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Children with Starving Brains: A Medical Treatment Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Author: Jaquelyn Mccandless
Publisher: Bramble Books
Category: Book

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Media: Paperback
Edition: 3rd
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.9

ISBN: 1883647134
Dewey Decimal Number: 616
EAN: 9781883647131
ASIN: 1883647134

Publication Date: February 28, 2007
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Product Description
In the midst of a worldwide epidemic of autism, ADD, and ADHD, this book is a message of hope to parents embarking on the challenging journey of finding proper medical care for their Autism Spectrum Disorder children. Genetic susceptibility activated by "triggers" such as pesticides and heavy metals in vaccines can lead to immune system impairment, gut dysfunction, and pathogen invasion such as yeast and viruses in many children. This is the first book written by an experienced clinician that gives a step-by-step treatment guide for parents and doctors based on the understanding that ASD is a complex biomedical illness resulting in significant brain malnutrition. Dr. McCandless, whose grandchild with autism has inspired her "broad spectrum approach," describes important diagnostic tools needed to select appropriate treatment programs. Her book explains major therapies newly available and identifies safe and effective options for parents and physicians working together to improve the health of these special children.

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5 out of 5 stars

The key to a room full of knowledge! January 4, 2009
I have 2 teenagers, my son has Down syndrome and autism. My typical daughter has had a history of bowel problems from one extreme to the other since she was born, and has had a constant headache for many years. br /Doctors have never managed an accurate diagnosis or offered a solution or rx that worked. It has been a long frustrating battle. I read this book thinking I would learn more about my son's conditions. What I learned was what my daughter's problems were about! After years of going to doctor after doctor, I figure out her diagnosis by reading this book! None of those drs were even close! br / I was familiar with alot of the information in this book, having been dealing researching on my son's conditions for 17 yrs. But this book was the key that opened the door to room full of knowledge that I had only previously been peering through a window at! It has been the most helpful and insightful book I have read on my childrens conditions. I took my daughter to the specialist who my son sees and my diagnosis was confirmed with a full range of lab tests. br / I am so grateful to have found this book. Finally, answers to my questions, and solutions to our problems! I highly recomend this book! I even bought a copy for our pediatrician! br / DeDee Walker

5 out of 5 stars

Nice easy Read. I really enjoy reading this informative book December 20, 2008
I LIKE THE STYLE OF THIS BOOK. The author keeps it interesting. Its a good Guide. I have a child with Autism and I am starting to use all the interventional approaches and have had blood tests etc for my son and he does need to eliminate certain foods. I have tried supplements and they has shown a positive result. Its all very exciting as I feel that my finger is on the button and I know that if I do certain things my severely autistic child will improve.br /Science is very exciting right now on their discoveries and that doesnt just include autism, but aspergers, learning disabilities, asthma, eczema, ADHD, plus supplements are helping alkzeimers, etc. Just visit the Autism Research Institute to find out more information and studies etc.

5 out of 5 stars

Great Book November 29, 2008
This is an excellent book with a lot of good detailed information. I like the way the author discusses multiple approaches and views to the treatment of ASD disorders. I can tell she has a lot of experience with treatments in this area.

5 out of 5 stars

This book explains it all! October 11, 2008
This is the first book I read when my son was diagnosed at age 3 and I'm so glad I did. Although there are many great books about various therapies available (and I do think therapy is important), the medical problems autistic children have are very real, and with proper treatment can greatly improve their outcome. The GFCF diet is essential and the book explains the science behind it. Read this with an open mind. It may not be a cure for everyone but if you want to do the most you possibly can for your autistic child this will start you in the right direction.

5 out of 5 stars

Great book!!! October 3, 2008
I've just started the GFCF diet, and an attempt to understand what goes on with future treatment, and this book is great!!!

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