Did Tic Symptoms Ramp Up Over the Holidays?
UPDATED: Winter holidays should be a source of joy, but between the treats, allergens, and new electronics, many experience just the opposite. Allergens in the home can include fresh and artificial trees, scented candles and air […]
Biochemical, Physiological & Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition (Premium)
Biochemical, Physiological & Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition by Martha H. Stipanuk and Marie A Caudill is a valuable, comprehensive text for physicians and medical students. Laypersons who are doing their own study of nutritional issues will also […]
New Link Discovered Between Protein Synthesis and Autism (Premium)
Researchers at McGill University and the University of Montreal have uncovered a crucial link between protein synthesis and autism spectrum disorders. Regulation of protein synthesis is the process by which cells manufacture proteins. This mechanism […]
How Eliminating Triggers Dramatically Reduced Our Son’s Tics
Our organization often receives letters from people who share new therapy ideas, explain symptom-triggers they have discovered, or simply offer thanks. Such a note arrived this morning. A note not so different from others, yet […]
American Academy of Pediatrics Supports Electromagnetic Radiation Bill (Premium)
For years ACN has been warning readers about the dangers of exposure to electromagnetic radiation, especially for children. An important new bill is in the works that has the support of the American Academy of […]
Getting Familiar with Prebiotics
Just when “probiotics” became a household term, prebiotics came on the scene! Prebiotics are nondigestible nutrients that are used as an energy source by certain beneficial bacteria that naturally live in your intestines. They are […]
9 Ways for Controlling Mold in the Home
Allergic responses to mold exposure can include neurological reactions. ACN receives frequent requests for ideas on how to avoid mold growth when a sensitivity has been found through allergy testing or by observaton of increased […]
Avoid the Dangers of Dry Cleaning
Yes, we want clean clothes — but not at the expense of our health. When it comes to dry cleaning, in the last decade there’s been a move to avoid “perc,” which is short for […]
Irlen Syndrome and The Day the Notes Stopped Dancing
David faced more frustrations than a young adult should have to cope with. Anxiety. Depression. Irritability. Tics. Academic problems. Yet, he was most upset by his inability to read sheet music. You see, David had […]
Deficient Cholesterol: A Common New Factor in Autism
Dr. William Shaw reports that cholesterol supplementation reverses many symptoms of autism in Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome disorder. This deficiency is also common in “regular” autism. The connection between low cholesterol and some cases of autism is encouraging, […]