pyrolurics, and copper-zinc.Now we talk about under-methylation, over-methylation. Sure. So, under-methylation is the, you know, the high histamine people, they can’t clear the histamine. And the over-methylators are, you know, what we call about low histamine now.And, and then pyrolurics and copper zinc. So…I lost my train of thought, but in the 80s, when I was going through this, in the 90s, I reached out to the Pfeiffer Treatment Center.He’s like, can I calm and just hang out and, like, see what you guys do? Because I need some answers.And I started working there and, started doing research on copper-zinc imbalances, and I did it in children with autism.And that’s how people started coming to me, and I kinda got, like. not famous, but I, you know, the word spread about, okay, we could talk about it, and Dr.Walsh was the, you know, PhD there that did a lot of the research, so we worked together for 8 years. Dr. Deb Muth 09:05Isn’t it crazy to think that we knew about histamine issues way back in the 70s? You know, I got the pleasure of being trained by, environmental medicine doctors. Dr. Wayne Konetsky and Glenn Toth taught me about environmental medicine, and what we called histamine issues that we call it today, mast cell, right? But when I was learning in the early 2000s, it was labeled as chemical sensitivity. And so it was just people that would react to everything, and we really didn’t know why, and they didn’t necessarily have this very specific allergic reaction, but we knew they were reacting, and we would try to treat them, to lower the histamine way back then. And it’s taken all these years, 25 years, to get to a point where we understand mast cell activation now, and histamine issues.And it’s really sad to me that it’s taking this long for us to identify things.And we’ve all got our journey, and I loved back in those days, too, because as I learned, I would call people up and say, hey, I just got a patient from you, and they told me this great story, and I have other people, can I come see what you were doing? And back then, everybody was very open. They were like, yes, please, come, learn. Now everybody’s like, oh, we can’t teach you, we can’t give you our secrets, but…Or pay me $20,000 to come learn with me. But back then, I mean, everybody was just… we were all in the same boat. We were all just trying to learn from each other. Anju 10:36Oh, yeah, oh yeah, and any bit of knowledge you got, you’re like… Dr. Deb Muth 10:41Yes. Anju 10:41God, you know, I learned this piece, and… Dr. Deb Muth 10:43Hmm? Anju 10:44We just kind of built from that. I keep thinking about back then, you know,the under-methylators, over-methylators, copper, zinc, and then I learned about metals.And then, as a physician, I was like, oh, okay, well, there’s mercury in vaccines, there’s aluminum in vaccines, and now I’m seeing these high levels. Dr. Deb Muth 11:04In my patients, now what happens? Anju 11:07And then we started, kind of, trying to get the word out about those things. Dr. Deb Muth 11:13Yeah. Anju 11:13And in 2000, a lot of the people that I knew put out a paper about, you know, mercury. Dr. Deb Muth 11:22And then… Anju 11:22And we all got on the Mercury bandwagon. Dr. Deb Muth 11:25Yes. Anju 11:26And did that for a while, and then we started learning about other things, like mitochondrial issues in chronically ill people, and these chronic infections, like Lyme disease, and so… and then now, you know, understanding mast cell activation, cell danger response. Dr. Deb Muth 11:44On endocrine, and adrenals, and hormones, and… Anju 11:48Yeah. Dr. Deb Muth 11:49biofilms. Anju 11:50Biofilms, I started talking about that in 2007. Dr. Deb Muth 11:54And so then… Anju 11:56It just… it just kind of keeps adding, and keeps adding, and keeps adding, and it’s like…Sometimes you think, how come I didn’t know about this back then? But I feel like it’s a process. Dr. Deb Muth 12:06It definitely is a process, and it’s amazing to seehow many people are researching different things, and they’re all, like, putting a piece of the puzzle together. And I think this is really important for our listeners to understand, is when you see a practitioner and they don’t have all the answers, this is why. It’s very complicated, it’s not black and white. And I’ve had patients over the years say to me, well, why didn’t you say this to me 6 months ago? And the truth of the matter was, I didn’t knowabout it 6 months ago. Like, all of this stuff is just… it’s evolving constantly, and when you’re a practitioner like Dr. Usman and myself, you are learning every single day. Our training has never stopped from the day we stepped into integrated medicine, and you just… you keep learning new things, and sharing new things, and talking to new people, and that’s what expands our knowledge base. Anju 12:57Yeah, the more I learn, the less I feel like I know. Dr. Deb Muth 13:01Yes, me too. Every time I go to a conference, I’m like, how did I not know this? How am I stupid? And I know we shouldn’t say that word and call ourselves that, but sometimes you feel like that. It’s like, how did I not know? Anju 13:14Or you’ll see a patient, and you’ll look at them, and you’re like, how come I didn’t realize this about this particular patient? Dr. Deb Muth 13:20Yes. Anju 13:21Yeah, they present differently, see things differently. I think that’s why it’s good to find a doctor that you trust and that you can work with, because it’s evolving. Dr. Deb Muth 13:31Yes. And, you know, we have those patients that they come, and I get those. I call myself, like, a tertiary care center. Anju 13:38You know, you get those patients that have been everywhere, and seen every doctor, and then they’re like, you’re my last hope, you’re gonna solve all my problems, and…I say to them. We’re a team, like, we’re gonna solve these together, but it takes time for me to unravel this puzzle. Dr. Deb Muth 13:54Excuse me? Anju 13:54And it… and sometimes, you know, there’s a few hits and misses along the way. Dr. Deb Muth 14:00Yup, but if. Anju 14:00If we keep at it, you know, we also say it’s a marathon, not a sprint. Yes. You know, if we keep at it, we can kind of figure it out together. Dr. Deb Muth 14:09Yeah, and a partnership, for sure, because without the feedback of the person you’re working with.understanding, like, we do this, and this happens to you, it’s very complicated as a practitioner to then be able to figure out, what do we do next? I see more and more clients these days, they come in and they just want to ask me within the first 5 minutes of, what am I changing? And I’m like, I have no clue yet. Like, you have to tell me what’s happened since the last time we did something, and then we have to look at labs, and we have to look at this, and we… it’s a synopsis.that we have to look at. You know, it’s not that black and white for us to be able to put the pieces together for them. Anju 14:47I think my most successful patients are the ones who are able to communicate with me.Their ups and downs. Yeah. And they also use their own intuition. Help me guide them. Dr. Deb Muth 15:06Yeah. Anju 15:07So, there are some people that they just hear, you do it, and you tell me.There are people who try to tell me everything. Dr. Deb Muth 15:15Okay. Anju 15:15Say, I want you to do this, do this, do this. Dr. Deb Muth 15:17Yeah, so I was like, okay. Anju 15:19I can do those things, but, you know, like. Dr. Deb Muth 15:21Yep. Anju 15:22think about blah blah. But, like, this… that collaboration.and, intuition. I kind of feel like even thoughI’ve trained allopathically as a traditional medical doctor. I feel like as I learn, I learn that being open and,Letting go of fear. Dr. Deb Muth 15:46Yeah. Anju 15:47And, not trying to jump on every, like, new thing, and being. Dr. Deb Muth 15:53consistent. Anju 15:54and diligent. really helps. Dr. Deb Muth 15:58It helps a ton. We see that, too, you know, the latest…Instagram influencer that’s talking about the latest topic, and all of a sudden, everybody sees themselves in there, and they must have that, but not realizing putting those connections together. It’s like when MTHFR came out, right? We were all so excited that this was going to be the detox gene.And then we learned so much more about genes, and now MTHFR is very popular again, and everyone’s talking about it, but they don’t understand how some of those other genetics fit together. And if you don’t understand that, we’ve all done it, we’ve all made people worse instead of better, sometimes when we’ve given too many methyl groups together, or this supplement without this support before we knew that there was another gene that we had to support for that.And I think it’s really important for people that are listening to us today talk about this, is don’t just jump on the bandwagon. Like, you really want to work with somebody seasoned who understands how all these pieces fit together. Anju 16:57Yeah, and I think that’s what individualized medicine is about.And there is no magic here, a magic bullet.I think that example of MTHFR is really good. Now, President Trump talked about Leukovorin. Dr. Deb Muth 17:14Yes. Anju 17:15in, and, you know, he’ll get up and say something like, leukovorin cures autism.And then the rest of us are like…Did you just say that? Dr. Deb Muth 17:26Yep, he did. Anju 17:30It’s folinic acid, it’s calcium folinic acid, it’s been around a long time. We’ve been using it for 20 years. Dr. Deb Muth 17:37Yeah. Anju 17:38But it does help a subset of people who potentially have what we call cerebral folate deficiency.And some of those people are misdiagnosed as autism. Dr. Deb Muth 17:50Yeah. Anju 17:51So, are you treating autism, or are you treating cerebral folate deficiency?same thing I could say about… I have a lot of cases of kids who recovered from autism.and severe ADHD using chelation type of. Dr. Deb Muth 18:06up. Anju 18:06Approaches, or detox approaches.again, did we treat their ADD and their autism, or did we treat their lead…Toxicity or lead burden, and their symptoms of those things got better. Dr. Deb Muth 18:20Yeah. Anju 18:20So, like, to put a big, like, a label like, oh, ADD on something, or autism on something, I think it does a disserviceTo the individuals, because it’s such a broad issue. Dr. Deb Muth 18:35It is, and I think the diagnosis has gotten to be much more popular these days.And yes, thank goodness we’re getting better diagnostics, but sometimes we’re getting over-diagnosis, or like you said, it may look like one thing, but it could be something else, but because it looks like autism, they’re going to get labeled with autism.And in some respects, that’s good, they can get more services that way, but sometimes we’re missing the actual picture of it. Can you talk a little bit about how autism is different than the cerebral folate deficiency? Anju 19:11Yeah, so there are some people that make an antibody to their folate receptor. Dr. Deb Muth 19:18Hmm. Anju 19:20So, to get folic acid into your cells, there’s a receptor on your cells. Dr. Deb Muth 19:25And then the folate has to bind to it, and then it lets it enter into the cells. Anju 19:30And there’s these receptors that allow folic acid to get into your brain.Now, you and I know when you put folate in your brain.On one end of the folate cycle, you help make more neurotransmitters. You’ll make something called BH4, and that’ll help make serotonin and dopamine, and then norepinephrine and epinephrine. So folate is really important for making your neurotransmitters, folate and B12.On the other end, it’s like, another cycle on the other end of folate is our methylation cycle.And methylation is so important for our RNA and our DNA, and making choline, phosphatoly choline, and making creatine for speech.And helping us with all the precursors for detoxification.So without folate in our brain, we can’t make our neurotransmitters efficiently, we can’t break them down efficiently, and we can’t detox our brain.Imagine what that will do to your brain. Dr. Deb Muth 20:36Yeah, Anju 20:37And you will see symptoms like speech delays, cognitive delays, processing issues, poor attention.All of those things. Excitation, anxiety.All of those, and so if the folate isn’t getting into the brain efficiently, then we’ll have all these symptoms, and we’ll end up with diagnoses like these. Dr. Deb Muth 20:59Yeah, so is there a way that people who are listening to this can request a test to see if they make this antibody to folate, or is it more of a diagnosis of exclusion? Anju 21:14That’s a great question. When I first started doing this, like, 20 years ago, there was, like, a university that was doing this.studies, and it was Dr. Quadros. He was the guy, and we would take samples and send them to his lab, and he would tell us about these blocking and binding. Dr. Deb Muth 21:30folate antibodies. Anju 21:32And if patients had positive blocking or binding folate antibodies, we would follow his protocol. And he’s done papers on patients with severe autism.Where he found these folate antibodies, and then did spinal taps on the kids, and they were associated with this cerebral folate deficiency. the cerebral… spinal fluid.And in his papers, he gave .5 to 2 milligrams per kilogram of calcium folinic acid, which is leukovorin. It’s a vitamin. And over a 6-month to a 12-month period.The majority of those patients improved drastically.Some of them regained speech, and some of them lost their autism diagnosis. Dr. Deb Muth 22:26Because they never truly had autism. Anju 22:29Well, they have autism symptoms, and that’s what autism is, but we call it autisms. Dr. Deb Muth 22:36Yeah. Anju 22:37And so now, like, we need the research to categorize these people. You know, what percentage of autism is cerebral folate deficiency? Yeah. What percentage of autism is, heavy metal. Dr. Deb Muth 22:51Bourbon. Anju 22:52And what percentage of autism is Clostridia overgrowth, or… Dr. Deb Muth 22:57Hmm. Anju 22:57microbiome… Dysfunction, and then there’s overlap. Dr. Deb Muth 23:01Right, yeah, Lyme and mold and viruses. Anju 23:04and infections, and you can see… Dr. Deb Muth 23:07injury from medications and things like that that happen, or birth traumas. Yeah, I mean, it’s not… it’s not as simple as what people think autism is.Why do you think that we’re seeing so much more autism today than when you and I were kids? We didn’t see this that often. I know environment has a lot to do with it, but do you have a couple of things that you suspect are contributing to the rise of autism these days? Anju 23:38Yeah, I mean, that’s a million dollar question. Dr. Deb Muth 23:40Right. Anju 23:41And, just because I work with children, you know it’s not just autism that’s epidemic, and yeah. Dr. Deb Muth 23:49You know that. I mean, it’s… it’s probably… if you add all the epidemics that are happening to children. Anju 23:54Autism still supersedes it.Now it’s 1 in 33s, 1 in 35 boys, I mean, it’s…children. It’s really sad. When I was in med school, it was 1 in 10,000. Dr. Deb Muth 24:10That’s crazy. Anju 24:11What’s causing it? I mean, obviously it’s multifactorial. Dr. Deb Muth 24:15Yeah, 80,000 chemicals in the environment that we never had before. Anju 24:20I, I, I, look, I’ve… 219 million. Dr. Deb Muth 24:26Oh my gosh. Anju 24:27I looked it up today. Dr. Deb Muth 24:29119 million different chemicals in the environment. Wow. Anju 24:33We don’t know how many of those are super toxic. Dr. Deb Muth 24:36Yeah, and we don’t know what they do together. Anju 24:38A lot of them were, like, before, like, grandfathered in and all of that.Yeah, it’s really crazy about the chemicals. So, chemicals… I kind of… feel like…you know, this burden of all this, it’s not just on our children, it’s on our mothers. Dr. Deb Muth 24:56Yes. Anju 24:56oh my gosh, the moms of these children that… And they don’t even realize it, you know, we’re just so happy to be pregnant and have a kid.So I think it really, really starts with that piece. Care, good prenatal care, yeah. Yeah, and not just what we think is prenatal care, taking your prenatal vitamins. Dr. Deb Muth 25:18Yes. Anju 25:19And going to your gynecologist, but what you and I think is prenatal care, you know, before you get pregnant, let’s detox, let’s clean up our diet, let’s get rid of those chemicals, let’s make sure we’re not in a moldy environment.You know, let’s do our due diligence, clean air, clean water, clean food, sunshine. When I did my residency at county, I don’t think I saw the sun for 3 years. Dr. Deb Muth 25:44How?Yeah. Anju 25:46it’s just that intense, and I was pregnant twice, and my eldest hasthe allergies and asthma. Number 2 is type 1 diabetes and mold sensitivities and allergies and asthma. Number 3 has severe chemical sensitivities, mast cell activation,Hormonal issues. Dr. Deb Muth 26:09Yeah. Anju 26:09And… number 4 is my… Golden, baby. Dr. Deb Muth 26:15And those three, you know, those years that you’re there, and you’re not seeing the sunlight, there’s vitamin D deficiency, and we don’t talk about vitamin D that much during pregnancy.I still am appalled that we’re giving folic acid these days during pregnancy instead of folate, but… Anju 26:36Folenic, or methylfolate? Dr. Deb Muth 26:38Yeah, nothing. So, when, when you,discovered vitamin D in pregnancy, and it’s linked to neurodevelopment outcomes. How did you stumble across that? Anju 26:50Well, in… when I started working on Copper Zinc, Dr. Walsh and I would go to the, like, DAN conferences.Yeah. At the time, and it was interesting, because DAM conferences were a collaboration between parents.And practitioners, and researchers. Dr. Deb Muth 27:10Very unique for. Anju 27:11That’s how that new IACC committee is. It’s a collaboration of parents. Dr. Deb Muth 27:17Hmm. Anju 27:18Practitioners, researchers, And individuals with autism. Dr. Deb Muth 27:25Yeah, so for those of you who are listening to us, it’s… we’re talking about the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee that Bobby Kennedy just put together. It’s called IACC, and they are on a mission to try to do the research to figure out what’s causing autism. Anju 27:43Yeah, and not just causing it, like, these people have been living it, most of the people on that committee have been living it, and their whole lives, for some of them.And being able to bring forwardlike the question about vitamin D, we started seeing a lot of patients in Minnesota. Dr. Deb Muth 28:04Mmm. Anju 28:05who were from Somalia. Dr. Deb Muth 28:08Okay. Anju 28:09Who were… it was, like, 1 in 4 families with kids with autism.And the theory was that the vitamin D levels that they get in Somalia versus the vitamin D levels that the moms get in Minnesota. Dr. Deb Muth 28:27Hmm? Anju 28:28Affected the immune system. Dr. Deb Muth 28:31Yeah. Anju 28:32predispose them. So there’s a few papers on that. Dr. Deb Muth 28:36Yeah, that’s a… I mean, it would be a very significant difference, and when you’re thinking about genetically, like, what their culture, who they are as a species.was used to and adapted to with the sunlight and different things from a different region, geographical region, and then they moved to a new geographical region, that can take decades before the body adapts and readjusts.to that new environment. We don’t think about those things in…traditional medicine, and conventional medicine, as most people know it, but we do in functional medicine. Anju 29:14Yeah, so again, the clinicians were bringing this up, like, why am I seeing so many families? Dr. Deb Muth 29:18Yeah. Anju 29:18Then let me go to the… and then in the think tank, the vitamin D researcher said it’s vitamin D. Dr. Deb Muth 29:24Yeah. Anju 29:25And then they started researching it, and it was almost like a backwards… backwards. Dr. Deb Muth 29:31Thank you. You know, they didn’t first… Anju 29:33Think it. Dr. Deb Muth 29:34Think about it, yeah. Anju 29:35Until you start seeing… and that’s why I think that, like.clinicians like you and me, who are… I consider us on the front lines. We’re the front lines. We are seeing… we’re seeing this epidemic unfold. Dr. Deb Muth 29:46Yes. Anju 29:47front of our eyes, we’re seeing, like, the gut issues and the severe inflammation. We’re seeing the autoimmunity, and now they have to study it. Dr. Deb Muth 29:57Yeah. Anju 29:57They have to study this. They really, really, we really need, we really need protocols, we need tools, we need things that you and I have been figuring out anecdotally with our colleagues over the years, and, oh, how do we treat yeast? How do we treat Lyme? How do we treat metal burden?For this podcast today, I wanted to talk about low-level lead exposure, because for me.1 in 3 children have a lead level, above 5. 1 and 3. Dr. Deb Muth 30:31Yeah, that’s very high. Anju 30:33800 million children. Dr. Deb Muth 30:36And let’s clarify this, because the first thing people are going to think of is, what are they eating? They’re not eating lead paint to get this. That is not what’s happening here. They are getting lead from someplace else, and their bodies are not able to detox this. Anju 30:53And the reason I’m bringing this up is because when I was in residency at County in the 90s, I ran a… I worked at a lead clinic. Dr. Deb Muth 31:01And back then. Anju 31:03When we looked… we just diagnosed lead toxicity, the level was 60. Dr. Deb Muth 31:10Their level had to be 60 to diagnose them. Anju 31:13Correct. Dr. Deb Muth 31:13Oh my gosh. Anju 31:14And that’s when we would treat.And back then, there was a study, it’s called the TLC study, where they used DMSA, which is a drug to lower lead.And our goal was to get it from 60 to 20. Dr. Deb Muth 31:33And was the normal range the same back then as it is today? Anju 31:37The normal range has gone from 60 to 40 to 20 to 10 to 5 to 3.5.But you and I know I’m the normal range. Dr. Deb Muth 31:47Yes. Anju 31:47Zero. Dr. Deb Muth 31:48Zero. Anju 31:50So… so again, in my… in the lead clinic, we were given DMSA, and we got the lead from 60 to 20, and the number one thing was to get rid of the lead in the environment. Dr. Deb Muth 32:02Yeah. Anju 32:03But we haven’t evolved since then.Because in that study, It did not improve cognitive abilities. So if you think about what lead does, it causes attention issues, slow processing, it affects hearing, it can cause hyperactivity, it can cause impulsivity, it can cause aggression, it can cause constipation, it can cause hypotonia.So if you think about all these kids with ADD and autism, how many of them have low-level lead exposure from the lead pipes? In Chicago, it’s a big, a big problem. Dr. Deb Muth 32:37Yeah, Milwaukee. Anju 32:38Everybody thinks Flint, Michigan, but Flint, Michigan is not the only place. Dr. Deb Muth 32:42Right. Our infrastructure is so terrible, it has not been updated, and even though you might look in your house and you might see a white PVC or plastic pipe, what’s coming under the ground to the house in the cities is usually still lead. Anju 32:58Right. Right. Dr. Deb Muth 33:00Yeah. Anju 33:01So, I guess the point is, is that…the… the idea of, like, studying this. So, again, they study this, and they say, well, we’re not going to treat low-level lead exposure because it doesn’t improve their cognition.But did they really treat it? Dr. Deb Muth 33:18Right. We got it from 60… we got it from 60 to 20. Right. But when I know, where is the lead hiding? Anju 33:24So high. Look at the bones, it’s gonna be coming out. It’s gonna be coming out, especially during puberty. What happens to some of our kids during puberty? They just go a little wonky. Comes out again during menopause. Dr. Deb Muth 33:38Yes. Anju 33:39I don’t know, male menopause, too. Like, we’re all losing bone mass then, and our lead is coming out, our blood pressure goes up. So, again, these are some of the areas that I think, like, really need some… hard… looks. Dr. Deb Muth 33:53Right, yeah. So, what are you hopeful about this committee? Like, are you hopeful that this committee is going to be able to research some of these big things, and we’re really going to be able to find answers around some of the functional things and the biochemical things that we see, you and I know happen in the body, that might give some standardization and education to practitioners in the future. Anju 34:23Well, I think this committee understands the scope of the issues.And they’re coming from different perspectives, like I mentioned, research. Dr. Deb Muth 34:33Yeah. Anju 34:35really highly qualified MDs. MDs like you and me, who have been on the front lines. moms. Dr. Deb Muth 34:43Yeah. Anju 34:44dads, patience, And so, the strategy would be to get, again, their input, and then…get the places… people in places to do their research. And even make some guidelines and some, like, you know, thoughts about what we want to put out there. Dr. Deb Muth 35:05Yeah. Anju 35:05You know, how do we want to strategize for… Dr. Deb Muth 35:08Prevention. Anju 35:10Like, the pre-pregnancy thing. Dr. Deb Muth 35:12Yeah, I’m really hopeful that this doesn’t become a… political football,And it doesn’t get taken away if the administration changes or whatever, because people need to understand that this kind of researchthis is going to take decades for people to do. Granted, we have AI, and AI can help a little bit and get some things quicker.But trying to figure out all of these nuances to why the body does what it does is not gonna be, like, next week we’re gonna find out that this was the single cause, and I know a lot of people, they’re afraid of the vaccines, and that’s gonna be the sole answer.And that has a piece of it, but it is just a small piece of it for some people larger, but at the end of the day, that’s not what this is about. This isn’t about just labeling one thing that is the cause of autism, because it is not one thing. It is so multifactorial. Anju 36:09And I think that whole cause, I know,A lot of money has gone into. Dr. Deb Muth 36:16Yeah. Anju 36:16looking at that. They’re looking for the gene, right? The gene that causes it, and… Dr. Deb Muth 36:23answer. Anju 36:24They have not… they’ve spent millions of dollars looking for this.And it’s not gonna pan out. It’s not. Dr. Deb Muth 36:33I’m not. Anju 36:34pan out. It’s more complex, like we’re talking about. Dr. Deb Muth 36:38Yeah. Anju 36:38And, I do think that sometimes, you know.Even though, like, politically, it seems like it’s a political topic, but it has zero to do with politics. Dr. Deb Muth 36:52Yeah, exactly. This is our children. This is the future of our country, the world. I mean, America’s not the only place that has kids with autism. I mean, this is the future of humanity. If we don’t figure out what’s injuring our children, there will not be a humanity that you and I have seen. It will be different. And, and this is important, we owe it to the future of our generations, we owe it to our children to figure this out and clean up our environment, and make it safe for everybody. Anju 37:24Yeah. Clean up our air, clean up our water, clean up our food… Dr. Deb Muth 37:29Yeah. Anju 37:30You know, our lifestyle a little bit, but… Dr. Deb Muth 37:32hoodie? Anju 37:33It’s… it’s… it’s everywhere. I travel all over. Dr. Deb Muth 37:36Bye. Anju 37:37Consult with doctors in different countries, in Italy, in India, Bulgaria, Romania… Dr. Deb Muth 37:46Yeah. And. Anju 37:48we’re going to Australia for med maps to treat doctors in, in April. And it’s a problem everywhere. Dr. Deb Muth 38:00Yeah. Anju 38:01really big problem, and it affects everybody. Even if you don’t have a child with autism or a grandchild with autism, it’s still affecting families, becauseI kind of think of ADD as being on the spectrum, in the sense thatI think the same kind of positive issues that lead to the autism are causing the ADD, just to… you know, your genetics are playing a little bit of a different role, whatever… whatever protection you have is a bit more there, but we’re seeing kind of, like, similar metabolic… issues in our ADD population. Dr. Deb Muth 38:43Yeah. Yeah, there’s so many different levels of this, and it does affect everyone. Like, I think everybody knows… a family or someone in their classroom or their school or their community that’s affected by, definitely, ADHD, Asperger’s, autism, all of those things, whether you’re high functioning or not functioning or whatever.everything is affected. The school system is affected, your social circles are affected, your families are affected.the healthcare is affected. I mean, everything is affected. We owe it to our families and our communities to help people try to figure this out. Anju 39:22Yeah, and I think even if it’s not ADD, or ADHD, or autism we’re talking about, or even OCD, anxiety, depression, I mean, you know… Dr. Deb Muth 39:33Candace? Anju 39:34Any kind of chronic illness that people are dealing with has underpinnings of these kinds of, you know, issues. Dr. Deb Muth 39:43Yeah. Anju 39:44Any autoimmune issue? That’s great. Dr. Deb Muth 39:48inflammatory syndrome that we’re seeing these days, I mean, the pants-pandas piece, the biofilms, the strep, I mean, our environment is just so laden with infections and biofilms, and And, you know, when you and I first were learning about this, we never thought anything could cross the blood-brain barrier, right? It was pristine, there’s nothing getting in there unless you could drive it in there, and now we know that’s different, and now we’re seeing bugs in the brains of people who have had Alzheimer’s disease and dementia because they’ve donated their brains for research, and we can see what’s crossing the blood-brain barrier, and it’s really scary. Anju 40:24Yeah, yeah. There’s a lot of things we don’t know. Remember when we just found out that they… the brain had a lymphatic system? Dr. Deb Muth 40:33And that wasn’t About, what, 5, 6 years ago? 7 years ago, maybe? Yeah, not that long ago. Anju 40:38You’d be like, why wouldn’t the brain have a lymphatic system? Dr. Deb Muth 40:41Yeah! Yep. Anju 40:44Yeah, so things get in and out. Dr. Deb Muth 40:46They, they definitely. Anju 40:47You know, they get in easier than they get out, I think. Dr. Deb Muth 40:50I agree, I think they do, for sure, for sure. You know, when you’re talking to a family who’s undergoing issues like this, what’s the role, do you feel, in personalized nutrition to help them make things better? Anju 41:10I kind of go through, like, a little bit of a start here, start there, and then do this. I always start, number one, I say, okay, you gotta clean up your environment, because… We gotta do that. Dr. Deb Muth 41:24But that’s a… Anju 41:24process. And then number 2 for me is cleaning up the diet. And then, when you say personalized nutrition. To me, figuring out what is a good diet for the individual. Dr. Deb Muth 41:38Makes it a little bit difficult. Yeah. Anju 41:41I mean, there is, like, healthy eating concepts, where, you know, eat upside-down food pyramid kind of concept, I guess, is the new one, but whole foods, whole grains, organic as much as possible, especially for animal products, good fats, avoiding, you know, hydrogenated oils, and those seed oils, and… Just some basics, and then individualizing for my patients, a lot of people with any kind of autoimmune condition, and we kind of put autism in that neuroimmune, autoimmune, inflammatory That, gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free kind of go there, like, as a given. If there’s a lot of gut issues, a lot of our folks have oxalate issues. And then we have to sometimes do low or limited oxalate diets. Many of my patients can’t convert glutamate to GABA efficiently. Dr. Deb Muth 42:44Yeah. So, high glutamates associated with OCD, and kind of looping or repetitive behaviors. Anju 42:51So, low-glutamate diets. And then some of my patients have SIBO, and then we do the low FODMAPs diet, and then some of my patients have messel, and we’ll do the fail-safe kind of concept with the fail-safe diet, so nutrition can get a little bit complex for certain people, but there are some basics, and then there are some, like, more of… Individual, kind of, diet approaches. And then there’s supplementation. There’s some things that I call foundational. For me, certain things most people need that have a chronic illness. Dr. Deb Muth 43:26Yeah. Anju 43:26Vitamin D3 is one of those. Omega-3s are another one for most. And then, because I did a lot of research on copper, zinc, I think 3 mineral… 4 minerals. I feel like people underdo minerals. They’re so important. Every single enzyme has a mineral cofactor, so… zinc is really important for my population with autism and ADD. 99% of them had high copper or low zinc in. Dr. Deb Muth 43:58Wow. Anju 43:59Over 400 patients that we tested. Dr. Deb Muth 44:01Wow. Anju 44:03And, magnesium.So, zinc, magnesium, and then the other two minerals I really like are selenium for glutathione. and molybdenum for sulfation, and glycolysis. So… So those are kind of my foundational pieces, and then I like to work on the gut next. So, from a nutritional perspective, prebiotics are my new favorite. Dr. Deb Muth 44:29Yeah, we go in and out with prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics. Anju 44:34Yeah, exactly, symbiotics. Dr. Deb Muth 44:36Yes, exactly, exactly. Anju 44:38demos, and… Dr. Deb Muth 44:40Yeah. Anju 44:40So yeah, biofilm busting, and all of that, so… And then I go into my other nitty-gritty stuff, like you probably do. Dr. Deb Muth 44:47individualized, right? So, you created, True Healing Nature, a supplement line, a supplement company, correct? Anju 44:56Yeah, True Hing Naturals. Dr. Deb Muth 44:58Truly Naturals, okay. Anju 44:59True, he is hard. Dr. Deb Muth 45:01Oats! Anju 45:01True! Dr. Deb Muth 45:01Healing natural. Got it, sorry about that. Tell us a little bit about what made you decide to create a supplement company. Was it because you couldn’t find formulations that you wanted? Couldn’t find clean products? That’s a big problem for people, for sure. Anju 45:19Yeah, a little bit of both. I told you that my kids were really sensitive, they had a lot. Dr. Deb Muth 45:23I know. Anju 45:24And when I would even try to give them things like ibuprofen. Dr. Deb Muth 45:28or Benadryl. Anju 45:30For allergies, they couldn’t tolerate the products that were over-the-counter. Dr. Deb Muth 45:35Yeah. Anju 45:35So, in 2007, I opened a compounding pharmacy so I could make things clean for them. Dr. Deb Muth 45:42Yeah. Anju 45:43And I thought it was so valuable. And so then I started seeing, like, certain issues with my patient population, for instance, say, mitochondrial issues. So, I would compound a mito cocktail. in my pharmacy. And then I had True Healing Naturals manufacture it, so I didn’t have to have patients get it compounded. Dr. Deb Muth 46:08Got it. Anju 46:09So that particular product’s called Mito Rescue. Okay. But then, I started… I do a lot of oats testing. Organic acid urine tests. Dr. Deb Muth 46:19Yeah. Anju 46:20But there’s, like, a marker on there for, oxalates, and I saw a lot of patients with oxalates, and oxalates inhibit some… an enzyme called, pyruvate decarboxylase. And that basically means you can’t take your carbs and turn them into energy. Dr. Deb Muth 46:38Okay. Anju 46:39So, if I saw this pattern with high oxalates and high pyruvic acid, I knew that that enzyme wasn’t working very well, and that enzyme is B1, molybdenum, and biotin dependent. So, I started compounding doses of that. And then I turned that into a product called Motor Connect, because high doses of biotin help with connectivity in the cerebellum. Dr. Deb Muth 47:08Got it. So, I did come… kind of start with the compounding pharmacy, try it, use it, and then turn it into. Anju 47:17products, and I have one for copper-zinc imbalances called True Minerals. Dr. Deb Muth 47:21Yeah, to fix the problems that were not commercially available. Could you talk a little bit for people who don’t understand what a compounding pharmacy is? Anju 47:32So, when you guys go to a pharmacy, you, you know, you send a prescription, and it’s already, it’s manufactured, and you get it. Well, a compounding pharmacy actually makes that for you. So they get the raw ingredients, and then they make that prescription. So it’s still prescription-based. But, for instance, say, I want Nystatin. And I go to Walgreens or CVS, and the nystatin there is a liquid, and it has yellow dyes and sugar. Dr. Deb Muth 48:02Yep. Or it’s a title, and it’s red. Anju 48:04or it’s bread, and a tablet, and I, like, oh, I want to treat the yeast, but I don’t want to use this. So I sent my nystatin prescription to a compounding pharmacy, and it’s Nystatin. That’s what you got. Yep. Dr. Deb Muth 48:17disappear. Anju 48:18So, pure compounding pharmacy, it’s pure, it’s pure stuff. Especially for our mast cell people. They’re so sensitive, and, you know, my kids are all mast cell, and so I just find that excipients, some people will say, oh, this doesn’t work, and I said, it’s probably the excipient that’s stimulating your mast cell activation. So, yeah. So, compounding pharmacies, You know, with all the big, kind of. conglomerates and big companies, they’ve become… they used to be, like, mom-and-pop kind of places. And my pharmacy is like that. It’s just… it’s… it’s a few of us, and we… we do it, and it’s nothing big or fancy, but we get the job done. So, we compound things like methylcobalamin injections, hydroxycobalamin, low-dose naltrexone. Different things for chelation. So, it’s nice. I love having it. Dr. Deb Muth 49:11Yeah, the compounding pharmacies really have made a huge difference for people who are sensitive. You know, so many ingredients are contaminated with corn and gluten and soy and dairy and all the big things that we want to stay away from, especially if we’re trying to treat the immune system. And even if the manufacturer says that’s not in our product. it’s contaminated, usually, because they’re usually preparing it in a facility that has those things floating around. Right. And for people who are really sensitive, that’s going to create some issues. Anju 49:45Yeah, people who are sensitive are sensitive to parts per trillion. Dr. Deb Muth 49:48Yeah. Anju 49:49I found that with my daughter with chemical sensitivity. You don’t have to see it, or you don’t have to smell it, but they could react to it. Dr. Deb Muth 49:55Yeah. And, a lot of these, like. Anju 49:58These different, substances, for instance, like enzymes, even the natural enzymes. Dr. Deb Muth 50:03They’re cultured in Aspergillus. Anju 50:07And so they’re extracted from mold. Dr. Deb Muth 50:10Yeah. Anju 50:11And so the really mold-sensitive people will maybe take a digestive enzyme, and they’ll have a reaction, and they’ll not understand why. Yeah. But it’s not because of the enzyme, it’s because of where it’s coming from. Dr. Deb Muth 50:22Yeah, where it’s cultured from. And if you have mold toxicity and mold sensitivity, and we’re looking at your mold test, wondering why are you getting a hit while we’re trying to clear it out, sometimes we forget that those products, and a variety of products that we used are cultured from molds. Yeah. Anju 50:40Yeah, yeah. It’s hard for the laypeople to understand all. Dr. Deb Muth 50:45You know. Anju 50:45of these pieces, but I think that… It used to be, like, the insurance companies would cover prescriptions from compounding pharmacies, but over the years, the lobbying and all of that has gotten so intense where, you know, a lot of that ends up out of pocket, but it’s really… it doesn’t really get that much more expensive than a copay would be. Dr. Deb Muth 51:05Right, right. Anju 51:06People just don’t know about it, yeah. Dr. Deb Muth 51:08Yeah, absolutely. So, you’ve been doing this now for more than 17 years, and you’ve made some remarkable progress with your patients. Can you share some success stories that still inspire you to do what you do every day? Anju 51:27I don’t know about you, but, like, when you first start, I think, God puts you… God puts all those really gray cases in front of you, because you’re like, whoa! Dr. Deb Muth 51:37Yes, and maybe… Anju 51:38I gave this patient methylcobalamin, and they started talking. Yeah. So methyl B12 back in the day was huge. you know, Dr. Nebrander’s protocol, and we would use that, and we would get speech, and… I mean, I’ve… it’s just… there’s hundreds of cases. There’s hundreds of cases, and same with Leukovorin now. Not for everybody, but when it really works, it’s really, really decent. Dr. Deb Muth 52:07Yeah, and worth a try, you know, if… if we suspect that’s what’s going on, these things are worth a try, because sometimes you just never know what’s going to be the key that unlocks the answer for them. Anju 52:19Yeah, but I think, you know, like, I can say… chelation, or… you know, I can, like, throw out a bunch of stuff. Dr. Deb Muth 52:26Okay. Anju 52:27In terms of, like, I’ve… I… I have those families, and I have those kids who are just… they’re just amazing, and they’re in college, and having jobs, and having kids, and… Dr. Deb Muth 52:38Yeah. Anju 52:38you know, all of that, but I think, you know, the ones that really strike me are the ones that I have to work really hard to get. Dr. Deb Muth 52:44And then we’. Anju 52:45they go, it’s not like, oh, I just did the diet, I’m cured, or I did this, and I’m better, or… Right. And I have those cases where the parents come to me and they say, I never thought my kid would Be going to college. And I never thought we would be here. So, those are the ones that really, like, when I get the little notes, or the, like, the college or the high school graduation pictures, and they… and some of them, you know, you lose touch with because they don’t need me anymore. Dr. Deb Muth 53:19Yeah. Anju 53:20And then you hear about it later. And then, I think the ones that don’t get better are the ones that, like, sit with me the most They just sit with me, and we’ve had this population of children with severe apraxia. So, apraxia is a motor planning issue, but if you saw these patients, you would think that they were… mentally deficient. Dr. Deb Muth 53:44Hmm. Anju 53:45Because they can’t talk. Dr. Deb Muth 53:46Yeah. Anju 53:47They’re the classic person that you would see that looks autistic. You know, running around, excited, verbal stimming, no speech. Dr. Deb Muth 53:57Hmm. Anju 53:58And that group of patients are incredibly Brilliant. And we are just finding out about how smart they are. There’s a book called Underestimated by J.B. Hanley and his son Jamie. JV has all the resources in the world. He used to put those ads in the New York Times about autism and vaccines. He could take his kid anywhere and do any treatment, and still, we… Blocked. Locked. Couldn’t get through. Couldn’t get through. And they started, spelling. To communicate, and this speller’s method, and it just opened a door. And it opened a door for so many of my patients who are metabolically challenged, so we do help them metabolically. Getting that ability to communicate. Some of them never got high school diplomas, and they went back to get their high school diplomas so they could go to college. Dr. Deb Muth 54:56Oh, wow, that’s amazing stories. Anju 54:59Yeah, and Elizabeth Bonker is one of those spellers, and she… she was a valedictorian in her high school, college. And she did a valedictorian speech that went. Viral, and she’s one of the people on that committee. Dr. Deb Muth 55:13That’s awesome. Anju 55:14He’s non-speaking. She… she can’t not speak. Dr. Deb Muth 55:20Wow. Anju 55:21But they asked her to be on this committee. Dr. Deb Muth 55:24That’s fantastic. Anju 55:26Huge. Dr. Deb Muth 55:27That’s huge. It is huge. There’s a way she can communicate, she just can’t verbalize the way you and I verbalize. Anju 55:34She’s brilliant. I mean, people on that committee, the, the individuals with autism on that committee, I know they’re brilliant people. Wow. But if you… if… If people saw them, they wouldn’t see that. Dr. Deb Muth 55:47Right. Anju 55:47So, I guess, for me, it’s like seeing the brilliance, seeing the competence in individuals, and as a practitioner, just trying to optimize it. But I know, like, the neurodiversity people say, okay, you know. We’re fine, and it’s like, yes, you are fine, you’re fine, and it’s okay. Whatever it is, it’s okay. But if you’re struggling metabolically, and we can help you feel better. What’s… what’s the harm in that? Dr. Deb Muth 56:13Right, let’s do that. Yeah. So you’re also part of something called MAPS, and you’re educating doctors worldwide. Tell us a little bit about MAPS, and how do you see the integrative pediatrics evolving in the next decade as a result of what we’re learning today? Anju 56:36I think we’re at a crossroads, and Maps is kind of in the middle of that crossroads. It used to be called Dan. Dr. Deb Muth 56:47Okay. Anju 56:47Autism Now. Dr. Deb Muth 56:48Yeah. Anju 56:49And then they kind of dissolved Dan and turned it into MedMaps. And MedMaps is Medical Academy for Pediatrics and Special Needs. So it’s not just special needs, it’s pediatrics. as well.So it’s kind of like the functional medicine for peds. And our goal is to train an army of clinicians to be the frontline. And how medicine should be, and how people should be trained. We should train them to do these types of things from the beginning. Because now it’s backwards. Dr. Deb Muth 57:28Right. Anju 57:30they come see us when nobody else can help them. But, so, we have some good leadership, and then… We are just trying to get people trained so that they understand that this is the future. Dr. Deb Muth 57:50If there’s a practitioner that’s listening to this, how do they get involved in MAPS? Anju 57:55They could come to a conference. Dr. Deb Muth 57:57Okay. Anju 57:58And the website is medmaps.org. And there’s 2 conferences a year. And we have scholarships, and we want people to come, so contact You know, the executive director, and… We just want people to come, share… their experiences, learn about functional medicine, it’s evidence-based, we try to… it’s really scientific, you know, we talk a lot of science. Dr. Deb Muth 58:25Oh yeah, a lot of science. Anju 58:26We talk a lot of science, and and so hopefully we can move all of this forward. Baster. Dr. Deb Muth 58:35I think the greatest thing, when you get into the functional medicine integrative space like this, and MAPS, and some of the other environmental academies and things like that. A lot of people might think it’s not science-based, and I’m always amazed at how much science we have, and it’s right, it’s all the things that you and I learned in biochem class, and chem class, and organic chem, and we were like, oh, let’s just learn this to be done with it. And then you get back, and you start doing integrated medicine, and you realize, like, all of that biochemistry stuff is what we needed to truly understand to fix people these These days, and you go back and you have to learn that in an intense version of it. Anju 59:18I felt like I finally understood the Krebs cycle, when I learned how it made metabolic stents, instead of just memorizing these cycles for… For the… Dr. Deb Muth 59:30Right? Like, they, like. Anju 59:32They just make sense to me. Dr. Deb Muth 59:34Yeah. Anju 59:35And I think that’s so important to understand, that all of this has science behind it, and it’s there, and the research is there. Dr. Deb Muth 59:46It’s just us having to learn how to utilize it, and recognize that not every person is going to be straightforward, and what we do for one might not work for another. There’s… It’s not as easy as prescribing a prescription and letting the person walk out the door in 10 minutes. That’s not what this is about at all. Anju 01:00:05No, and at MedMaps as well, they have a call for abstracts, and so we’re always looking for research, experience, so if any of the clinicians out there have, you know, things they want to share. then send an abstract to Maps. What a great blonde. I think, one of my doctor friends is doing an abstract on research that was done on sensory qigong massage. Dr. Deb Muth 01:00:34Oh. Anju 01:00:34And it helped with speech, and the theory was that, we were all thinking of the sensory system in the brain, the sensory system. In the periphery being affected neurologically, and how to turn that back on. So, it was… it’s… Dr. Deb Muth 01:00:51That’s neat. Anju 01:00:51Again, with the research, and with the science behind it, and with, like, clinical trials, and all of that. Dr. Deb Muth 01:00:58That’s awesome, I love that.For parents that are just starting in this journey, what would you recommend be their first one or two steps? Anju 01:01:10Educate, educate, educate? How do you get educated? I do think that, TakaNow.org is a good place for, like, a biomedical approach, or this functional approach for autism. It’s the Autism Community in Action. MedMaps is doing a parent conference in March. Dr. Deb Muth 01:01:31Oh, awesome. They usually do that around, Memorial Day, right? Anju 01:01:36They’ll do it around Labor Day in September. Dr. Deb Muth01:01:40Labor Day in September, okay. Anju 01:01:42Yeah, and then mid-March. Dr. Deb Muth 01:01:44Okay. Anju 01:01:45Yeah. And they hadn’t done a parent conference before, but we had parents that wanted to come to the conferences, and it was just for clinicians before. Dr. Deb Muth 01:01:54Got it. Is it Autism One that does theirs around Memorial Day? Anju 01:01:59Oh yeah, they don’t exist anymore. Dr. Deb Muth 01:02:01Don’t, really. Anju 01:02:03conferences. There was. Dr. Deb Muth 01:02:06NAA, the National Autism Association. Anju 01:02:09They don’t do a lot of parent conferences in functional medicine either, so there’s a few left. Documenting Hope. That’s another really nice one. Oh, that’s great. Dr. Deb Muth 01:02:21So, what last words do you want to leave with our listeners? Anju 01:02:29You know, that’s… people always ask that at the end of these… I, I do feel that, Listen to your heart, you know, follow your intuition. Dr. Deb Muth 01:02:40I’ll let that guide you. Anju 01:02:42There’s a lot of information, sometimes it gets to be too much information. It’s hard to process everything, try not to make impulsive decisions about things. And… If you have a child with special needs, or if you have a grandchild with, issues. Presume competence. There’s a lot there. Dr. Deb Muth 01:03:04Yeah. Anju 01:03:05Especially some of these kids with behavior issues. I don’t know how many patients of mine are… Put on psychotropic meds. Metabolic issues, and, you know… It’s like, a lot of them have pain, like headache, abdominal pain, and inflammation, and they’re treating them with psych meds. Dr. Deb Muth 01:03:25Yeah. That’s sad, isn’t it? Anju 01:03:28I think, you know, try to look for the underlying cause. Not just band-aid things. Dr. Deb Muth 01:03:34Where can listeners, learn more about your work and what you do? Anju 01:03:40Oh, that’s tough. I don’t have a book. One of these days. Dr. Deb Muth 01:03:48Yes! Anju 01:03:49Yes, one of these days. I think, you know, med maps, we have a… if they’re clinicians. Dr. Deb Muth 01:03:55Hmm? Anju 01:03:56I have lectured a lot. For, for, communities like Taka, so there’s just a lot of… lectures that I’ve given online. Dr. Deb Muth 01:04:09Awesome. Well, thank you for taking your time with us today. It’s been a great conversation with you. Anju 01:04:15Thank you so much for inviting me, Debra. I’m honored to be here, and thank you for doing the work that you do to put Put this out there for people, because it’s really important information. Dr. Deb Muth 01:04:27Thank you. Thank you for joining me today on Let’s Talk Wellness Now. Today’s discussion with Dr. Usman reminds us that there’s always more we can do. We can look deeper into biology, environment, and lifestyle. to heal the next generation. If this episode inspired you, please share it with a parent or a practitioner who believes every child deserves a chance to thrive. And to learn more about Dr. Usman, you can visit TrueHealthMedical.com or TrueHealingnaturals.com. And if you’re ready to explore your own root cause healing, visit us at Serenityhealthcarecenter.com. You can also follow me on Instagram, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of Let’s Talk Wellness now. Until next time. I’m Dr. Deb, reminding you to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Be well, and I’ll see you soon.The post Episode 262 – The Root Cause of ADHD & Autism: Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Anju Usman Singh first appeared on Let's Talk Wellness Now.

Ekaterina Kldiashvili, Vice Rector for Research at Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy, and Pitt's HexAI podcast host, Jordan Gass-Pooré, discuss public health, the incorporation of AI into healthcare, responsible uses of AI, medical education and inter-university collaboration.Ekaterina and Jordan explore opportunities and concerns surrounding commercial AI applications, noting that while AI can improve healthcare efficiency, it must support clinical reasoning rather than replace it. They cover the Tbilisi Medical Academy's work on responsible AI usage, particularly in educating providers and patients, demonstrating how AI-enhanced text and visuals can significantly improve patient understanding and follow-up rates. They also touch on challenges associated with the use of AI in non-English languages like Georgian and delve into advances in computational genomics and rapid molecular diagnostics. Looking ahead, they discuss the strengthening ties between the University of Pittsburgh and the Tbilisi Medical Academy through knowledge sharing and faculty training and broadly discuss inter-university collaboration and the idea of seeing students investigate how different cultures and communities trust and accept AI in healthcare settings.

Parents Need ACCESS to the Right DoctorsWelcome to Episode 293 of Autism Parenting Secrets.If you're raising a child with complex medical or neurological challenges, you've likely discovered that not all doctors are equipped to help - especially when symptoms don't fit neatly into one diagnosis.This week, we talk about why that gap exists and what's starting to change.My guest, Honey Rinicella, is the Executive Director of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs, also known as MAPS.MAPS is the leading organization training physicians to care for children with complex conditions - including autism, PANS/PANDAS, epilepsy, immune dysregulation, allergies, and more - by addressing root causes rather than isolated symptoms.Under Honey's leadership, MAPS is also opening the door for parents to hear directly from these practitioners, recognizing that parent understanding, clarity, and leadership are essential for progress.In this conversation, we explore what makes MAPS doctors different, why community and in-person connection matter so much for families, and why parents need more than just additional information.The secret this week is… Parents Need ACCESS to the Right DoctorsYou'll Discover:Why Most Doctors Aren't Trained For Complex Kids (2:10)How MAPS Doctors Think Differently About Complex Kids (6:45)Why MAPS Is Rapidly Attracting More Physicians (12:30)How In-Person Community Changes Parents And Outcomes (21:40)Why Parents Play A Bigger Role Than They Realize (29:10)About Our Guest:Honey Rinicella is the Executive Director of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs (MAPS), the nation's leading organization training physicians to care for children with complex medical needs using integrative and functional approaches. Under her leadership, MAPS has expanded its educational programming and strengthened collaboration among practitioners, researchers, and advocacy leaders nationwide. Honey's work is deeply personal. As the mother of twins with complex medical needs, her advocacy began at home and grew into a lifelong commitment to ensuring families have access to compassionate care, reliable information, and a supportive community.References In This Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs (MAPS)MAPS Fellowship ProgramMAPS Spring Conference for Practitioners (Charlotte, NC) - Practitioners use code APS2026 for a discountMAPS Spring Conference - Parent Day (Charlotte, NC)Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with April Neumann, Executive Vice President of Workforce Transformation, Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA)In this episode, brought to you by Career-Bond,YOUR co-host is Darius Goldman, Founder & CEO, Career-BondYOUR host is Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠How does Ultimate Medical Academy, a not for profit institution with a 30 year history, 20,000 online students, 100,000 alumni, & a nationwide footprint, support non traditional learners with wraparound services designed to remove life & learning obstacles so students can enter or advance in healthcare careers?How is UMA addressing the massive healthcare workforce crisis, including the projected loss of 6.7 million workers by 2026, through short term training, stackable credentials, employer partnerships, & the launch of Nasium Training to upskill & reskill existing employees through 3 to 25 week programs?How does UMA's focus on care skills, learner support, employer aligned curriculum, mental health foundations, & flexible online pathways help learners thrive while meeting the urgent needs of healthcare systems facing burnout, staffing shortages, & evolving AI driven workplace demands?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want to get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content to help support the show? Become an #EdUp Premium Member today!

Welcome to Episode 289 of Autism Parenting Secrets.In this conversation, Len sits down with Dr. Anju Usman Singh, Medical Director of True Health Medical Center and a leading faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).Dr. Singh shares why autism, ADHD, and related challenges are best understood as neuroimmune inflammatory conditions — and how toxins, allergens, and persistent infections keep the immune system stuck in overdrive.She explains why low-level lead exposure is far more common than most parents realize, why there is no safe level of lead, and how even subtle toxic burden can impair attention, behavior, cognition, and emotional regulation.This episode brings clarity to how environmental toxins drive inflammation, how inflammation creates neurological “excitation,” and why addressing toxic load is often the missing step that unlocks progress.The secret this week is…Toxic Load BLOCKS the BreakthroughYou'll Discover:How Chronic Immune Activation Creates Excitation in the Brain and Behavior (8:36)Why Low-Level Lead Exposure Is Far More Common Than Most Parents Realize (9:51)Why Standard Lab Testing Misses Hidden Metal Burdens (12:55)The Most Surprising Everyday Sources Of Lead and Other Toxins (17:27)What Signs Suggest Your Child May Be Carrying A Toxic Burden (25:36)About Our Guest:Dr. Anju Usman Singh is a globally respected physician with nearly three decades of experience caring for children with autism, PANS/PANDAS, developmental delays, allergies, and complex neuroimmune conditions. She is widely recognized for her deep clinical expertise in environmental toxicity, chronic infections, immune dysregulation, detoxification, and the biomedical factors that drive inflammation in the brain and body.  As a leading faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), Dr. Usman Singh trains and mentors clinicians from around the world, helping advance more thoughtful, root-cause–oriented care for this generation of children. Her work bridges rigorous clinical experience with practical guidance for families navigating complex health challenges.Learn more:https://truehealthmedical.comReferences In This Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatric & Special Needs (MAPS)Boyd Haley Research On Synergistic Heavy Metal ToxicityLead Safe MamaXRF Rental CompanyAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Dr. Jill joins Dr. Emily Gutierrez - one of the leading voices in pediatric functional medicine—to unpack the hidden root causes behind chronic childhood illness and what parents can do to support recovery. The discussion aims to address the stress parents face when their children struggle with health issues, including cognitive difficulties, insomnia, food allergies, and gut issues.

Welcome to Dr. M's Women & Children First Podcast, where we engage with pioneering voices at the intersection of science, healthcare, and the well-being of families. Today on Dr. M's Women and Children First, we welcome Dr. Elizabeth Mumper, a physician, educator, and thought leader whose career has profoundly influenced the practice of integrative pediatrics. Dr. Mumper earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Bridgewater College, graduating magna cum laude, before attending the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, where she received her medical degree. She completed her pediatric residency at the University of Virginia and served as Chief Resident in Pediatrics. She remained at UVA as an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics from 1997 to 2005, mentoring future physicians and advancing holistic, evidence-based approaches to child health. Following her time in academia, Dr. Mumper founded The Rimland Center for Integrative Medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia, a clinic dedicated to children with autism spectrum disorders, PANS/PANDAS, allergies, and complex chronic illnesses. Her practice integrates the best of conventional pediatrics with biomedical and functional medicine principles, always guided by compassion and curiosity. She has been a leading educator with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) and a frequent international lecturer, teaching clinicians how to recognize and treat the root causes of immune dysregulation, inflammation, and neurodevelopmental challenges. Dr. Mumper is also the author of the new book Kids and COVID, an insightful exploration of how the pandemic impacted children, physically, emotionally, and developmentally, and what lessons medicine must learn moving forward. In our conversation, we discuss her book in depth, as well as the broader implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for pediatric care, resilience, and future public health policy. Finally, we dive into the complex topic of vaccines, considering what we've learned from the pandemic years and expanding the conversation begun with Dr. Paul Offit and Dr. Joel Warsh. Dr. Mumper's lifelong dedication to children, her fearless pursuit of truth, and her balanced, science-driven voice make her one of the most respected figures in functional medicine. Please join me in welcoming my friend and colleague,  Dr. Elizabeth Mumper. Dr. M

Welcome to Episode 273 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week's episode comes from the MAPS Fall Conference, where I sat down with Dr. Tom Moorcroft.Dr. Tom treats some of the sickest, most sensitive patients—but this conversation wasn't about lab results or protocols. It was about presence, modeling, and the love that fuels real healing.The truth is simple but often overlooked: your child is always watching, always absorbing. They don't just hear your words—they feel your energy.If you want them to be resilient and open to growth, you have to show them how. The secret this week is…Fill YOUR Cup FirstYou'll Discover:How Filling Your Own Tank First Makes You a Stronger Parent (8:10)Why Modeling Behavior Is More Powerful Than Demanding It (11:29)The Surprising Truth: Your Child Is Always Listening (13:28)How Turning Supplements & Food Changes Into Acts of Love Shifts Everything (17:35)The Unforgettable “I See You In There” Moment That Proves Presence Heals (21:18)Why Acceptance Opens the Door to Action and Growth (37:45)How Course Correction—Not Perfection—Creates Lasting Change (46:28)About Our Guest:Dr. Tom Moorcroft, DO, is one of the most respected voices in complex chronic illness recovery and America's Premier Lyme Disease Educator. He is the founder of the Lyme Disease Practitioner Certification & Mentorship Program and host of The Lyme Insider podcast, where he trains clinicians to master the art and science of treating Lyme disease, tick-borne co-infections, mold illness, and infection-induced autoimmune conditions like PANS/PANDAS.With over 15 years of frontline experience, Dr. Tom blends cutting-edge science with practical, results-driven strategies to solve medical mysteries others often miss. He is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric & Special Needs (FMAPS), an ILADS Fellow, and a former acting President, Board Member, and Committee Chair of ILADS.Trusted by patients and practitioners alike—from highly sensitive individuals to children with neuroinflammatory challenges—Dr. Tom's mission is clear: raise the standard of care and empower more healers to deliver lasting results. tommoorcroft.comLearn more:Medical Practice → OriginsOfHealth.comPractitioner Training → LymeTraining.orgYouTube → @TomMoorcroftInstagram → @drtommoorcroftLinkedIn → @tommoorcroftdoFacebook → @OriginsOfHealthThe Lyme Insider PodcastAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Judy andDr. James Neuenschwander dive into the complexities of chronic illness, exploring why single “villains” like seed oils or food dyes rarely explain the full picture. They discuss the rise in childhood illnesses including autism, the multiple toxic exposures contributing to disease, and how nuanced, root-cause approaches can lead to healing. The conversation also covers vaccine safety, gut health, mold, Lyme, and long COVID, highlighting that healing often requires pulling several levers, not just one. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Dr. James Neuenschwander is an integrative physician and current president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). Originally trained in surgery, his career shifted toward holistic and naturopathic medicine after witnessing the rapid recovery of chronic illness using non-conventional approaches. Since 1988, he has treated both adults and children, with a special focus on autism, chronic illness, detoxification, and functional medicine.We discuss the following: Meet Dr. James NeuenschwanderBiggest culprits for illnessThimerosal and lack of testingMajor triggers Dr. Neu has seenBalancing detox without harming the bodyStandard autism care in medicineWhat is casein and sourcesMold illness link to yeastIs long COVID a separate illness?Dr. Neu approach to treatmentWhere to find Dr. James Neuenschwander_____EPISODE RESOURCESFacebookBio Energy Medical CenterMAPS WebsiteThe Devil We Know documentary EFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 

Welcome to Episode 269 of Autism Parenting Secrets.My guest this week is Jodi Repko, a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 20 years in medicine and a MAPS-trained provider. Her journey into functional medicine began when her own son developed medically complex issues, igniting her passion to combine functional and traditional medicine.We dive into a related but lesser-known approach to stem cell therapy - exosomes. These tiny messengers from mesenchymal stem cells carry the body's repair signals. They can cross the blood-brain barrier, calm inflammation, and help restore balance - all without introducing live cells.Jodi explains what they are, how they differ from stem cells, and what she's seen in her practice when exosomes are part of a multidisciplinary approach for children with autism.The secret this week is…EXOSOMES Speak the Language of Repair You'll Discover:What Exosomes Are and How They Differ From Full Stem Cell Therapy (3:34)The Three Main Ways Exosomes Work (7:42)The Underlying Issues That Impact Exosome Success (15:32)Practical Considerations Before Starting Exosome Therapy (23:37) About Our Guest:Jodi Repko is the owner and founder of Restore Holistic Center, a functional medicine clinic that takes a multidisciplinary approach to health and healing. A board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 30 years in medicine, Jodi's passion for innovative healthcare was sparked when her son was diagnosed with autism and apraxia. She has worked in regenerative, functional, and biomedical medicine, family practice, women's health, emergency medicine, and complex care, including autism and PANS/PANDAS. Trained through The Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and The Autism Community in Action, she also brings 17 years of experience in adult and pediatric emergency settings, honing her diagnostic and assessment skills.  Her personal journey into functional medicine, inspired by her son's complex needs, led her to research, implement, and now specialize in treatments that help restore health and improve quality of life for children and families.https://www.restoreholisticcenter.com/References In This Episode:MAPS – Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs: https://medmaps.org/Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, President Series #393,  powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠,YOUR guest is Thomas Rametta, President, Ultimate Medical AcademyYOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe SallustioHow has Ultimate Medical Academy achieved explosive growth to over 20,000 students?What does it mean to focus laser-sharp on allied healthcare careers for 3 decades?How can institutions build wraparound student services that actually work?For EdUp Supporters ears only via the extended conversation:How do YOU build mature business intelligence teams with 20-30 daily metrics dashboards?What's involved in navigating compliance requirements with Title IV & SAP calculations at scale?How do YOU create data-driven student support focused on those who need it most?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Support the podcast trusted by higher ed leaders. Get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content by supporting Elvin & Joe for only $5.99 a month or $44.99 a year. YOU can also donate or gift a subscription at edupexperience.com

Subtitle: Holistic Prevention and Treatment Approaches for Autism Spectrum Disorder Introduction In this episode of Pediatric Perspectives, Dr. Paul welcomes Dr. James “Neu” Neuenschwander, president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). Together, they explore whether autism is preventable and treatable, sharing the latest insights on environmental, nutritional, and biomedical strategies for families seeking answers and hope. Dr. Neuenschwander draws on decades of clinical experience to outline practical steps for both prevention and intervention, emphasizing the importance of individualized care and the power of real food1. Key Points with Time Stamps • 00:00:40 – Dr. Paul introduces the new VAX FACTS book and where to order it. • 00:01:35 – Dr. Paul welcomes Dr. Neuenschwander, highlighting his role with MAPS and his expertise in treating children on the autism spectrum. • 00:02:42 – Dr. Neuenschwander shares his experience, having treated over a thousand children with autism, and discusses the evolving landscape of autism severity and outcomes. • 00:05:24 – Both doctors agree that biomedical interventions—addressing the gut, brain, and immune system—can make a significant difference in most children with autism. • 00:05:52 – Prevention strategies: Dr. Neuenschwander stresses the importance of maternal detoxification, optimal nutrition (methylated B vitamins, folate, iodine, vitamin D), and a non-inflammatory, toxin-free environment before and during pregnancy. • 00:08:17 – Risks of immune activation in pregnancy: Dr. Paul and Dr. Neuenschwander discuss concerns about vaccinating during pregnancy due to the lack of long-term neurodevelopmental safety data and the potential for immune activation. • 00:10:04 – RSV vaccine concerns: Dr. Neuenschwander highlights miscarriage risks associated with the RSV vaccine and the lack of adequate safety studies. • 00:11:41 – MAPS practitioner training: Dr. Neuenschwander explains the MAPS conference structure and the importance of individualized approaches—there is no one-size-fits-all protocol for autism. • 00:15:54 – Core interventions for children on the spectrum: o Start with a gluten-free, casein-free, soy-free, and corn-free diet. o Focus on real, unprocessed foods. o Address gut health and brain inflammation. o Treat cerebral folate deficiency and consider methyl B12 injections. o Detoxify the environment and avoid further toxin exposures. • 00:18:08 – Advanced strategies: o Address gut over

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a functional medicine practitioner specializing in chronic illness and immune dysfunction, to explore the complex world of autoimmunity through the lens of Lyme disease and stealth pathogens. We dive into how these microbes evade the immune system, disrupt the body's internal balance, and target areas of weakness — from old injuries to inflamed tissues. Dr. Hinchey explains how this leads to persistent inflammation, neurological symptoms, and gut dysfunction, often without obvious signs of infection. You'll learn why a root-cause approach to chronic infections must go beyond antimicrobials — incorporating immune support, detoxification, terrain rebuilding, and the smart use of herbal medicine.   If you've struggled with unexplained symptoms, autoimmunity, or suspect hidden infections might be at play, this conversation will help you understand the deeper mechanisms — and what true healing actually takes. Key Takeaways: The central focus in treating Lyme disease should be on restoring immune balance and competency rather than solely targeting pathogens with antibiotics. Lyme disease can lead to significant systemic disruptions, manifesting in symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and even neuropsychiatric disorders. A therapeutic lifestyle approach, including dietary changes, detoxification, and stress management, is essential for effective management of chronic vector-borne diseases. Herbal medicine, especially herbs like Cryptolepis, Chinese Skullcap, and Japanese Knotweed, play a vital role in managing inflammation and immune dysregulation. More About Dr. Myriah Hinchey, ND: Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a Naturopathic physician and Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), is a recognized expert in the field of Lyme disease and other complex chronic inflammatory conditions, with over 17 years of specialized experience. As a physician and the Medical Director at TAO, an integrative center for healing, she has successfully guided thousands of patients towards recovery from their complex chronic inflammatory conditions. Additionally, she is the founder and owner of LymeCore Botanicals, a herbal medicine company focused on providing effective solutions for healing vector-borne diseases. Dr. Hinchey is dedicated to treating patients of all ages, with a specialty in pediatrics, and is also a sought-after speaker, passionately educating healthcare professionals on the pathophysiology of vector-borne diseases and how to successfully integrate functional, herbal, and lifestyle medicine into their practices. Website Instagram Facebook LymeCore Botanicals  LymeBytes Symposium on November 14th & 15th | REGISTER HERE Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube   This episode is sponsored by Professional Co-op®, where clinicians gain exceptional access to industry-leading lab services without the hefty price tag—since 2001, they've been redefining what efficient, patient-focused support looks like. Imagine no hidden fees, no minimums, and only paying for completed tests. Experience lab services that not only meet but also exceed your expectations. Join the co-op trusted by countless licensed clinicians nationwide. Visit www.professionalco-op.com to learn more! This episode is also made possible by Functional Medicine University. FMU is a fully online, self-paced training program in functional medicine, founded in 2006 by Dr. Ron Grisanti. With students in all 50 U.S. states and 68 countries globally, FMU has become a cornerstone in advanced clinical education for healthcare practitioners. The curriculum is led by Dr. Grisanti, alongside contributions from over 70 distinguished medical experts on FMU's advisory board. Graduates earn the prestigious Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP®) credential upon completion. FMU is also a nationally approved provider of continuing education for a wide range of licensed professionals, including MDs, DCs, DOs, NDs, acupuncturists, PAs, NPs, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and dentists. Whether you're looking to expand your clinical knowledge or bring a functional approach to your practice, FMU offers the tools, guidance, and certification to help you thrive. Visit www.functionalmedicineuniversity.com to learn more!

Welcome to Episode 257 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week, we shine a light on a hidden truth—focusing solely on killing bugs like Lyme or Bartonella often backfires. True healing starts with rebuilding your child's immune system and supporting the gut.My guest is Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a MAPS-trained, board-certified naturopathic physician. She explains why detox, testing, and immune support must come before—and during—any treatment.We cover what parents often overlook, how inflammation throws everything off, and why restoring the microbiome is mission-critical.The secret this week is…For Gut Health, Don't Kill—REBUILDYou'll Discover:Why Lyme ISN'T Just a Northeast Problem (4:46)How Your Child's “camel's back” Can Suddenly Collapse (7:28)Why Shrinking An Infection Isn't Enough (9:49)The Shocking Way Healthy Foods May Harm Your Child (14:36)The Two Foundational Tests Dr. Hinchey Runs On Almost Every Child (18:20)About Our Guest:Dr. Myriah Hinchey is a licensed naturopathic physician and Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). She's an expert in Lyme disease and complex chronic inflammatory conditions, with over 17 years of clinical experience. As the Medical Director at Tao Vitality and founder of LymeCore Botanicals, she's helped thousands of patients, especially children, heal through personalized, integrative protocols. She's also a sought-after speaker and educator on the intersection of vector-borne illness and functional medicine.taovitality.comInstagram @drmyriahhincheyFacebook @lymecoreAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Dr. Myriah Hinchey is a naturopathic physician who specializes in the treatment of tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease. Her focused practice and dedication to this specific area of medicine has allowed her to develop deep knowledge and understanding of the complexities surrounding chronic Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Dr. Hinchey has treated thousands of patients with chronic tick-borne disease and has encountered a wide range of presentations and challenges associated with these conditions. Her clinical experience, combined with ongoing research and study, as well as overcoming her own battle with chronic tick-borne disease contributes to her authority in this field.Furthermore, Dr. Hinchey has stayed up-to-date with the latest research, treatment protocols, and emerging therapies (allopathic/ prescription and natural/ herbal) related to chronic Lyme disease. She has collaborated with other experts in the field and attends several conferences and professional events each year to expand her knowledge and refine her approach to patient care as well as educate other medical professionals on her unique approach to healing tick-borne disease, using herbal and lifestyle medicine. She is a member of and frequent speaker at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and a member of and frequent lecturer at the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).Topics covered in this episode:Functional Medicine Micronutrient Food Sensitivity Detoxification Biofilms Galectin 3 Lyme DiseaseBiofilms on Immune System SurveillanceHerxheimer Reaction Inflammatory CascadePectin (Pactosol)Immune System Dysregulation To learn more about Dr. Myriah Hinchey and her work, head over to https://econugenics.com/collections/pectasol__________________________________________________________We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.lindseyelmore.com/podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lindsey-elmore-show--5952903/support.

In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp podcast, we have the privilege of hearing from Dr. James Neuenschwander, an integrative medicine and emergency medicine physician. Dr. Neuenschwander discusses his extensive experience in treating chronic illnesses in children, with a special focus on those on the autism spectrum. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Neuenschwander is also the president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). Key Takeaways: Defining Chronic Illness in Children: Chronic conditions in children, such as asthma, autism, and PANS/PANDAS, often persist for more than a month or two and can significantly affect their quality of life. Immune System Differences: While children generally have a more robust innate immune system, they are more vulnerable to Lyme infections and neurological complications due to their porous blood-brain barrier. Inflammatory Response and Brain Inflammation: Although children may not show severe inflammatory responses to tick bites, brain inflammation can lead to developmental regression and psychiatric symptoms, further complicating diagnosis and treatment. Co-Infections and Diagnostic Challenges: Co-infections such as Borrelia, Babesia, and Bartonella are common in pediatric chronic illnesses, making diagnosis more complex and requiring an integrated approach to treatment. Environmental Factors and Autism: Infections, toxins, and immune system activation are factors that can induce brain inflammation and increase the risk of autism, contributing to the rising prevalence of autism spectrum disorders. Importance of Integrative and Holistic Approaches: Dr. Neuenschwander emphasizes the need to address the whole ecosystem in treating children with chronic illnesses, focusing on gut health, nutrition, environmental factors, and immune system balance, rather than just targeting specific infections. Role of MAPS in Training Practitioners: The Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) plays a vital role in educating healthcare providers on integrative techniques for managing complex chronic conditions in children. Resources & Links: Follow the latest ILADS updates at ILADS.org Learn more about Dr. James Neuenschwander here Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)

The health of our children is in crisis. Why are rates of autism, autoimmune diseases, and chronic conditions skyrocketing? Dr. James Neuenschwander, an integrative paediatric specialist and president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), joins Dr. Ron Ehrlich to explore why our medical system is failing kids and how a root-cause approach can change lives. In this powerful episode, Dr. Neu shares his journey from emergency medicine to integrative paediatrics, the alarming gaps in medical education, and why chronic illness is a modern epidemic. Learn how gut health, environmental toxins, and nutrition are crucial in treating neurodevelopmental conditions and discover what parents and practitioners can do today to transform child health. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of healthcare. ------- Show notes are available at CLICK HERE CONNECT WITH DR RON & UNSTRESS HEALTH Join the Unstress Health Community: CLICK HERE INSTAGRAM: CLICK HERE YOUTUBE: CLICK HERE FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE TIKTOK: CLICK HERE SPOTIFY: CLICK HERE LinkedIn: CLICK HERE EMAIL: admin@unstresshealth.com DISCLAIMER: This podcast provides general information and discussion about medicine, health and related subjects. This content is not intended and should not be construed as medical advice or as a substitute for care by a qualified medical practitioner. If you or any other person has a medical concern, he or she should consult with an appropriately qualified medical practitioner. Guests who speak in this podcast express their own opinions, experiences and conclusions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 248 of Autism Parenting Secrets. We're excited to welcome back Julie Matthews to the show. In episode 201, she shared how science supports diet changes—and this week, we're diving even deeper.Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions like autism and ADHD. For over 20 years, she's helped families use food to support their child's health and well-being.She's the author of the award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism and co-author of two research studies demonstrating the power of nutrition and therapeutic diets for autism.Her latest book, The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan, was just released in March 2025. It's a step-by-step guide designed to help parents like you optimize nutrition for your child's unique needs.The secret this week is…Stop Guessing – PERSONALIZE Your Child's NUTRITION You'll Discover:Why PERSONALIZATION Is So Key (5:38)A Step By Step Plan To Diet Changes (9:10)Common Root Causes You Can Address With Diet (16:25)Gut Issues Are Easy To Miss (20:48)Intuition vs. Addiction (25:30)Ways To Help Your Child Get On Board (29:58)Why Comfort Foods AREN'T Helping Your Child (34:09)The Balance To Strike (38:54)About Our Guest:Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher who received her master's degree in medical nutrition with distinction, from Arizona State University. She has specialized in children's nutrition and complex neurological conditions, most notably autism spectrum disorder, for over 20 years. Julie sits on the Nutritional/Medical Advisory Board of the Autism Nutrition Research Center and helps children, families, and clinicians from 146 countries with her online resources, nutrition programs, and professional training courses.Julie has educated parents and health professionals on how to use personalized nutrition and therapeutic diets to help children thrive at conferences in more than sixty-five cities over three continents including Medical Academy of Pediatric & Special Needs (MAPS), Integrative Medicine for Mental Health (IMMH), and American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). She has been featured in newspapers and blogs, and on podcasts, radio, and television including CBS. She has co-authored peer-reviewed research studies demonstrating the efficacy of nutrition and therapeutic diet intervention for ASD.When she is not studying the latest nutrition research, supporting families, or experimenting with new recipes in her kitchen, she can be found camping with her daughter, hugging redwood trees, and gardening.nourishinghope.comBioIndividualNutrition.comReferences in The Episode:The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan: Nourishing Hope for Kids with ASD, ADHD, Anxiety, and Neurodevelopmental Delays by Julie Matthews, M.S.Autism Health Summit April 11-13, 2025 in San Diego, CA - use code AHS50 for a discountAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Emergency & Integrative Medical Physician, James Neuenschwander, MD, joins Del to discuss the invalid vaccine claims made by legislators in the RFK Jr. hearings and explains why the science is not settled when it comes to vaccines and autism. Hear how his organization, Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs (MAPS), is bringing together practitioners to treat childhood illness in a more functional way, and get the details on their upcoming conference.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Ticks & Lyme Disease is the topic of the week!  Our guest is Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a Naturopathic physician and Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), is a recognized expert in the field of Lyme disease and other complex chronic inflammatory conditions, with over 17 years of specialized experience. As a physician and the Medical Director at TAO, an integrative center for healing, she has successfully guided thousands of patients towards recovery from their complex chronic inflammatory conditions. Additionally, she is the founder and owner of LymeCore Botanicals, a herbal medicine company focused on providing effective solutions for healing vector-borne diseases. Dr. Hinchey is dedicated to treating patients of all ages, with a specialty in pediatrics, and is also a sought-after speaker, passionately educating healthcare professionals on the pathophysiology of vector-borne diseases and how to successfully integrate functional, herbal, and lifestyle medicine into their practices. 

Vicki Kobliner MS, RDN, CD-N is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap. Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies, Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders. She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children. She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children, and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.

This week on the Rick Flynn Presents podcast: "A living, breathing, example of what happens when education enters your life" ---Rick Flynn Dr. Candice Carpenter is Co-Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Strategy Officer of The Boston Public Congress of Public Health, and also serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of HPHR Journal. She is Executive Producer of the Great Health Debates, Inaugural Director of the BCPH Public Health Institute and Medical Academy, and Faculty for the BCPH Academy. She also serves as President/CEO/Founder of Candice Carpenter Ventures LLC and Infinity Ivy Consulting, a boutique academic/educational consulting firm. She is a physician-entrepreneur, healthcare innovator, educator, and social justice activist.She has participated in a number of prestigious fellowships, including the Biodesign Healthcare and Technology Fellowship at UCLA, the Equity/Diversity/Inclusion Fellowship at Harvard Chan School of Public Health, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons Leadership Program Fellowship, the Oxford Women Leaders in Entrepreneurship Programme, and the Oxford Social Entrepreneurship Program.She holds an MPH in Public Health Leadership and Health & Social Behavior from the Harvard Chan School of Public Health, an M.B.A. from Oxford University Said Business School, an M.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, an Ed.M. in Mind, Brain, Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and a B.A. in Psychology from Yale University. She is a licensed physician in California.She has been published in the Harvard Public Health Review, Oxford Business Review, and other scientific and academic journals. In addition to the several websites mentioned at the end of this show, Dr. Carpenter may also be reached on LinkedIn. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rick-flynn/support

Emergency & Integrative Medical Physician, James Neuenschwander, MD, discusses the skyrocketing rates of chronic disease and disorders in children and his mission of Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) to raise an army of medical practitioners to understand the principles of root cause medicine. Hear about the upcoming MAPS conference in Scottsdale to help participants learn new treatment options and innovative medicine research.

Welcome to Episode 210 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Dr. Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is our guest this week, and we delved into the potential root causes of autism, emphasizing the importance of personalized, holistic care. She is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. Dr. Goh is a graduate of Harvard University, Oxford University, and Harvard Medical School and currently serves as a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.In this discussion, we discussed groundbreaking treatments like neuromodulation and the need for collaboration among medical, developmental, and behavioral professionals. Her book Magnificent Minds - The NEW Whole Child Approach to Autism was just released in April 2024, and it's all about empowering families and providing hope. The secret this week is…Time Is BrainYou'll Discover:A Book To Get You On The Right Track (3:52)The Approach You Want To Take (6:41)Why A Root Cause Focus Matters So Much (10:04)Why Specialists Aren't Enough (13:38)Characteristics Of The Right Team (18:49)Why Time Is Brain (21:41)Why The Importance of Nutrition Is Undeniable (28:59)The Merits of Genetic Testing & Some Things To Let Go Of (35:44)A Key Test To Perform (38:22)Why The Brain Deserves Urgent Attention (41:12)Emerging Neuromodulation Techniques (46:08)About Our Guest:Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. Cortica began in Goh's one-room medical office in San Diego ten years ago and has grown to a staff of more than a thousand doctors and therapists who serve tens of thousands of autistic children and their families in the United States and abroad. A graduate of Harvard University, Oxford University, and Harvard Medical School, she is the former co-director of Columbia University's Developmental Neuropsychiatry Clinic for Autism, where she conducted research on the biological causes of autism and used brain imaging to identify patterns of neural circuitry and brain chemistry. Goh is currently a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and is a frequent speaker for parent advocacy organizations. She lives in San Diego, California, with her husband and two children.www.drsuzannegoh.comwww.corticacare.comReferences in The Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatric Special NeedsDr. Larry Rosen, Whole Child CenterAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

https://thelymeboss.com/ n this episode 110, Heather Gray FND-P speaks with Dr. Neu about managing chronic, complex illnesses in children. Dr. N Neu shares his journey from traditional medicine to integrative health, emphasizing the importance of treating underlying causes rather than just symptoms. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of working with children and the vital role of lifestyle changes in healing. In this podcast you will discover 01:27 - Heather welcomes Dr. N Neu discussing his unique approach to treating complex illnesses in kids. 02:12 - Dr. Neu talks about his transition from traditional surgery to integrative medicine and the eye-opening experiences that led him there. 03:04 - Dr. Neu describes how personal experiences with his first wife's health issues introduced him to herbal and homeopathic treatments, leading to significant health improvements. 03:54 - Dr. Neu explains the origins of his Bioenergy Medical Center and its focus on healing illnesses at their source. 05:06 - Dr. Neu recounts his early recognition of Lyme disease's prevalence and the challenges of its diagnosis and treatment. 06:02 - Dr Neu discusses how he began treating children, particularly those on the autism spectrum, and the integrative approaches that have shown success. 07:09 - Dr. Neu emphasizes the importance of identifying underlying causes such as inflammation and environmental toxins in chronic pediatric illnesses. 8:08 - Discussion on the necessity of comprehensive treatment plans, including diet changes, detoxification, and environmental modifications. 10:02 - Dr. Neu talks about the role of antibiotics and why they should not be the sole treatment method, advocating for an integrative approach. 11:02 - The critical nature of integrative care in pediatric patients to ensure lifelong health and well-being is highlighted. 15:09 - Heather and Dr. Neu talk about the challenges of getting parental buy-in for dietary and lifestyle changes essential for treatment. 16:10 - The discussion continues on the importance of educating parents about integrative approaches and overcoming skepticism. 17:10 - Dr Neu shares insights on the lack of comprehensive nutrition education in medical training and its implications for patient care. Get EMF Rock: Emfrocks.com/THELYMEBOSS Use code THELYMEBOSS to get 10% off. To Get BioMed: Contact Dr. Drobot here https://thebiomedcenter.com/ Tel:480-614-5820 Only contact the Scottsdale location Guest Bio: James R. Neuenschwander, M.D. (Dr. Neu) is a physician dually board-certified in Integrative and Emergency Medicine. A University of Michigan medical school graduate, he has practiced integrative medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan since 1988, specializing in complex medical conditions. Dr. Neu focuses on tick-borne illnesses and neurodevelopmental delays, including autism and PANS. He is the current president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) and a sought-after speaker on autism, vaccine injury, and gut-brain-immune connections. To know more about Dr Neu: https://www.bioenergymedicalcenter.com/ Get healthier food into your diet with these easy, yummy, fast meals today! Get more energy, less brain fog, and LESS pain when you start eating a low-inflammatory diet Download your free video series Real Cooking For Real Life here. https://thelymeboss.com/ #thelymebosspodcast #Lymepodtcast #healinglymepodcast #PediatricHealth #ChronicIllness #thelymeboss #ToxinFreeLife #Youarenotcrazy #IntegrativeMedicine #HealthAndWellness thereishope #ChronicIllnessWarrior #IntegrativeHealth #FunctionalHealth #AutismSupport #HolisticHealing #Nutrition #Health #EnvironmentalHealth --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lymebossheathergray/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lymebossheathergray/support

Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus Infection and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome is a troubling condition that involves sudden onset of OCD, anxiety, tics, sometimes aggression, sometimes ADHD, sometimes depression, sometimes dysgraphia.. that abruptly happens almost overnight. In some cases like PANDAS it follows a streptococcus infection in other cases like PANS it may follow a virus, vector-borne-illness, or mycotoxin exposure. In this episode a legend in functional medicine Nancy O'hara, MD joins us as she is an expert in this topic and author of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis, In this episode we cover: Dr. O'Hara's approach and Philosophy work. The life and tribulations of a family with a medically challenged child. 3-pronged approach (Treat symptoms, treat inflammation, treat-infection) Making a diagnosis. The challenges of testing and the importance of the clinical diagnosis. How Sars-Cov-2 spike protein has impacted PANS/PANDAS due to its impact on latent viruses and vector borne illness. Dr. O'hara's membership and mentorship programs. See detailed show notes at https://www.onethingpod.com/panspandasohara About Dr. O'Hara Dr. Nancy O'Hara is a board certified Pediatrician. Prior to her medical career, Dr. O'Hara taught children with autism. She graduated with highest honors from Bryn Mawr College and as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She earned a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh. After residency, chief residency and general pediatric fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. O' Hara entered general private practice in 1993, and in 1998 began her consultative, integrative practice solely for children with special needs. Since 1999 she has dedicated her functional medicine practice to the integrative and holistic care of children with chronic illness and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, PANDAS/PANS, OCD, Lyme and ASD. She is also a leader in the training of clinicians, both in the United States and abroad. Dr. O'Hara has written a comprehensive guidebook, “Demystifying PANS / PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis”, which is available on Amazon in e-book or soft-cover formats. For more information on her membership and mentoring program, please visit www.drohara.com. Additionally, Dr. O'Hara's research on Folate Receptor Auto Antibodies and PANS/PANDAS was recently published. (https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14020166) Resources mentioned in the episode 1.    Spellers  https://spellers.com/ 2.   Medical Academy of Special Needs: About Us - MAPS 3.  Neurobiology of Everyday communication https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27284021/ 4.      Helminth Therapy Human helminth therapy to treat inflammatory disorders- where do we ... 5.      Toxicant Load in Liver disease https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/addressing-body-burden-discussion-lyn-patrick-nd-toxicants/ 6.      Sidney M. Baker, MD 7.      Socio-medical studies of individuals self-treating with helminths ... 8.      Hymenolepis diminuta Cysticercoids Production and Use of Hymenolepis diminuta Cysticercoids as Anti ... 9.      Biome Restoration https://biomerestoration.com/ 10.  Demystifing Pans and Pandas book by Dr. O'Hara https://www.amazon.com/Demystifying-PANS-PANDAS-Functional-Encephalitis/dp/1939794269?ref_=ast_author_dp 11.  Mentorship program by Dr. O'hara https://www.drohara.com/membership Related episodes Panda/Pans with Jill Crista, ND https://www.onethingpod.com/s5e84 The Immune System and Mental Health with Dr. Emily Gutierrez https://www.onethingpod.com/s6e93 Please support our sponsors and affiliates: https://www.onethingpod.com/sponsors/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/support

Dr. Ari Calhoun is a perinatal and pediatric naturopathic doctor and mother of two.  She is the owner and director of Wholesome Brain Medicine, focusing on optimizing neurodevelopment and emotional regulation from the womb onward. As an adjunct faculty of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics, she is a passionate speaker and advocate on the importance of a biomedical approach toward neurodevelopmental disorders. She is licensed by the California Board of Naturopathic Medicine, holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in San Diego, California, and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a Minor in Clinical Nutrition Sciences from Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York.   Together Dr. Ari and I dive into the many ways that practitioners can take a proactive stance on prenatal and neurodevelopmental care to support the high-risk profiles of their patients. She shares tactics for mitigating risk and supporting proactive prenatal and neurodevelopmental care through nutrients. She highlights research behind anti-brain antibodies in pregnant moms, details folate receptor antibodies, offers lab recommendations, and explores the need for dairy in most diets. Ari also covers the risks associated with maternal infections, the supplements and lab tests that she recommends for her patients, and the danger of a zinc-copper imbalance. Ari has a wealth of information on these lesser-known topics, and our conversation is filled with a variety of clinical pearls that practitioners can use to help support parents as they navigate prenatal and postpartum care as well as for children with autism. I'm your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Ari Calhoun   Wholesome Brain Medicine   Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/   Nutrition Blog: Choline – A Critical Nutrient During Pregnancy - https://www.casi.org/node/1080   Research Blog: Do Higher Prenatal Choline Levels Mitigate Fetal Impact of Respiratory Infections - https://www.casi.org/node/1274   Research Blog: Autism and Cerebral Folate Deficiency - https://www.casi.org/bid/166694/Autism-and-Cerebral-Folate-Deficiency   Research Blog: Functional roles of Zinc - https://www.casi.org/node/1193   Science Update: Recent Study Explores Impact of Folate Supplementation During Pregnancy on Newborn's DNA Methylation and Neural Outcomes - https://www.casi.org/node/1596   Science Update: New Study Investigates the Effect of Vitamin D Status during Pregnancy on Infant Neurodevelopment - https://www.casi.org/node/1312 Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:05 Ari recalls the experiences that fueled her passion for brain health, fertility, and working with children. 04:45 Holistically optimizing neurodevelopment starts with a focused approach to maternal prenatal health. 08:04 The impact of maternal immune activation and inflammation on neurodevelopment.  13:02 Common maternal infections that tend to trigger immune activation, include stress and metabolic conditions. 16:41 Ari highlights safe prenatal nutrients that have been sufficiently studied and optimize prenatal care. 21:39 Details and dosing for zinc, copper, folate, Vitamin C, and other beneficial supplements. 27:00 Research regarding the safety and concerns of melatonin use in pregnancy. 28:49 Ari weighs in on glutathione controversy and Tylenol usage in pregnancy. 32:07 The phenomenon of anti-brain antibodies and their association to severe forms of autism, and key risk factors for mom and baby. 36:51 Determining the appropriate timing for anti-brain antibody testing to proactively support high-risk patient profiles. 38:48 Specialized lab testing recommendations for preconception care based on mom's immune concerns and history of miscarriage. 42:00 Addressing concerns before conception based on the patient's ideal timeline. 44:05 Ari shares the teaching and personal experiences that have shaped her compassion and desire to help parents find answers and solve the pieces of their child's puzzle. 46:18 Pro-resolving mediators can be used in high doses for infection and injury in pregnancy as well as for children with autism. 47:52 The danger of low zinc-to-copper ratios and the mechanisms behind the imbalanced levels. 54:32 Supplementing with zinc and other supplements can be the easy solution to most copper imbalance-related issues. 55:20 Ari highlights the training and experience that she has gained in these little-researched topics. 58:10 Ari shares her top three supplements, her evolving health practices around diet, sleep, and exercise, and the dairy-free idea that she has changed her mind about.

Honey Rinicella is the Executive Director of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special needs (MAPS), and proud parent of 23 year old twins with autism. Prior to her onboarding with MAPS, Honey spent nearly two decades working leadership roles for Non-Profits, supporting families and parents in the Autism/Special needs community. She has seen the lives of her children transform under the care of a MAPS physician, which in turn has sparked her passion to grow the organization. The MAPS mission is to equip dedicated professionals in delivering the best possible care to children, teens, and young adults with special needs and complex medical conditions. Honey's commitment is to ensure every child has the chance to achieve their full potential through this enhanced care; She knows first hand that a properly educated practitioner is the true key to unlocking that potential in anyone with Special Needs.Vincent Rinicella is a 23-year-old nonspeaker who had been a prisoner in his mind for 18 years. Fortunately, this changed when he was introduced to a newer communication method, which finally allowed him to break free from his silence. Through hard work and dedication, Vincent can now share his feelings, needs, opinions, and insight, which in turn has brought a whole new meaning and reward to his life, as well as to those he loves. Vincent is a published author of poetry and short stories, creator and writer of a blog (The Unfiltered Mind of Vincent), and has become a passionate advocate for bringing forth change in our community. He believes it's critically important to help ensure all nonspeakers are given the chance he had, so they too can break free and live a life of their own choosing.Spellers The Movie (Must Watch!!)MAPS (Physicians and Practitioners) MAPS (Parents and Caregivers)Follow me at The MD Autism Project for more content. InstagramFacebook YouTube

In this episode we sat down with Jana Roso, a passionate holistic healthcare provider. Jana's background in medicine and health stems all the way back to starting with pediatric hemotology and oncology acute care. Today she has found her calling with functional and integrative medical care for children. We loved learning more of her story and her passion for health.   About Jana Roso   Jana obtained her baccalaureate degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin. She then went on to obtain her nursing degree from UT Austin and shortly after began working as a pediatric hematology and oncology acute care registered nurse at Dell Children's Medical Center.   She then returned to UT to obtain her master's degree in nursing with a pediatric nurse practitioner focus. She is board certified as a pediatric nurse practitioner from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. After working many years in a primary care setting, her love for nutrition and health led her down the functional medicine path. She helped open and own Neuronutrition Associates for many years. She also co-wrote and published a book on a functional medicine approach to treating autism. Jana is a fellow through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and has been trained through the Institute for Functional Medicine.   She is passionate about providing holistic healthcare to children with chronic maladies through an integrative and functional medical approach. She has a love for children with chronic complex issues- specifically autism, PANDAS/PANS, and learning challenges. She aims to bring more healing modalities to her patients while at Alive and Well   Connect with Jana Roso   Website - https://aliveandwell.health/pediatric/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/healthytxhome   Resources Mentioned   LMNT - https://drinklmnt.com L-Theanine - Nu-Medica - https://a.co/d/g8OEWJ5 Red Light - https://a.co/d/g8OEWJ5 Magnesium lotion by Ancient Minerals - https://www.ancient-minerals.com/product/magnesium-lotion/ Good night tea - Traditional Medicinal - https://www.traditionalmedicinals.com/products/nighty-night-tea Defined Dish - https://thedefineddish.com/ Oura ring - https://ouraring.com/

This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Lumebox, and Air Doctor. One in thirty-six children is diagnosed with autism. While 50% of the increase in diagnoses is due to increased awareness about autism, at least 50% of those diagnoses are based on an actual increase in the number of cases. Families navigating this diagnosis can often be inundated with information without proper guidance from a trusted source. Today's guest, Dr. Suzanne Goh, joins us to break it down. Today, on the Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Suzanne Goh to dive deep into autism. Dr. Goh shares the factors that can lead to a diagnosis of autism, how it is diagnosed, and what the research shows about brain changes in individuals diagnosed with autism. She also shares the top lifestyle factors, including diet and exercise, that support overall health and brain health after diagnosis, as well as the top myths. Additionally, she shares the research on environmental toxins' role in leading to a diagnosis and the protocol she follows in her clinic to support families. Dr. Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. She is the former Co-Director of Columbia University's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain, where she researched the biological causes of autism and used brain imaging to identify patterns of neural circuitry and brain chemistry. Dr. Goh is currently a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and is a frequent speaker for parent advocacy organizations.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Goh dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version): What factors can lead to an autism diagnosis (0:00:07 / 0:00:07) Is the rise in autism cases related to increased awareness or an increase in actual cases (3:40 / 3:40) Diagnosing autism and brain changes in children (13:11 / 7:52) Reducing the risk of an autism diagnosis and what the research shows (17:00 / 13:05) The role of mitochondrial dysfunction (24:30 / 20:36) What traditional practitioners believe about autism (31:00 25:15) Top myths about an autism diagnosis (37:00 / 31:00) The process and protocol that Dr. Goh's clinic follows (39:00 / 33:00) The impact of a whole foods diet on behavior (45:00 / 39:15) The powerful benefits of exercise and supplements for children with autism (52:00 / 46:16) Lifestyle factors and improving how the diagnosis is expressed (59:00 / 53:00) Dr. Goh's patient stories (1:02:00 / 55:00) Co-occurring conditions that are common with autism (1:08:00 / 1:01:20) What role can medications play in the toolbox (1:13:00 / 1:07:00) The impact of environmental toxins (1:22:00 / 1:16:40) Final Thoughts (1:31:00/ 1:25:00) Also mentioned in this episode: Dr. Goh's new book, Magnificent Minds  To learn more about Dr. Goh, follow her on Instagram or her website.  Optimize your Omega-3 levels by choosing a quality fish oil made by and used by the best. Go to livemomentous.com and enter promo code DHRU to get 20% off any order.  Lumebox is offering my community $260 off their FDA-approved portable Red Light device! That's over 40% off! Go to thelumebox.com/dhru and get your Red Light device.  AirDoctor is offering my community $300 off. Just go to dhrupurohit.com/filter/ to clean up your home's air and feel better today.

Welcome to Episode 197 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest is Vicki Kobliner, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap.Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies,  Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders.She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children.  She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.Vicki makes the case for preconception planning and prenatal nutrition in reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children. We also discuss the importance of nutrition for children and share practical tips for improving their diet. Parents CAN make positive changes and take action to improve their children's nutrition.The secret this week is…Stack The Deck For A HEALTHY ChildYou'll Discover:The Continuum To Improve Quality (7:32)Reasons To Rethink Snacks (9:35)Reasons To Go PLANT FORWARD (11:40)What's MTHFR And What Can You Do About It (15:04)The Importance of the Microbiome (17:44)C-Section Do's & Don'ts (19:43)Why Defending Against Toxins Is Critical (22:03)Something NOT To Lose Sight Of (28:43)Where Some Of The Most Important Clues Can Be Found (38:37)About Our Guest:Vicki Kobliner, MS RDN CD-N, is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap.  Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk, and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies,  Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders. She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children.  She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.www.holcarenutrition.comwww.facebook.com/vkoblinerwww.instagram.com/holcarenutritionReferences in The Episode:Healthy Baby RoadmapFood Rules by Michael PollanEWG Dirty DozenEWG Clean 15EWG Skin DeepAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 195 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Joining us this week is Dr. Ari Calhoun, owner of Wholesome Brain Medicine, a functional medicine practice focused on optimizing neurodevelopment and emotional regulation from the womb onwards. As an adjunct faculty member at the Medical Academy of Pediatrics, she's a passionate speaker and educator on the importance of a biomedical approach to neurodevelopment disorders.She is particularly passionate about prevention through perinatal and early development optimization. She co-founded the Vaccine Empowerment Program, which helps support parents in making difficult vaccine decisions.Dr. Calhoun is also a founding supplement formulator and part of the clinical research team at Needed, where she helps to ensure nutritional support during pregnancy and postpartum to support both mom and baby, thereby optimizing neurodevelopment outcomes for our future generation. This episode sheds light on an important but little-understood concept called “immune activation”.Immune activation plays a significant role in brain development and can increase the risk of autism.The secret this week is…Brain on Fire Starts In UteroYou'll Discover:What is a Dysfunctional Immune System? (7:03)Why Synaptic Pruning Matters (9:44)The Importance of Immune Activation In Utero (13:49)Some Key Herbs and Nutrients That Modulate The Immune System (18:37)The Relationship Between Maternal Immune Activation and Autism (24:42)The Role Autoimmunity Plays (33:51)Ways To Address The Obstacles in The Way (40:31)About Our Guest:Dr. Ari Calhoun is the owner of Wholesome Brain Medicine, a functional medicine practice and consulting team focused on optimizing neurodevelopment and emotional regulation from the womb onwards. As an adjunct faculty member at the Medical Academy of Pediatrics, she is a passionate speaker and educator on the importance of a biomedical approach to neurodevelopment disorders. Within the world of neurodevelopment, she is particularly passionate about prevention through perinatal and early development optimization. While recognizing the intricate link between the immune system and neurodevelopment, she has co-founded the Vaccine Empowerment Program, which helps support parents in making difficult vaccine decisions.Dr. Calhoun is also a founding supplement formulator and part of the clinical research team at Needed, where she helps to ensure nutritional support during pregnancy and postpartum and goes beyond the essentials to comprehensively support both mom and baby, thereby optimizing neurodevelopment outcomes for our future generation. https://wholesomebrainmedicine.com/about/dr-ari-calhoun/References in The Episode:Whole Brain MedicineThe Vaccine Empowerment ProgramAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant that holds a masters degree in medical nutrition. She is a globally respected nutrition expert, published researcher, award-winning author, and inspirational educator. Her guidance is backed by over twenty years of clinical experience and scientific research with complex neurological and physiological needs; particularly autism. She has lectured in more than 60 cities across three continents, been on television, radio, newspaper, blogs/podcasts and more, and published scientifically referenced articles in journals and websites. Julie's been featured by Price-Pottenger, honored by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, sits on two scientific advisory boards including the Autism Nutrition Research Center. Julie is co-author of “gold standard” scientific research published in the journal Nutrients, demonstrating the efficacy of diet and nutrition intervention for autism spectrum disorder and a study on “The Effectiveness of 13 Therapeutic Diets for Autism” published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine. Julie is a dynamic speaker that's educated professionals at trainings for Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Autism Research Institute/DAN!, Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and the MINDD International Forum in Australia. During her early nutrition studies in 2001, Julie discovered that food and nutrition influenced the disorder of autism. She committed to investigate the connections and to explain them to parents and clinicians that can make a difference helping children recover. Her final research paper at Bauman College became the basis for her award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism, which won the gold metal in 2009 for “Most Progressive Health Book.” It explains WHY food and nutrition affects the varied systems and biochemical pathways routinely occurring in autism and HOW to strategically apply a specialized diet to help children heal. After many years in practice, it became evident to Julie that the dietary approaches that helped the most difficult clients, were useful in healing most chronic conditions. And because autism is one of the most complex disorders (with underlying immune/autoimmune, digestive, neurological, and metabolic dysfunction issues), it provides a unique perspective on chronic disease that helps Julie teach others to see hidden connections between symptoms, circumstances, and effective healing dietary strategies for a wide variety of complex conditions. She founded Nourishing Hope in 2005 to stand for the efficacy of improved diet and nutrition for autism, and the BioIndividual Nutrition Institute in 2014 to share the synthesis of her knowledge with cutting edge clinicians to help improve their effectiveness with therapeutic diets. Julie has concurrently been focused on Nutrition for Healthy Pregnancy and Baby, putting all of her research, knowledge, and experience into teaching prevention/promoting health. She's created a program and website at NutritionForPregnancy.com. After twenty total years of dedication, Julie's global Nourishing Hope Community comprises families in over 146 nations, and BioIndividual Nutrition Practitioners in 48 nations.

Welcome to Episode 189 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest this week is Dr. James Neuenschwander (Dr. Neu), President of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).  MAPS is a group of professionals who offer a Comprehensive Education & Fellowship to Medical Professionals for the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and related chronic complex conditions.They empower practitioners with a learning platform that centers on an integrative/functional approach to the care of children.MAPS helps practitioners understand the foundations of health: metabolism/mitochondrial function, immune function, the gut microbiome and function, neurology, nutrition/diet, and environmental toxicity. MAPS provides these practitioners with practical tools to address issues with these systems.MAPS is all about equipping the practitioner to better meet the needs of your unique child.The secret this week is…Choose Willing AND ABLE PractitionersYou'll Discover:The History of MAPS (4:15)What It Means To Be A MAPS Fellow (7:40)Why There Is No STANDARD Protocol (10:10)How To Gauge Whether Your Doctor Is A Fit (13:30)How To Help Your Doctor Expand Their Knowledge And Their Toolbox (18:00)A Big Mistake To Avoid (19:25)The Qualities To Look For In A Practitioner (23:25)A Pressing Need That Is NOT Being Met (32:45)A Big Word Of Caution (37:45)The Case For Gluten-Free and Why It's NOT For Everyone (41:00)Why Autism Is A Moving Target (45:15)About Our Guest:James Neuenschwander, M.D., FMAPS, aka Dr. Neu, is a physician dually board certified in Emergency and Integrative medicine. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan with both a bachelor's degree in cellular and molecular biology as well as a medical degree. For over 30 years, he has cared for chronically ill children and adults using the philosophy of “healing illness at its source.”  Since 2007, he has incorporated the care of children on the autism spectrum to his practice.  He continues to apply the latest science to the care of his patients. Dr. Neu is a member of multiple professional societies and is president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), a group dedicated to integrative pediatrics, where he is responsible for the content of their conferences.  He has spoken nationally and internationally on the topics of the bio-medical treatment of autism, the gut-brain-immune connection, identifying and managing mold and environmentally toxic patients, and the management of chronic immune activation syndromes like chronic Lyme, long COVID, and vaccine injuries.  He also recognizes the importance of bodily autonomy and speaks out and testifies against mandated medical procedures.https://www.bioenergymedicalcenter.com/provider/james-neuenschwander-mdReferences in The Episode:MedMaps.orgPubmed.comBio Energy Medica CenterMAPS SPRING CONFERENCE - March 14th - 16th, 2024Autism Parenting Secrets Episode 143 - Ensure Your Doctor Meets Your Child's Needs with Honey Rinicella, Executive Director of MAPSAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 187 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Today we are focusing on what a parent like you can do about FLARES.These are sudden onsets of symptoms with your child.Our guest is Dr. Lindsey Wells.  She is a naturopathic physician located in Wilton, Connecticut. She focuses her practice on pediatric integrative care for PANS/PANDAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tickborne Diseases, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. She is the Past President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association and is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She frequently lectures on PANS/PANDAS and ASD to both professional and parent organizations and is the author of the children's book Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. The secret this week is These Factors Fuel FLARESYou'll Discover:What Exactly is PANS/PANDAS (5:51)How To Spot FLARES (8:34)A Surprising Major Cause of Brain Inflammation (14:31)How Antimicrobial Herbals Help (22:29)The Impact of Seasonal Allergies (30:00)About Our GuestDr. Lindsey Wells is a naturopathic physician located in Wilton, Connecticut. She focuses her practice on pediatric integrative care for PANS/PANDAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Tickborne Diseases, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Also, she cares for the parents of her pediatric patients, which allows for a comprehensive model of care for the whole family. She is the immediate Past President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association (CNPA) and is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She frequently lectures on PANS/PANDAS and ASD to both professional and parent organizations and is the author of the children's book Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. Also, she is the creator of the Well-Minded Mommas Club, a community for mothers of children with complex medical illnesses.https://lindseywellsnd.com/References in The Episode:https://aspire.care/Additional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

Dr. Myriah Hinchey is a naturopathic physician who specializes in the treatment of tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease. Her focused practice and dedication to this specific area of medicine has allowed her to develop deep knowledge and understanding of the complexities surrounding chronic Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Dr. Hinchey has treated thousands of patients with chronic tick-borne disease and has encountered a wide range of presentations and challenges associated with these conditions. Her clinical experience, combined with ongoing research and study, as well as overcoming her own battle with chronic tick-borne disease contributes to her authority in this field.Furthermore, Dr. Hinchey has stayed up-to-date with the latest research, treatment protocols, and emerging therapies (allopathic/ prescription and natural/ herbal) related to chronic Lyme disease. She has collaborated with other experts in the field and attends several conferences and professional events each year to expand her knowledge and refine her approach to patient care as well as educate other medical professionals on her unique approach to healing tick-borne disease, using herbal and lifestyle medicine. She is a member of and frequent speaker at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and a member of and frequent lecturer at the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).Topics covered in this episode:Functional Medicine Micronutrient Food Sensitivity Detoxification Biofilms Galectin 3 Lyme DiseaseBiofilms on Immune System SurveillanceHerxheimer Reaction Inflammatory CascadePectin (Pactosol)Immune System Dysregulation To learn more about Dr. Myriah Hinchey and her work, head over to https://econugenics.com/collections/pectasol__________________________________________________________This podcast is brought to you by ecoNugenics. You'll hear us discuss both PectaSol Modified Citrus Pectin and GlyphoDetox — some powerful natural support for today's most critical areas of health. We've partnered with ecoNugenics to offer you 20% off PectaSol Modified Citrus Pectin and GlyphoDetox with code LINDSEY15, learn more here: https://econugenics.link/lindseyelmore.__________________________________________________________We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.lindseyelmore.com/podcast.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5952903/advertisement

Amy Derksen, ND is a former competitive athlete and Naturopathic Physician with a full scope of practice in Washington State since 2003. She did her undergraduate studies in biochemistry and her medical post-graduate training with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD for over 2 years. She specializes in working with both Autism and chronically ill patients, including Lyme disease. Dr. Derksen has been involved in teaching various topics with Dr. Klinghardt since 2004, and has also been a speaker at Autism One, LIA, Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine, American Academy of Restorative Medicine, TFIM and Hope to Heal Lyme conferences. She is one of the first Naturopathic Physicians to become a Fellow with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, working to broaden her skills for working with autism. She has additional training in PANS/PANDAS, ILADS, mold illness, genetics/methylation, LDA/LDI allergy treatments, peptide therapies for recovery and BHRT. As someone who struggles with an autoimmune disease and recovery from significant post-COVID reactions in 2021 extending to now, she can relate with the frustrations when your body no longer feels like something you have control over. Her typical patients tend to be those who have already seen several doctors and specialists, and who have relatively “normal” labs that don't match with the symptoms they are experiencing. She incorporates a system of testing called Autonomic Response Testing in addition to labs and history to help navigate what can feel like a complicated puzzle of why you aren't getting well.   Resources: Articles and and Web Links  www.holistichealingarts.org https://adventuresinbraininjury.com/bite-guard/ Supplements: Brain fog, fatigue, weakness Acetyl L-carnitine -  Loading dose: 2-3g/day for 1-2 weeks CoQ10 - fatigue 400-800/day Alpha-lipoic acid - fatigue Weakness, tingling, fatigue B1 (Benfotiamine) - Mitochondria 200 mg 2x/day B2 - Riboflavin-5-Phosphate  35mg/day Adrenal cortex - Klaire Labs  250mg/day Vaccine protection   Vitamin A (as retinol) -  Loading dose  100,000 IU 2x day for 3 days (If not pregnant) Vitamin D3  50,000 IU 2x day for 3 days Other Cl mouth wash Baikal Skullcap  Cryptolepis  Artemisia  Sterol 117  Humacel  Xlear  Enovid  Pocket diffuser  Thymogen Alpha 1  TB4-Frag  BPC 157  Famotidine (pepsid) - H2 histamine blocker Histaquel  KPV

Join us on Integrative Lyme Solutions as we delve into the world of naturopathic medicine and the healing journey rooted in nature with our distinguished guest, Dr. Myriah Hinchey. Dr. Hinchey, a licensed naturopathic physician and Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), shares her extensive knowledge and passion for integrative treatments in the realm of tick-borne diseases (TBD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), toxicity, and immune dysfunction. In this enlightening episode, you'll discover Dr. Hinchey's unique approach to addressing complex medical conditions, both in adults and pediatric populations. Her journey, from her studies under renowned functional medicine pediatrician Dr. Nancy O'Hara to her own diagnosis of tick-borne illnesses, has led to innovative treatment protocols rooted in herbal approaches. Collaborating with Master Herbalist Stephen Buhner, Dr. Hinchey has developed cutting-edge products and therapies that she employs to heal her patients. Dr. Myriah Hinchey's expertise doesn't stop at clinical practice; she's also a sought-after speaker at prestigious medical conferences, actively contributing to the medical community's understanding of Lyme disease and co-infections. Additionally, Dr. Hinchey's visionary leadership has given rise to LymeCore Botanicals™, an herbal medicine company focused on tick-borne diseases. She also founded LymeBytes!™, a multimedia platform for educating healthcare providers and the general public on effective Lyme diagnosis and treatment. For more information about Dr. Hinchey and the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the following links: TAO: Center for Vitality (Practice): www.taovitality.com LymeCore Botanicals™ (Herbal Medicine): www.LymeCore.com LymeBytes!™ (Conference and Education): www.LymeBytes.com You can also connect with Dr. Myriah Hinchey on Twitter: @drmyriahhinchey. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a leading expert in the field. Join us for an engaging discussion with Dr. Hinchey on her journey and the innovative approaches to healing Lyme disease naturally. _______________________________The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor at The Karlfeldt Center, call 208-338-8902 or email info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.comCheck out Dr. K's Ebook: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lymeUse the code LYMEPODCAST for a 100% off discount!

I'm delighted to be back with for episode 93 of Season Six of The One Thing podcast. This episode comes at an opportune time as many individuals are grappling with shifts in their mental well-being due to seasonal changes, alterations in weather, and fluctuations in the natural environment. There my be worsening ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, or PANS/PANDAS fluctuations especially with viral/flu season upon us. These changes can often spark curiosity about the reasons behind these fluctuations. What does the immune system have to do on with mental health and behavior?When considering the crucial link between the immune system and mental health, I couldn't think of a more suitable guest than Dr. Emily Gutierrez, whom I had the pleasure of meeting through IntelxxDNA. Her expertise lies in comprehending the intersection of nutrition, the immune system, and mental health. Specifically, she focuses on how genetics and nutrition influence cognitive functions in individuals with conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism, and pans/ pandas, and more. Her profound knowledge in these areas is evident throughout this episode as she provides a well-structured framework for understanding the interplay between mental health and the immune system, exploring various factors driving immune responses.Notably, neurotransmitters like glutamate play a pivotal role in the realm of mental health, a topic we delve deeply into during our discussion. We touch upon which genetic elements contribute to immune system activation, as well as the environmental triggers that impact both the immune system and mental well-being.About: DR. EMILY GUTIERREZ, DNP, CPNP, APRN, PMHS, IFM-CPDr. Gutierrez is a doctor of nursing practice and pediatric nurse practitioner that has been providing pediatric functional medicine care to patients for over a decade. She received her doctorate from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, and her masters degree as a pediatric nurse practitioner at the University of Texas in Austin, TX. Dr. Gutierrez is board certified in functional medicine by the Institute of Functional Medicine in addition to dual board certifications by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board as both a pediatric nurse practitioner and a primary care mental health specialist. Dr. Gutierrez is adjunct faculty at Johns Hopkins University and a fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She has a busy pediatric functional medicine practice in Austin, Texas, and also is a founder of Neuro Nutrients, a nutraceutical company that provides custom formulations for supporting mental health needs naturally.Socials: Website: Instagram See below for resources mentioned in the episode: ⁠Glutamate Support- Calming Support⁠⁠ Glutamate Support- NAC 800mg⁠ ⁠Serotonin Support- Mood Support⁠⁠ Haroon, E., Miller, A. & Sanacora, G. Inflammation, Glutamate, and Glia: A Trio of Trouble in Mood Disorders. Neuropsychopharmacol 42, 193–215 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1038/npp.2016.19⁠9 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/support

In this episode of "The Lyme Boss Chronicles," join your host Dr. Myriah Hinchey as she delves into the critical aspects of Lyme disease that everyone should know. Dr. Hinchey is a renowned Connecticut-licensed naturopathic physician and a leading voice in the field of tick-borne disease treatment. With over 17 years of experience, she has been a guiding light for numerous patients struggling with chronic tick-borne illnesses. Additionally, she is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), further showcasing her dedication to holistic healthcare. Top 3 Crucial Lyme Insights: Dr. Hinchey breaks down the most important aspects of Lyme disease, shedding light on what everyone should be aware of. From the intricacies of Lyme's symptoms to the challenges of diagnosis, she provides listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the disease's nuances. The Power of Herbal Healing: Dr. Hinchey's Top 5 Lyme Herbs: Discover the herbal allies that Dr. Hinchey relies on when treating Lyme patients. With her expertise, she reveals her top 5 herbs and explains how they contribute to holistic healing. Her insights offer an alternative perspective on Lyme treatment that listeners won't want to miss. Searching for the Underlying Cause: Dr. Hinchey emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the surface and finding the underlying causes of health issues. She explains how addressing these root causes can lead to more effective and lasting healing, especially in the context of Lyme disease. Lyme Bytes Conference Invitation: Join Dr. Myriah Hinchey and other esteemed Lyme Literate Practitioners at the second annual Lyme Bytes conference. This event aims to raise awareness about Lyme disease and provide a platform for sharing invaluable knowledge. The conference will be held on November 10th and 11th at the Hilton Mystic, 20 Coogan Blvd, Mystic CT 06355. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from experts and connect with fellow Lyme warriors. Register at www.lymediseaseconference.com. Closing Thoughts: Dr. Hinchey concludes the episode with a powerful reminder of the resilience of Lyme patients and the importance of continued awareness and education about this debilitating disease. Remember to follow us on social media, and like, subscribe, and share this episode. #LymeBossPodcast #thelymebosspodcast #TLBpodcast #myriahhinchey #LymeBytessymposium #lymebytesconfernece #lymeconference #LymeWisdom #LymeBytesConference#ChronicLyme #NaturopathicCare #TickTalk #LymeWarriors #HolisticHealing   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lymebossheathergray/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lymebossheathergray/support

We're going to talk about 3 things in this episode that are easily misdiagnosed and when they are diagnosed, typical treatment options aren't very promising. I am quite sure that everyone listening knows someone affected by one of these diagnoses and I'm hoping that you will listen with that person in mind and share this episode with them.  Because there is indeed hope for Lyme Disease, Autism Spectrum Disorder and PANS/PANDAS.  Dr. Lindsey Wells is a Naturopathic Doctor from Connecticut that actually specializes in treating patients that have these struggles and has seen amazing, positive outcomes in her patients.  She truly believes that treating children and their families with naturopathic medicine leads to healthier individuals and stronger family units. Dr. Wells is the President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association (CNPA) and a Fellow with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She's also written an awesome children's book:  Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. Our son was diagnosed with Lyme Disease at 12 years old and we have fought for his healing, so I know the value of what Dr. Wells is doing and the hope that is truly possible.  Can't wait for you to hear her stories! Resources mentioned in the podcast:  https://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/ for finding chemicals of concern and checking your own household items for safety ratings! Susan Swedo's work on PANS/PANDAS And again - Dr. Lindsey's book! -   Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. My free Non-Toxic Cookware Guide! - here! Connect with Dr. Lindsey Wells, ND:  Website/Contact Instagram Make sure you follow her and look for her new course coming soon! Connect with the Daily Wellness Community  website: dailywellnesscommunity.com IG: @dailywellnesscommunity Facebook: Daily Wellness Community Leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts Some products I mention may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of my links. Our family greatly appreciates your support, it helps us keep creating the free resources we make for you all! DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

This episode focuses on one of the most important decisions a parent makes: Deciding WHO is the right doctor/practitioner for YOUR child.  You increase your odds of finding the right person when you better understand all available options.  Our guest this week is Honey Rinicella, Executive Director of The Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).MAPS is an organization of medical professionals dedicated to delivering the best possible care to children with ASD and other special needs conditions.The Secret This Week is…Ensure Your Doctor Meets Your CHILD'S Needs You'll Discover:Why MAPS Is So Unique and Helpful (4:54)How The Right Practitioner With The Right Tools Helps Your Child More (9:20)A “Must See” Movie (16:45)How To Start Working With A MAPS Practitioner (26:40)The Practitioners You Want And The Ones To Avoid (37:54)About Our Guest:Honey Rinicella is the Executive Director of The Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs, and mother of incredible 22-year-old twins with Autism who have significant health issues.  She has devoted her life to building and strengthening the special needs community. Honey has spent the last few years educating both families and practitioners on the latest modalities to improve the lives of all individuals living with special needs. Honey lives in Pennsylvania with her husband of 25 years, twins Victor and Vincent, and their two loving dogs. Her firstborn daughter is currently pursuing her Doctorate of OT, as she clearly shares in her mother's passion to serve and support the special needs community.References in The Episode:The Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs https://www.medmaps.org/SPELLERS the MovieAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

In this episode I am speaking with Honey Rinicella, an executive director of Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (M.A.P.S.). MAPS Conference features BIG names in the Pediatric special needs field. Speakers present the latest and greatest research and share their clinical experience and protocols. In this episode we discuss the specific concern of rising cases of Lyme disease in special needs children population. Honey Rinicella is a mother of 22-year old twins, who were diagnosed with autism and she is heavily involved in Special Needs community since day one of their diagnosis. https://www.medmaps.org/fall2022/ Instagram @medmapsofficial

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-digestion-cheat-sheet

Episode 3 of the pLAWdcast features guest Nicole Anzuoni, Ultimate Medical Academy's Executive VP, Corporate Secretary, Chief Legal & Chief People Officer. Nicole talks with Michael about organizational culture, strategic leadership and the power of inspiring people teams as a driving factor of UMA's success.

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-primitive-reflexes-cheat-sheet Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

This episode is a conversation about our visit to Bryce's new autism doctor. This type of doctor is also referred to as a MAPS doctor (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs), a DAN doctor (Defeat Autism Now), or a Functional Medicine doctor. Our first autism doctor experience helped us achieve our goals for Bryce. After a difference of opinion for the next steps and a bit of a plateua/regression, we felt led to make a change with a fresh perspective as we move into the future. It was a great decision! We are thrilled to see Bryce progressing again with some changes that we were advised to make with his supplements. Bryce had his first experience with a hyperbaric chamber. The autism doctor visits have definitely been "information overload" but each of them have been  well worth the investment due to the positive results we have seen with Bryce. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now eight years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!If you are enjoying the show, please take a quick moment to give us a rating and review to help other families find our podcast, too. We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: parentingautism@att.net.Our website is: www.ParentingAutismShow.comMolly Whiskers and the Blue TentacleA hilarious, big-hearted comedy caper for kids of all ages.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-medical-history-and-therapy-tracking-tool Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

*Announcement: Episodes will now be released on the first Monday of every month.  Fascinated with human biology and performance, Dr Sonners is always working to integrate new knowledge and practical experience. In addition to his Doctor of Chiropractic, he earned his Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and his Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK).  He is currently enrolled at the University of Miami School of Medicine earning his PhD in molecular biology with a concentration in regenerative medicine. Dr. Sonners Published an Amazon best selling book in 2020, “Oxygen Under Pressure” describing the science and the benefits of using hyperbarics for a variety of indications, longevity and performance enhancements. He is also on the board and faculty of the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA), the International Board of Undersea Medicine (IBUM), the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MedMaps) and the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG) lecturing at functional medicine conferences all over the country and certifying doctors and technicians in hyperbaric medicine. Dr. Sonners and his wife, Dr. Melissa Sonners, are co-owners of Core Therapies Family Wellness Center a multidisciplinary clinic in Northern New Jersey.  They are also the owners of two Hyperbaric clinics: NJ HBOT, PA HBOT As well as HBOT USA a business designed to help other practitioners obtain hyperbaric equipment, provide education, develop their business protocols,  and earn their HBOT certification. Connect with Dr. Sonners: HBOTUSA.com NewJerseyhbot.com HBOTPA.com   Have questions? Connect with Dr. Aaron Tressler: drtressler@gmail.com www.in8life.com Facebook & Instagram: @in8life   Please leave a 5-star review if you enjoyed this episode to help us reach more people looking to improve their health, naturally! And don't forget to share! (:

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Shownotes & Transcript can be found here: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-protocol-therapy-review-worksheet

The way we work together has changed in profound ways over the past two-plus years. Making the most of this moment means more than simply “getting back to the office.” On the Building Better Managers podcast, we're always excited to spotlight strategies, tools, and tips that organizations and leaders can model to create positive and healthy work environments. In this episode, we're joined by Nicole Anzuoni and Crystal Lauderdale of the Ultimate Medical Academy, to discuss how they've worked to foster unity, energy, and excitement, and engage its 1,800-plus member geographically-dispersed team. Nicole and Crystal share concrete strategies, ideas, and takeaways from programs focused on an array of areas including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, promoting cultural continuity, mental wellness, and manager coaching and support. Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! For transcripts and other available downloads, please visit the BetterManager website. https://www.bettermanager.us/podcast © 2022 BetterManager

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-biomedical-and-therapy-protocol-tracker Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

Fascinated with human biology and performance, Dr. Sonners is always working to integrate new knowledge and practical experience. In addition to his Doctor of Chiropractic, he earned his Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and his Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK). He is currently earning his PhD in molecular biology with a concentration in regenerative medicine at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Sonners published an Amazon best-selling book in 2020, Oxygen Under Pressure, describing the science and benefits of using hyperbarics for a variety of indications, longevity and performance enhancements. He is also on the Board and Faculty of the International Hyperbarics Association (IHA), the International Board of Undersea Medicine (IBUM), the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MedMaps) and the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG). A popular speaker at functional medicine conferences all over the country, Dr. Sonners also teaches the first and only HBOT certification course designed specifically for functional medicine doctors and HBOT technicians. Those who successfully complete the IHA-approved course are awarded Certified Hyperbaric Practitioner status by the IBUM which has been certifying practitioners, operators and clinics for more than 25 years. Dr. Sonners and his wife, Dr. Melissa Sonners, are co-owners of Core Therapies Family Wellness Center, a multidisciplinary clinic in Northern New Jersey. They also own two hyperbaric clinics—NJ HBOT and PA HBOT—as well as HBOT USA, a business designed to help other practitioners obtain hyperbaric equipment and education, develop their business protocols, and earn HBOT certification. CONTACT DR. SONNERS: drjasonsonners@hbotusa.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/normalizetheconversation/support

In this episode I am discussing with Dr. Jason Sonners, DC how to get the full benefit from Oxygen that floods our bodies during Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session. Dr. Jason shares his latest research and findings on benefits of the increased Pressure and Oxygen, as well as his thoughts on other mechanisms that might be responsible for the beneficial effects of Hyperbarics. Is it Oxygen? Or is it Pressure? Which one is more important? or is it Nitrogen? You will find answers to these questions after listening to this episode. Dr. Sonners has been on "Hyperbaric Living with Dr. Masha" show before, you can listen to the previous episode here. Dr. Sonners is author of the Amazon best-selling book, “Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Health Care,” he is a faculty member at Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Hyperbaric Association and International Board of Undersea Medicine. Together with his wife, Dr. Melissa Sonners, he owns a company HBOT USA that provides education and certification to other practitioners, and helps them obtain hyperbaric equipment. Dr. Sonners can be found at www.hbotusa.com, www.coretherapies.net, and on Instagram @hbotusa There are only 2 places left for a FREE Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha. Book now

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-food-mood-sleep-poop-journal

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-yearly-protocol-planner Get the free Toolkit here: https://mychildwillthrive.mykajabi.com/my-child-free-tool-kit My Child Will Thrive: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/ My Child Will Thrive Village Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MCWTvillage

Dr. Jason Sonners discusses the health benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.   He is a leading authority on the use of HBOT.  As the clinical director of New Jersey HBOT and HBOT USA, Dr. Sonners utilizes HBOT for many of his chronic patients including children with autism. HBOT USA rents and sells chambers for use in homes as well as in the offices of doctors who want to build hyperbaric therapy clinics.Dr. Sonners is on the faculties of Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MedMAPS) and the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA) educating other doctors on alternative and complimentary treatment methods. He also guest lectures at functional medicine conferences on the use of nutrition, fasting, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen in helping treat the chronic illnesses plaguing our country.He also authored the book: Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Health CareYou can find out more about him at www.drsonners.com or more about hyperbarics at www.hbotusa.com

Jason and Melissa Sonners are chiropractors and owners of HBOT USA (that's Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy USA). Their combined training as chiropractors includes: board certified pediatric and prenatal/post partum chiropractic, Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK). They are raising three amazing kiddos and are committed to living their best lives by treating their bodies with respect. They insist on pushing their bodies and their minds hard, fueling them with mostly excellent things, creating the time for and making the investment in things that keep them healthy and make them even healthier as their bodies age and change. Together, Drs. Jason and Melissa Sonners own Core Therapies, an integrated wellness center with ten chiropractors, massage, acupuncture, sauna, laser and more as well as HBOT USA. They sit on a variety of boards and faculty including the International Hyperbarics Association, The Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs, The Age Management Medicine Group. Dr. Jason Sonners is also currently enrolled at the University of Miami School of Medicine pursuing a PhD in molecular biology with a focus in molecular biology. Runga Retreat [00:01:30] Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy [00:04:48] Using Hyperbaric As More Than A Last Resort [00:10:00] Summary Of The Hyperbaric Experience [00:11:48] Is All That Oxygen Leading To Downstream Consequences? [00:16:13] Bodies Adapt And Upregulate [00:19:50] HBOT For Postpartum [00:21:55] HBOT For Endometriosis, Pelvic Pain, Balancing Hormones, And Infertility [00:24:00] The Sonners Start With HBOT [00:26:46] Passive Process Of HBOT [00:30:24] Melissa's Birth Stories [00:34:55] Intervention City And Cognitive Dissonance Towards The Process Of Birth [00:39:33] Homebirth [00:42:40] Links from the Show: HBOT Website Dr.Jason's Email Address (email him for a free copy of his book!) Dr. Jason's book Instagram Runga Retreat Use code BELOVED at checkout for 10% off of EMF blocking technologies at WaveBlock SUPPORT THE SHOW! Full show notes available at www.BelovedHolistics.com Music by: Labrinth, Chancha Via Circuito, and Joaquín Cornejo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theholisticobgyn/message

In this episode Dr. Jason Sonners, DC, explains how Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can help recover from an injury. It is a must-listen to if you want to understand the mechanism behind tissue healing with pressure + oxygen = HBOT. Learn about different pressures that can be used and how many sessions are typically needed for injury recovery. Dr. Sonners expertise comes both from clinical experience and from extensive research work. His area of research is in the field of regenerative medicine and in this episode he discusses the role of HBOT in anti-aging and performance optimisation. Dr. Sonners is the author of Amazon best selling book, “Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Health Care” describing the science and the benefits of using hyperbarics for a variety of indications, longevity and performance enhancements. A BOOK GIVEAWAY!!!! To get a free copy of Jason's book “Oxygen Under Pressure”, please send an e-mail to support@hbotusa.com. Please mention your name, your address and Hyperbaric Living podcast. Dr. Sonners is on the board and faculty of the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA), the International Board of Undersea Medicine (IBUM), the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MedMaps) and the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG) lecturing at functional medicine conferences all over the country and certifying doctors and technicians in hyperbaric medicine. Together with his wife, Dr. Melissa Sonners, DC, they own HBOT USA, a business designed to help other practitioners obtain hyperbaric equipment, provide education, develop their business protocols, and earn their HBOT certification. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute a medical advice. The information presented is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We recommend you seek the advice of a licensed healthcare practitioner before beginning any natural, complimentary, or conventional treatment. #drs_sonners #hbotusa #hyperbaricoxygentherapy #oxygenunderpressure #iha_usa #hyperbaricchamber #hyperbaric_living #hbot #mhbot #antiaging #injuryrecovery

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/why-do-i-need-a-food-journal/ ‎ Get your Food Mood Sleep and Poop Journal here: http://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit Join us for the next workshop here: http://www.mychildwillthrive.com/workshop My Child Will Thrive: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/ My Child Will Thrive Village Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MCWTvillage

Low-dose immunotherapy (LDI) represents a breakthrough in the treatment of allergies, autoimmunity, and chronic infections. In today's episode, Seth interviews Jana Roso about how LDI helps restore immune tolerance and decreases the need for allergy shots and steroids in patients with immune-mediated conditions. Jana Roso is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner who has been trained through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She is also a member of the Institute of Functional Medicine. She obtained her baccalaureate degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and later obtained her master's degree in nursing with a pediatric nurse practitioner focus.  In this episode, Seth and Jana discuss: What is Low-Dose Immunotherapy (LDI)? How Jana uses this therapy with her pediatric patients How LDI differs from allergy shots or drops The benefits of restoring natural tolerance instead of pharmaceutical drugs How LDI helps patients with autoimmunity, food sensitivities, eczema, and Lyme What are the risks and benefits of LDI? A real-life patient case study Jana's health tip: Get outside and get some fresh air!  More About Jana Roso Jana Rosso, MSN, APRN, CPNP, is the founder of Neuronutrition Associates in Austin, Texas. A is also the co-author of the book A Parent's Roadmap to Autism: A Functional Medicine Approach.  Jana is passionate about providing holistic healthcare to children with chronic illness through an integrative and functional medicine approach. She specializes in helping children on the autism spectrum and those who have been diagnosed with PANS or PANDAS. You can find out more about Jana and her practice at www.neuronutritionassociates.com/practitioners/ Follow Jana on Facebook at Neuronutrition Associates

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Link to shownotes (includes a transcript!) https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/how-retained-primitive-reflexes-impact-your-childs-brain-development

Guest: Dr. Jason Sonners, DC As the clinical director of New Jersey HBOT and HBOT USA, Dr. Sonners utilizes HBOT for many of his chronic patients including children with autism. HBOT USA rents and sells chambers for use in homes as well as in the offices of doctors who want to build hyperbaric therapy clinics. Dr. Sonners graduated summa cum laude from New York Chiropractic College (NYCC). While attending NYCC, he also gained extensive training in Active Release Techniques, Applied Kinesiology, exercise rehabilitation, nutrition, and injury prevention. He has a B.S. in Exercise Physiology from Ithaca College and has been an exercise professional since 1997. He combines his knowledge and experience in both chiropractic and exercise to provide unique treatment protocols in order to help and heal patients regardless of their health and fitness backgrounds. Dr. Sonners is on the faculties of Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MedMAPS) and the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA) educating other doctors on alternative and complimentary treatment methods. He also guest lectures at functional medicine conferences on the use of nutrition, fasting, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen in helping treat the chronic illnesses plaguing our country. Always striving to integrate new knowledge and practical experience, Dr. Sonners has earned his Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and his Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK). He is one of only 250 professionals in the world with this distinction.

How to Protect Against COVID - Without the Social Impact   In this episode of his Full Cup Life Series of podcasts, catch Dr. Tom Moorcroft in conversation with the widely published Naturopath with three decades of experience, Dr. Darin Ingels. Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution – A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease.    In this podcast, the two healthcare experts discuss the misinformation and the false claims made with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the proliferation of misleading clickbait content on the internet. Dr. Ingels expresses concern at the amount of actual untruth that is peddled in the name of ‘studies', and how these serve to alarm people needlessly.    This podcast discusses the trajectory of the pandemic, the possibility of the virus' mutation, and the imminent second wave, as well as the modalities of preparing for this. Find out about the antigenic shift and antigenic drift in virology, and how this impacts the progression of a pandemic such as the one the world finds itself in.    The experts discuss how to protect at-risk populations while minimizing social disruptions, and also how to avoid the virus by becoming a ‘bad host' for it. Find out how to build the body's immunity and learn why protection against COVID is also effective protection against other chronic diseases and health issues. Now is the time to shore up the body's immunity, and this podcast discusses exactly how you can do this for yourself and your family.    Darin Ingels, ND, FAAEM, FMAPS is a licensed naturopathic doctor with 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology from Purdue University and his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Ingels worked as a clinical microbiologist/immunologist at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. He is a Fellow with both the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.   Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease (Avery, 2018), which covers an integrative, natural approach to the treatment and management of Lyme disease. He overcame his own 3-year battle with Lyme disease and applied the same principles to now more than 6000 Lyme and coinfection patients over the past 20 years utilizing a naturopathic approach and therapeutic lifestyle to help each person overcome their illness. Dr. Ingels has been featured on numerous podcasts, articles, and docuseries as one of the leading experts in Lyme disease.   Dr. Ingels' practice focuses on environmental medicine with special emphasis on Lyme disease and coinfections and chronic immune dysfunction. His practice is comprised of both children and adults where he uses diet, nutrients, herbs, homeopathy, and immunotherapy to help his patients achieve better health.   Check out his book The Lyme Solution https://amzn.to/2VFLale Check him out at https://dariningelsnd.com/  

Mitibella Lenguyen is a junior Carroll Medical Academy student. In this episode, we discuss how to apply for CMA and what it's like to be a CMA student. INTERVIEWER: Tristan Rappon (KDGN)

Dr. Maia Walton is the Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of the M Center for Integrative Wellness. She is a board-certified Pediatrician by The American Board of Pediatrics and an active member of the Institute for Functional Medicine and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS) and have been in practice for almost 20 years. Dr. Walton completed her internship and residency at the prestigious Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and have been practicing for over 15 years. She remained on staff at CHLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills until moving to Georgia where she is now on staff at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. After experiencing health challenges and learning differences with her own children and watching them blossom utilizing a more traditional and holistic paradigm, Dr. Walton decided to redirect her career so that she could help other families like hers. Dr. Walton specializes in ASD, ADHD, learning differences, PANS/PANDAS, and chronic conditions like autoimmune diseases. Links mentioned in this episode: http://www.themwellnesscenter.com/ (www.TheMWellnessCenter.com) https://www.facebook.com/TheMCenter (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/themcenter/ (Instagram) https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/ (EWG's Tap Water Database)

In this episode, Dr. Ingels talks about Lyme Disease, co-infections, and how they affect fatigue. Dr. Ingels is a licensed naturopathic doctor with 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology from Purdue University and his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Ingels worked as a clinical microbiologist/immunologist at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. He is a Fellow with both the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease (Avery, 2018), which covers an integrative, natural approach to the treatment and management of Lyme disease. He overcame his own 3-year battle with Lyme disease and applied the same principles to now more than 6000 Lyme and coinfection patients over the past 20 years utilizing a naturopathic approach and therapeutic lifestyle to help each person overcome their illness. Dr. Ingels has been featured on numerous podcasts, articles, and docuseries as one of the leading experts in Lyme disease. Visit Dr. Ingel's website here: https://dariningelsnd.com For more information about Dr. Evan and his programs, go to https://www.fixyourfatigue.com Prefer to watch on Youtube? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyqBhvah0nPLqgac36P_VGMRUsLnZN2uB

In this episode, you’ll learn amazing “fun nuggets” about how you can optimize your health through a new paradigm in health and wellness (oxygen therapy/ hyperbaric treatment). Our guest, Dr. Jason Sonners, will provide some great inspiration through role-modeling to fit in writing (as an educational process) even with a full schedule including running a clinical practice, running a business, and being a positive change agent in the world of health and wellness. Dr. Jason is the owner and one of the doctors at Core Therapies, an entrepreneur at HBOT USA, author of Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Healthcare, and educator extraordinaire. We have six “fun nuggets” from the episode: #1: Doctors are educators, not commanders #2: Doctors and patients can co-create outcomes for optimal compliance and wellbeing #3: Human beings, like plants, are complex systems that require adjustments of numerous variables to achieve optimal health #4: Optimal medicine focuses on performance (and physiology), not pathology #5: Optimal health requires the optimal raw materials (we talk about light, oxygen, nutrients, and hydration) #6: (Healthy) longevity is now more possible than ever before, but requires preventative and proactive measures, specifically to put out the fires of inflammation and to energize the mitochondria. About Dr. Jason Sonners Dr. Sonners can be best described as an educator, author, and doctor on a mission to help people live pain-free and full lives. As the owner and one of the doctors at Core Therapies, Dr. Sonners primarily practices functional medicine taking on complex cases including autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation, and neurologic dysfunction. He uses nutrition, detoxification, hyperbaric oxygen, and herbal therapies to improve the health and quality of life for his patients. Dr. Jason also guest lectures for various functional medicine conferences around the country talking about the use of nutrition, fasting, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen in helping the chronic illnesses plaguing our country. Dr. Sonners is on the faculty for the Medical Academy of Pediatric and Special Needs (MedMAPS) as well as the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA) educating other doctors on alternative and complementary treatment methods. He also guest lectures for various functional medicine conferences around the country talking about the use of nutrition, fasting, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen in helping the chronic illnesses plaguing our country Published works: January 2020: Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Healthcare (Amazon Bestseller). June 2019: Autism: A Functional Medicine Guidebook to Putting the Pieces Back Together. February 2018: Neuropathy: A Functional Medicine Guidebook to Complex Neurologic Disease. 2015: Wellness to the Core details Core Therapies’ principle belief system about the multifactorial approach to regaining control over and maintaining your health. Links Core Therapies Family Wellness Center New Jersey Hyperbaric Oxygen Center HBOT USA Corp Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Healthcare

I've recently become a huge fan of something called "Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy" treatment. After getting an softshell unit for my home (the ), I've been in it every day for 40-60 minutes for reading or napping, and it's become a complete game changer in my personal recovery and health protocol. You can read more in my guest's new book "", but the benefits include: Hyperoxygenation:  The delivery of 100% oxygen under pressure (1.5 to 3 ATA) within the hyperbaric chamber provides up to 20 times normal oxygen to all tissues within the body. This oxygen supersaturation is in marked contrast to breathing room air (21% oxygen at 1 ATA). Direct Pressure to Oxygen Molecules:  Inside the hyperbaric chamber, oxygen molecules are compressed and become more soluble, obeying the scientific principles of Boyle’s Universal Gas Law. This phenomenon allows oxygen to effortlessly cross cell membranes and enter all of the body’s fluid systems, including plasma, synovial, lymphatic, interstitial (between cells) and cerebrospinal fluids. Normally, only the red blood cells are capable of transporting oxygen throughout the body. Now, all body fluids combine to provide alternate transport routes for extra oxygen and cumulatively can provide up to 20 times normal O2. Bactericidal Ammunition – Aids in Killing Bacteria: Conditions created within the hyperbaric oxygen chamber are not favorable for the viability of bacteria, fungi and viruses – organisms that cannot survive in an oxygen rich environment. Extra oxygen is provided to the white blood cells (leukocytes) which become supercharged in the battle against bacteria responsible for causing infection and illness. Angiogenesis – The Formation of New Blood Vessels:  Hyperbaric Oxygen stimulates the body to grow new capillaries (angiogenesis), essentially building a new collateral circulatory system to serve injured and healthy tissues alike. The resulting neovascularization is extremely helpful for reaching tissues and organs that have restricted blood flow (ischemic areas) as well as areas of the body that are lacking or compromised in available oxygen (hypoxic areas). Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) Stimulation – A Surge of Antioxidant Capabilities:  Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) is an important enzyme found in human cells that inactivates superoxides, the most common free radicals in the body, responsible for destruction of cells. Hyperbaric Oxygen stimulates SOD production thereby helping the body to rid itself of the byproducts of inflammation and damaging free radicals. Synergy With Antibiotics: Hyperbaric Oxygen has been proven to create a synergistic effect when administered in conjunction with certain antibiotics. Synergy can be understood as two or more agents working together to produce a result not obtainable by any of the agents independently. Administration of HBOT biomechanically potentiates the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy. The capabilities of sulfanomides are increased up to ten fold when HBOT is added. Increased oxygen levels from HBOT alone also act as antibiotics by impairing bacterial metabolism. Improves Osteoblast and Osteoclast Production:  Faster regeneration of bone is derived by hyperbaric oxygen’s ability to stimulate and increase production of specialized cells (osteoblasts and osteoclasts) responsible for bone repair and formation. Increases Fibroblast and Collagen Production: These essential building blocks of connective-tissue, tendon and skin matrix (fibroblasts and collagen) provide the structural framework throughout the body and play a critical role in wound healing. Fibroblast and collagen reproduction and growth are aided by the added availability of increased oxygen provided during hyperbaric conditions. Decreases Inflammation Inflammation, one of the most common mechanisms of disease and injury, is caused by biochemical byproducts that are manufactured by the body’s natural immune response. Hyperbaric oxygen markedly decreases inflammation by stimulating the body’s own anti-inflammatory defenses. This may be the single most important function of HBOT. This podcast is all about . Jason Sonners DC, DIBAK, DCBCN is owner and Clinic Director of , , and Corp. As the owner and one of the doctors at , Dr. Sonners primarily practices functional medicine taking on complex cases including autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation and neurologic dysfunction and using treatment methods to help improve function and tap into the body’s innate ability to heal. He uses nutrition, detoxification, hyperbaric oxygen and herbal therapies to improve the health and quality of life for his patients. Dr. Sonners works with families all over the country helping them find answers to their toughest health questions. As the clinical director of and , Dr. Jason Sonners utilizes Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for many of his chronic patients and helps get Hyperbaric Oxygen both into the homes of patients in need as well into the offices of doctors who want to build hyperbaric therapy clinics. Dr. Sonners is on the faculty for the Medical Academy of Pediatric and Special Needs (MedMAPS) as well as the International Hyperbaric Association (IHA) educating other doctors on alternative and complementary treatment methods. He also guest lectures for various functional medicine conferences around the country talking about the use of nutrition, fasting, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen in helping the chronic illnesses plaguing our country. During our discussion, you'll discover: -What HBOT is, and how Jason began using it...10:22 Herniated disk and injured foot; suffered drop foot for 18 months as a result Several months of led to full recovery Jason's father had amazing improvements in his MS after HBOT Eventually implemented it in his clinic What is HBOT? Hyperbaric = increased pressure Air is 21% oxygen Add varying amounts of pressure and oxygen to create different "doses" Used traditionally in hospitals for more severe conditions: gangrene, radiation burns, diabetic neuropathy, etc. How assists w/ wound care: Trauma, infection damages micro-circulation (in the capillaries) Hyperbaric oxygen can get into areas of the body that are oxygen starved HBOT is able to bypass the red blood cells and inject oxygen into the plasma; much more expedient delivery mechanism -Various delivery mechanisms and how much oxygen one needs using HBOT...18:20 All gases move in gradient (high to low pressure) A pressurized environment causes the pressure in your body to increase The more pressure you're exposed to, and higher percentages of oxygen, the larger the gradient of pressure Oxygen concentrator increases the amount of oxygen you're breathing in (and that's pressurized in a HBOT chamber) HBOT chambers in hospitals can have 100% oxygen inside 3 types of chambers: Hospital grade (~$200k + cost of oxygen) Hard chamber ($90-100k) Home model ($15-22k) -Actual use frequency and volume of a HBOT chamber...22:42 Match the right tool to your goals Short-term benefits: Increase in oxygenation More ATP production Some immune activation Long-term benefits: Super oxide dismutase increase Body begins replicating mitochondrial content Increase in stem cells Rebuilding blood vessels Antimicrobial benefits Front load the therapy for the most efficacy in therapy (first 3-5 months), then space it out Sessions range from 60-120 minutes There is a point of diminishing returns Extra oxygen stimulates parasympathetic nervous system (increased relaxation) -The effects of HBOT on aerobic or endurance activity...35:23 Performance enhancing effects do not come from red blood cell changes Red blood cell adaptation has to do w/ hypoxia, not hyperoxia -How HBOT promotes angiogenesis when cancer cells are present...38:04 The understanding of the metabolism of cancer has changed in recent years Cancer cells don't use oxygen to make ATP Drive blood glucose levels down, oxygen levels high Starve cancer cells, while nourishing healthy cells Bottom line: Angiogenesis isn't the concern -Antioxidant mechanisms affected by HBOT...42:35 Superoxide dismutase (SODS) upregulation is stimulated by HBOT Hormesis: induce stress to the body, produce an adaptation -The effect of HBOT on bacteria growth in the microbiome...47:11 Upregulation in your own immune system: will affect neutrophils and macrophages Used on anaerobic pathogens (serious infections) Environment of high oxygen is conducive for healthy bacteria to thrive Watch out for a new BGF podcast w/ Dr. Matt Cook! -How HBOT works with bone repair and formation...51:25 It's all about cell signaling Growth factors are the signals for healing and recovery Regenerator cells Platelet derived growth factors Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) promotes angiogenesis is one of many modalities used for healing -Treatments that work well in conjunction w/ HBOT...57:07 High-dose red light right before lights Synergy between red light and oxygen Ben uses holotropic breath work The course of Dr. Nick's "Inspire" Oil Do not hold your breath while transitioning between pressure -Safety concerns w/ HBOT chambers...1:01:05 The risk is when there's 100% oxygen, not a home chamber Oxygen is not flammable, it's an accelerant Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) will be problematic in a chamber Don't do w/ ear pain The pressure you're in is equivalent to being 10 feet under water -How HBOT affects mental performance...1:06:10 Article: -HBOT vs. exercise w/ oxygen therapy (EWOT)...1:07:31 for EWOT of -And much more... 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Low dose immunotherapy (LDI) has become increasingly popular in the area of autism because it is known to reduce the inflammatory responses in the body and restore balance to the immune system. It works with the infections in the body. LDI has become recognized for  its ability to provide relief from symptoms and improving the health of people with multiple areas of disease and chronic illness such as Lyme disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and more.Originally used to offer relief from allergies, it can also be referred to as low dose allergen therapy or LDA. LDI is often used along with LDA.  Autoimmune issues can be created by the harmful toxins released by bacteria in the G.I. tract. Children with autism are well known to have an ill gut. There is a direct gut to brain connection, so if the gut has inflammation, so does the brain. The immune system can be triggered by many things such as toxins from bad bacteria, heavy metals, or undigested food particles leaking through the gut lining. These toxins and foods become sources of an allergic response that creates a cascade of inflammation throughout the body, and in the brain. LDI helps to reduce these immune responses by training the immune system to stop over-reacting, and therefore, helping to desensitize the system to acquired allergies. Please listen to the full interview with Dr. Karima Hirani on low dose immunotherapy and learn how it can help  improve the overall health of you and your child. I have interviewed Dr. Karima Hirani for my live weekly radio show on the topic of low dose immunotherapy. You can listen to it HERE. It is show #29. Further Resources Karen’s muscle testing tutorial video Herxheimer or Die off reactions  Natural Allergy Elimination here. Dr. Ty Vincent’s Youtube video explaining what LDI can treat   Free Online Autism Recovery Workshop Join my Free Autism Recovery Workshop, The 4 Stages to Naturally Recover from the Symptoms of Autism. Stage 1: Healing the gut, Stage 2: Natural heavy metal detoxification, Stage 3: Clearing the Co-infections, Stage 4: Brain support and repair.  Reserve your online seat here.       Dr. Karima Hirani, MD, MPH Dr. Karima Hirani is an expert in Low Dose Immunotherapy. She graduated from USC Medical school in 1993. She has a Masters in Nutrition from the school of public health at UCLA, and she is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hirani has been a functional medicine doctor practicing as a DAN and MAPS doctor for over 10 years. DAN stands for Defeat Autism Now. MAPS stands for Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She integrates a natural approach to conventional medicine, including natural alternatives to prescription drugs, vitamin and nutrient supplements as well as nutritional advice. Although her main focus is prevention, she specializes in chronic illness. Learn more about Dr. Hirani at, www.drhirani.com Click Here for more details.

Dr. Ingels is a respected leader in natural medicine with more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. Dr. Ingels has been published extensively and is the author of “The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Autoimmune Response and Beat Lyme Disease”, a comprehensive natural approach to treating Lyme disease. He specializes in Lyme disease, autism, and chronic immune dysfunction. He uses diet, nutrients, herbs, homeopathy, and immunotherapy to help his patients achieve better health.Website: https://dariningelsnd.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarinIngelsND/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dariningelsndTwitter: https://twitter.com/dariningelsndInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dariningelsnd/Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-ingels-a756a0a/

#115 Dr Leila Masson is a consultant paediatrician who specialises in nutritional and environmental medicine for children’s health issues, including allergies, asthma, behaviour problems, autism spectrum disorders and ADHD.  She has a busy clinic in Sydney where she sees children and mentors doctors in integrative paediatrics. She received her medical doctorate from the Free University of Berlin and did her paediatric specialist training at the University of California in San Francisco.  She received her Master in Public Health from Harvard University and her Diploma in Tropical Medicine from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine and the Medical Academy of Paediatric Special Needs. Dr Masson is a board member of AIMA, the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association.  She is also on the board of professional advisors of La Leche League New Zealand. Leila has worked in the US, Europe, New Zealand, and volunteered for 2 years setting up a rural clinic in Pakistan. In this episode we cover What PANDAS and PANS is and what is the process by which it occurs The common symptoms and signs of PANDAS, PANS What triggers PANDAS and PANS If every child with an infection develops this neuropsychiatric disorder How PANDAS and PANS is diagnosed What can be done to calm down the inflamed brain of a child with PANDA / PANS Why these conditions are often misdiagnosed as a psychiatric illness

My guest this week is Tara Hunkin, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive and host of the ‘Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit'. Tara is passionate about helping parents because she has been in their shoes. After doctor visits left her with more questions than answers, Tara realized that it was up to her to figure out how to get her daughter the help she needed.  She went on to pursue an education in nutrition with the Nutritional Therapy Association and trained with Natasha Campbell-McBride, MD as a Certified GAPS Practitioner. She is also a student of Julie Matthews, CN with the Bioindividual Nutrition Institute and has completed the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs training, as well as, training with Dr. Mellio through IAFNR to better understand the brain and the applications of functional neurology. In this episode, Tara and I discuss the fundamental foundations for success when parents are setting out on an integrative approach for the treatment of their child's neurodevelopmental disorder. Children diagnosed or suspected with disorders such as autism, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other learning disabilities can greatly benefit from a guided framework of the integrative approach. To learn more about Tara and access an entire community of support click here.   Episode Highlights The Internet & Information Overload The internet provides us with so much information it can be extremely overwhelming for parents searching for ways to help their struggling children As a parent you need to learn many different avenues but using a framework to approach them all will save you time, money, and a lot of excess stress   Framework and Tools  By beginning an integrative approach with a framework set in place, parents are able to organize and confront treatment with more ease Remember: “There is no clear one solution for every child.” - Tara Hunkin   Fundamental Foundations of Healing  It is easy to forget or disregard fundamental practices before going straight into advanced healing strategies and therapies - the two must go hand and hand to prevent as many setbacks as possible Nutrition is key Keeping the body well-nourished literally feeds every cell in our body and brain Maintain optimal hydration with good quality water sources Ensure that your child is getting enough outdoor time in the fresh air and sunlight igniting their five senses   Address your environment, such as the possible toxins in and around your home Finding and implementing appropriate neuro-rehab programs Neuro rehab examples: listening, vision, occupational, and neurofeedback therapies   Multiple Protocols & Record-Keeping You are your child's best advocate and record-keeper Having records to refer to for yourself and your practitioner will save you time, money, and grief To help Tara has created a ‘Protocol and Therapy Worksheet' It sets out objectives to help track practice, advice from your practitioner and expectations These kinds of record-keeping are essential to approaching an integrative model of treatment The more thorough the history recorded the better you and your practitioner can prepare for and execute treatment plans   Working With The Right Practitioner Make sure the practitioner is able to explain to you the aim and goals of the treatment at hand You shouldn't walk out of their office more confused than when you went in When you understand the possibilities and outcomes you are more equipped to push through When you have older children who are able to comprehend the goals and outcomes - they will feel more empowered to make the right decisions if they understand why of the situation   Where to learn more about Tara Hunkin... My Child Will Thrive Website Facebook Support Group Instagram:@mychildwillthrive Twitter: @mychildthrive   Connect with Dr. Nicole Beurkens on... Instagram Facebook Drbeurkens.com   Need help with improving your child's behavior naturally?  My book Life Will Get Better is available for purchase, click here to learn more.  Looking for more? Check out my Blog and the Better Behavior Naturally Parent Program - a resource guide for parents who want to be more effective with improving their child's behavior.  Interested in becoming a patient? Contact us here.   

  Sergey M. Motov, MD, FAAEM Courtesy of Sergey M. Motov, MD Twitter @painfreeED Dr. Motov is an Emergency Medicine Physician practicing in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Medical Academy of Latvia and completed his EM residency at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Motov is an Associate Research Director who is passionate about safe and effective pain management in the ED.  He has numerous publications on the subject of opioid alternatives in pain management, and is actively involved in growing this body of work both nationally and globally   Missed Episode 011? Low Dose Ketamine for Pain - Administration Explained! Click Here Missed Episode 018? Deep Dive on Continuous Sub-Dissociative Dose Ketamine Infusions, Ketamine in Geriatrics?, Ethics & More Click Here A Candid Conversation on having a Hydromorphone-Free ED with Sergey Motov, MD FAAEM This episode was recorded earlier in the year at the same time as the Deep Dive Continuous Sub-Dissociative Dose Ketamine discussion. Are people forgetting how powerful hydromorphone is? Some people do forget, majority have not been educated. Why are we now using so much hydromorphone? This medication was basically thrown at us. "Use it. It’s a great and safe medication alternative to morphine." Without actual explanations of equi-analgesic conversion, potency, or lipophilicity (lipid solubility) in comparison to morphine. Morphine 8mg or Hydromorphone 1mg? There’s something mental about giving a single digit dose of an opiod versus double digit. It’s much easier to prescribe 1mg, 2mg, 3mg…6mg of hydromorphone than let’s say 10mg of morphine without understanding that hydromorphone 2mg = morphine 16mg. Hydromorphone 1mg = Morphine 8mg Hydromorphone 2mg = Morphine 16mg 48% ED attendings lack pharmacological understanding or validity of why they are using one opioid over another Opioid-Naive Patients First-line medication - should NOT be hydromorphone Initial hydromorphone dose should be 0.2-0.4mg (If you must, for opioid-naive patients) Conversion: Morphine 2-4/5mg dose How to administer opioids? Titrate at Specified Intervals *Clinical Pearl Single dose of opioids will not do the trick. No matter how you dose it (weight based or fixed). Start with a lower dose. Reeval every 10-15 minutes. Ask the patient if they need more. Give another dose as needed. Repeat. No need to wait 4 hours for the next opioid dose. Morphine peak time ~20 minutes Hydromorphone peak time ~15 minutes Morphine, hydromorphone and fentanyl are pure mu receptor agonists with no analgesic ceiling. Titrate opioids up until one or two things will happen: Pain is optimized or they stop breathing Clinical Example: Patient received 3 doses of morphine: 4mg, 4mg, 4mg. Still has pain. Now what? You want to give an opioid. Which one? Some may switch to hydromorphone. But why? Hydromorphone is not any different than morphine except for potency. The most potent opioid is fentanyl. Problem is fentanyl has a shorter half life so will have to re-dose more often. Consider adding non-opioid analgesic modalities If you do switch to hydromorphone - remember to add previous morphine doses and convert equianalgesia for total dosage. i.e. Morphine 12 mg (4mg x3) + Hydromorphone 1mg (Morphine 8mg) = Morphine 20mg Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia The longer a patient uses opioids to treat pain, the patient will most likely develop hyperalgesia and will ultimately require a higher dose to treat their pain which will eventually lead to tolerance and possibly addiction. Constantly requires a higher dose. Hydromorphone has a Higher Abuse Potential than Morphine Hydromorphone is 10x more lipophilic than morphine. Penetrates the blood brain barrier significantly faster and saturates the mu receptors faster. It translates to a euphoria,

K. P. Stoller, MD, author of Incurable Me, focuses on functional and integrative medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and is a speaker, a faculty member at the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and a lifetime fellow of the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine. He uses hyperbaric oxygen therapy to treat brain injury—whether from trauma, stroke, autism, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, chemo brain, or Lyme disease.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about ozone therapy and the various considerations around using oxidation in dealing with chronic, systemic health challenges. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Julie Matthews. Julie Matthews, CNC, CNE is a globally respected nutrition expert, published researcher, accomplished author, and inspirational educator. Her guidance is backed by sixteen years of clinical experience and scientific research with complex neurological and physiological needs; particularly autism and related disorders. She has lectured in more than 60 cities across three continents, been on television, radio, newspaper, blogs/podcasts and more, and published scientifically referenced articles in journals and websites. Julie's been featured by Price-Pottenger, honored by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, sits on two scientific advisory boards including the Autism Research Center, and is a contributing author on a breakthrough scientific research study into diet and nutrition to improve autism published in 2018. Julie is a dynamic speaker who has educated professionals at trainings for Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Autism Research Institute/DAN!, Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and the MINDD International Forum in Australia. During her early nutrition studies in 2001, Julie discovered that food and nutrition influenced the disorder of autism. She committed to investigate the connections then explain them to parents and clinicians that can make a difference helping children recover. Her final research paper at Bauman College became the basis for her award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism, which won the gold medal for "Most Progressive Health Book." It explains WHY food and nutrition affects the varied systems and biochemical pathways routinely occurring in autism and HOW to strategically apply a specialized diet to help children heal. Key Takeaways: - What are the most important diet considerations? - How do gluten and casein act like morphine in the body? - When are ketogenic diets helpful and how long should they be used? - What is the role of leaky gut in nutrition and food reactivity? - How do we adapt our diets to be anti-inflammatory? - What are some key nutritional considerations for those with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and histamine intolerance? - How might one optimize their diet when dealing with SIBO/SIFO? - What are oxalates, where might we encounter them, what problems might they create, and what can be done? - Do bone broth and fermented foods have potential downsides? - What is the role of probiotics in creating a healthy microbiome? - What are phenols and salicylates? - How does one obtain adequate sulfate? Connect With My Guests: http://NourishingHope.com Related Resources: Autism Nutrition Study Nourishing Hope Summit Interview Date: May 14, 2018 Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Sergey M. Motov, MD, FAAEM Courtesy of Sergey M. Motov, MD Twitter @painfreeED Dr. Motov is an Emergency Medicine Physician practicing in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Medical Academy of Latvia and completed his EM residency at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Motov is an Associate Research Director who is passionate about safe and effective pain management in the ED.  He has numerous publications on the subject of opioid alternatives in pain management, and is actively involved in growing this body of work both nationally and globally Missed the Low Dose Ketamine for Pain - Administration Explained! Episode? Click Here We wanted to do a Follow-Up Episode about Sub-Dissociative or Low-Dose Ketamine (SDK) Infusions. Then this research got published... Continuous Intravenous Sub-Dissociative Dose Ketamine Infusion for Managing Pain in the Emergency Department Authors: Motov, Sergey; Drapkin, Jefferson; Likourezos, Antonios; Beals, Tyler; Monfort, Ralph; Fromm, Christian; Marshall, John Western Journal of Emergency Medicine: Integrating Emergency Care with Population Health Publication Date: March 3, 2018 Sergey is back and talks about his research and findings... Impressive Pain Reduction >3 on Numeric Pain Scale 60 Minutes, 65% of Patients 120 Minutes, 68% of Patients How does Continuous SDK Infusion Work? "Ketamine's rapid onset, and super rapid saturation of N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors and will give you an initial jolt of pain relief. But if you do it relatively slowly, the saturation will be a little slower, but it will last much, much longer. That's why I believe the results of patients experiencing significant reduction of pain at 60 and 120 minutes, a direct consequence of this particular way of giving ketamine." - Sergey Motov, MD Most Patients Enrolled in Study Received a Loading/Short Bolus Infusion prior to Continuous SDK Infusion Who received the most benefits? Patients with... Oncology/Cancer Pain (Chronic and Metastatic) Oncology patients normally have multiple modalities to treat their pain. Can have very high baseline PO opioid doses (i.e. morphine 300mg PO, fentanyl patches). Administering morphine 4mg or hydromorphone 1mg IVP will do absolutely nothing for these patients. The opioid dose needed is so high that the side effects are intolerable (i.e. nausea, vomiting). Increase CNS depression, respiratory depression, morbidity, and mortality in very high, inhumane doses. Continuous Sub-Dissociative Ketamine Infusions can be used as an adjunct therapy FYI: Ketamine comes in PO form (pill and liquid) Ethical Alert! Concern for abuse is real, don't prescribe it. Highly addictive and highly abused. Just know that it's out there, may have application to some chronic oncology patient population. Abdominal Pain (Pancreatitis, Intractable, Unknown Etiology) Sub-Dissociative Ketamine is the most beneficial modality for chronic intractable pain with or without non opioid adjunct therapy with functional abdominal pain (i.e. secondary to toxicology emergency). Psyche component for unknown etiology abdominal pain? Simple conversation with biofeedback, psycho-social counseling, encouragement, and reassurance Normal Physical Exam May not need any interventions Sickle Cell Crisis Pain Use of continuous SDK infusion decreases opioid needs by 50% Barriers: Admitted Sickle Cell Crisis Patients will not get SDK infusions on inpatient units and will go back to hydromorphone PCA pumps Inpatient Providers' and Nurses' familiarity and understanding of SDK infusions Convincing Patients to try SDK as adjunct therapy for pain Interdepartmental protocol. Work Around: Admit patients to an observation unit with SDK protocols in place. Utilize Clinical Nurse Educators to develop nursing policy. Interdisciplinary SDK protocol can be developed with ED Medical Director, ED Nursing Director, and Pharmacy.

Dr. Armen Nikogosian is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and a member of the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). Over the span of 15 years he had gained a broad experience in the conventional medical model as a hospitalist, private practice primary care physician and Chief of Primary Care at the Veterans Administration. In 2010, one of his children was diagnosed with autism and his life changed. Prior to this, he had only glimpsed the limitations within the conventional medical model, but after attempting to receive care from this model for a chronically ill child – his eyes were fully opened. He began a journey to help his own son and in the process mastering functional medicine for his patients. Discussion Causes of Autism Subtypes of Autism The Gut-Brain connect and Autism Vaccines and Autism Autism Prevention Dr. Paul Thomas' Vaccine Friendly Plan Types of therapy for autism Nutritional support for autism The parents' health affect child's health   Connect with Dr. Nikogosian http://www.swfunctionalmedicine.com info@swfunctionalmedicine.com   ButcherBox ::: http://www.butcherbox.com/drjonr **Free Bacon and 10$ off**

Sergey M. Motov, MD, FAAEM Courtesy of Sergey M. Motov, MD Twitter @painfreeED Dr. Motov is an Emergency Medicine Physician practicing in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Medical Academy of Latvia and completed his EM residency at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Motov is an Associate Research Director who is passionate about safe and effective pain management in the ED.  He has numerous publications on the subject of opioid alternatives in pain management, and is actively involved in growing this body of work both nationally and globally.  "In the 7 years I've been administering ketamine for this application, I've never had a patient walk into my ER and ask, 'Can I get ketamine?'" - Sergey Motov, MD     Who gets low-dose ketamine for analgesia? Patients who fail initial 3+ opioid doses. Patients generally with chronic pain, neuropathic pain, oncology pain, opioid tolerance, polytrauma. Great medication for treating pain and doesn't have the same addictive qualities as opioids. Ketamine is abused, namely in China. In the United States, we don't see it as much. Low-Dose Ketamine Bolus Dose for Analgesia 0.3mg/kg in NS 100mL infused over 15 minutes (400mL/hr) Max dose 30mg **Reduces the feeling of unreality in comparison to administering IV push. Basically, your patient won't freak out! (at least much less episodes!)   Bolus Administration Pearls: No pumps are needed for the bolus dose administered as a short infusion. But doesn't hurt either. No monitors needed. Low-Dose Ketamine Drip Dose for Analgesia 0.1mg/kg as a continuous infusion Titrate every 30 minutes as needed - involve provider when titrating. 0.1-0.3mg/kg 0.4-0.7mg/kg --> you've now entered a recreational dose Preparation: Ketamine 100mg in NS 100mL = 1:1 ratio Infusion Pearls: Must use an iv pump to administer the infusion. Use nursing judgement for telemonitoring. Majority of patients will get discharged after 2-3 hours of continuous therapy. Look at the presentation of the patient. Not everyone will need an infusion. Many patients will find relief with the bolus dose alone. Some may need both the bolus and infusion. Dose obese patients with an ideal body weight. Logistics: Ketamine comes in 2 different concentrations: 10mg/mL and 50mg/mL Much easier to calculate and draw up ketamine with the 10mg/mL concentration with this application! Worried about waste? Pharmacy can keep a single dose vial with 10mg/mL concentration for 24 hours and use it as a multi-dose vial. They will have to prepare all of your ketamine bolus infusions and ketamine continuous infusions - wouldn't that be nice? Now Listen to the Episode... References Kurdi MS, Theerth KA, Deva RS. Ketamine: Current applications in anesthesia, pain, and critical care. Anesthesia, Essays and Researches. 2014;8(3):283-290. doi:10.4103/0259-1162.143110. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4258981/ Motov, S., Rockoff, B., Cohen, V., Pushkar, I., Likourezos, A., Mckay, C., . . . Fromm, C. (2015). Intravenous Subdissociative-Dose Ketamine Versus Morphine for Analgesia in the Emergency Department: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Annals of Emergency Medicine, 66(3). doi:10.1016/j.annemergmed.2015.03.004 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25817884 Lee, E. N., & Lee, J. H. (2016, October 27). The Effects of Low-Dose Ketamine on Acute Pain in an Emergency Setting: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27788221 Motov S et al. A Prospective Randomized, Double-Dummy Trial Comparing Intravenous Push Dose of Low Dose Ketamine to Short Infusion of Low Dose Ketamine for Treatment of Moderate to Severe Pain in the Emergency Department. AJEM 2017; S0735 – 6757(17): 30171 – 7.  PMID: 28283340 Ketamine: How to Use it Fearlessly For All its Indications by Reuben Strayer. (2015, December 06).

Accumulating evidence has demonstrated that autism is often characterized by complex abnormalities such as oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammation, certain genetic abnormalities, exposure(s) to environmental toxicants, immunological abnormalities, infections, and in some cases, developmental regression and seizures. These abnormalities may contribute to the symptoms of autism, such as sleep problems, obsessive behavior, speech delay, impaired social interaction, self-stimulatory behavior, hyperactivity, inattention, and abnormal gastrointestinal findings. Many children with autism have a unique combination of these abnormalities and may possess some or all of these problems simultaneously. The early identification of these abnormalities helps clinicians and parents to choose the most effective treatment options. Dr. Rossignol's aim is to identify the unique biochemical abnormalities that each individual possesses (e.g., the biochemical fingerprint) and works to create the most effective treatments for these abnormalities using evidence-based medicine principles. Join host Alex Doman and Dr. Dan Rossignol as they discuss the latest biomedical research in the autism field, his approach toward individualized treatment, and efforts to prepare other medical professionals to deliver the best possible care to children with autism through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).

Maria Kraszynska M.D. is a leading expert in the fields of alternative medicine, bio-identical hormone replacement and anti-aging medicine. She has been practicing integrative medicine since 1996 and has developed highly successful treatment protocols based on metabolic, hormonal and genetic testing. Dr. Kraszynska has helped thousands of patients transform their lives by achieving their desired health goals.   Maria Kraszynska, M.D. is a graduate of the Medical Academy of Lublin in Poland. Besides mastering the standards of medicine, she excelled in her training of endocrinology, nutrition, herbology and dietary supplements.   Dr. Kraszynska completed family practice residency at Resurrection Hospital in Chicago. She is a diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine.  

Dr Tarbar, a gastroenterologist and medical oncologists, talks to ecancertv at the 14th World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer in Barcelona. In the interview Dr Tarabar discusses the problem of colorectal cancer (CRC) in younger people. He also highlights a new initiative set up by EuropaColon called Young Voices United against CRC that was launched at the meeting. The programme aims to help support the growing number of young people affected by CRC in Europe. More information can be found on the EuropaColon website.