Gut Microbes Affect Risk of ADHD
Newswise — New research published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry suggests that the microbial composition of the gut may affect a child’s susceptibility to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The human gastrointestinal tract hosts a large […]
I’m Trying the Nemechek Protocol for ADHD (Premium)
Rachel C: Just a month ago, I’d never heard of the Nemechek Protocol. I’m sharing this in case you haven’t either! I found out about it while reading reviews for a doctor who does nutritional […]
These Two Nutrients Helped Our Son with His Tics
As a dad I dealt with Tourette syndrome while growing up, so my wife and I have been on the alert for any signs of tics in our son. My tics started when I was […]
Check Cholesterol If Dealing with Autism (Premium)
The public is aware of the focus put on high cholesterol levels by cardiologists. But, we don’t hear much about how low cholesterol levels can affect someone. Dr. William Shaw, Director of Great Plains Laboratory […]
Sign the Sandy Hook Petition: Ban Assault Weapons
From the Editor: It’s been ten years since the Sandy Hook school massacre, when twenty students and six adults were killed with an AK-47 assault rifle by a single assailant in Newtown, Connecticut. Despite efforts […]
Mosquitoes and Your Soap (Premium)
Mosquitoes are more than a major nuisance, often causing significant skin reactions, and some people with skeeter syndrome are allergic to them. Commercial repellents abound, but what if there’s something we can do ourselves to […]
Rates of Autism at New Highs—California Sets Record
Press release from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. Adapted for space. See full report here. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 4 percent of 8-year-old boys and […]
Saved by a Gluten-Free Pizza (Premium)
GF Mama My family has a concerning history of allergies, from grandparents to the youngest generation. My two boys react differently, and sometimes seriously, to cats, dogs, certain foods, and pollen. Wanting to learn more about […]
7 Mistakes Parents Make with Tourette Syndrome
Is this the right bus for you? When I first started Latitudes.org, I was advised: “Let people know know where you’re going, and if they aren’t interested, suggest they get off the bus.” A recent […]
New Finding Connects Tics and Allergy (Premium)
Editor: It was encouraging to current research from China on the important link between allergy and tics. This connection, long emphasized on Latitudes.org, is generally ignored by the scientific community. In this article we share […]