Mitochondria take the molecules from the foods we eat and turn them into energy. When our mitochondria aren’t working appropriately, it can cause major side effects. Read more to learn about the common symptoms, how to support the mitochondria, and which nutrients prevent damage.

Multivitamins are a great way to fill in the gaps for rigid eaters and to replenish other missing nutrients. In this blog, we cover who should take a multivitamin, what you should look for in a multivitamin, and my favorite recommendations!

It’s important to understand that legal doesn’t necessarily equal safe, and per the EWG, legal limits for contaminants in tap water have not been updated in almost 20 years (in some cases, 40 years). 

Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in the world. Children with autism may be at higher risk in developing iron-deficiency anemia. Learn the symptoms, how to test for iron deficiency, and how to treat it with diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.

Non-dairy milks often contain ingredients such as gums (like Gellan Gum or Locust Bean Gum), lecithins (typically sunflower or soy), carrageenan, and other natural flavors. Gums, lecithins, and carrageenans are used to emulsify, thicken, and/or preserve foods and drinks. You can avoid these added ingredients by choosing the right brands or making it yourself!

Have you ever wondered how technology could help autism? Autism and AAC Expert, Rachel Madel, MA, CCC-SLP shares all about autism and AAC devices! In this video, you'll learn information about how AAC devices are helpful for language development, communication, and who should even be using them!

Join the Autism Dietitian, Brittyn Coleman, as we take a deep dive into the connection between autism and the gut microbiome in a Facebook Live in the Health and Hope for Autism Facebook page.

Picky eating is one of the most common complaints of the parents that I work with daily! For children with autism, the root of picky eating is often sensory issues. Follow these 3 steps to encourage your child to start trying new foods in an encouraging and stress-free way!

Individuals with autism have a higher likelihood of anxiety and depression than the general population. Nutrition can be an effective way to prevent and manage anxiety, especially when targeting the root cause.

My famous recipe for kid-approved black bean brownies! This recipe has no processed sugar, is naturally gluten, egg, soy, & dairy-free, and has no artificial colors or flavors.

Join the Autism Dietitian, Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD, CLT and Gabriele Nicolet, M.A., CCC-SLP of Speech Kids DC in a conversation about the gut-brain connection in speech development!

It is common in the ASD community to try a Gluten-Free (GF) Diet. While many believe this is just a fad, there actually is clinical backing to the efficacy of this diet.

While diet is one piece of the puzzle, another piece can be nutrition supplements. Certain supplements can be extremely helpful when it comes to sleep quality and ease winding down for bed and falling asleep.

A recent study has found a significant and positive correlation between hair metal burden (lead, aluminum, arsenic, and cadmium levels) and severity of autism symptoms including social communication deficits and repetitive, restrictive behaviors.

Casein, the protein in cow’s milk, can have a huge effect on children on the autism spectrum. Read more about the reasoning behind the diet, foods to eat and avoid, my favorite brands, and tips on becoming dairy-free for selective eaters.

The gut has been deemed the “second brain”. The makeup of our microbiome can have a significant impact on your child’s cognitive function, speech, and focus. Read more to find out how you can test for these imbalances and how to treat them naturally.

Not only do artificial dyes have neurotoxic chemicals that aggravate mental health problems, but we also know that they contain petroleum ingredients that have been found to be contaminated with formaldehyde, lead, arsenic, and mercury, to name a few. A recent meta-analysis has linked food dyes to behaviors such as hyperactivity, attention deficit, sleep issues, and behavioral issues.

Since eating is one of the most sensory-rich activities, Sensory Processing Disorder can be a major contributor to a picky diet and even lead to other issues like nutrient deficiency, gastrointestinal issues, and blood sugar abnormalities.