ADHD
There is a host of root causes that can contribute to an ADHD diagnosis. We invite you to learn more about how food sensitivities, toxicity, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, retained primitive reflexes, sensory-processing challenges, key nutritional deficiencies, neurotransmitter imbalances, blood-sugar imbalances, Lyme disease, PANS/PANDAS and other stressors may be behind your child’s diagnosis.
ADHD Articles
A Grounding Guide for Parents to Thoughtfully Evaluate New Health Interventions for Their Child
How to Avoid "Shiny Object Syndrome" Many parents today are actively looking for new health interventions to help their children feel better and thrive, especially children with chronic conditions, struggling with a multitude of symptoms, and developmental or behavioral challenges ... Read More
Infrared Healing from the PBM Helmet
The History of Infrared Healing in Children with Autism In the 1990s infrared sauna companies popped up all over the United States, as a genuine interest in detoxification from environmental toxins became a “hot” topic. Environmental medicine was on the ... Read More
Supplements for Picky Eaters: What to Know and How to Help Your Child
When Picky Eating Feels Concerning If your child eats only a handful of foods or refuses most nutrient-dense options, you’re not alone and your concerns are valid. Nutrition plays an essential role in growth, brain development, immune function, and emotional ... Read More
Photobiomodulation
What Is Photobiomodulation? Photobiomodulation, often referred to as PBM, is an emerging therapeutic intervention that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular function and promote healing in targeted tissues. According to the latest scientific literature (see Sources & References, ... Read More
Mighty Mitochondria – The Body’s Master Regulators
Tiny Mitochondria Are Mighty Our mighty mitochondria perform some of the most amazing aspects of health because of their ability to convert food into energy. Mitochondria are tiny, microscopic “organelles” (essentially ancient bacterium passed down from mother to child that ... Read More
Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity
Gluten has become a major topic of discussion in the world of pediatric health, often at the center of conversations about digestion, allergies, and chronic health issues. Many families find themselves confused by terms like "celiac disease," "wheat allergy," and ... Read More
The CDC Has Worsened Developmental Delays
CDC guidance changes in 2022 worsened the impact of developmental delays by lengthening the time to intervention for more babies than before. Read on to find out why these updated guidelines are bad news for kids. What Is a Developmental ... Read More
Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)
What Is the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)? The Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex, commonly referred to as the ATNR, is one of the key primal/primitive reflexes present in infancy. These reflexes are automatic movements directed from the brainstem, and they ... Read More
ADHD Stories
Marilee and Douglas: Overcoming Kidney Failure and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
This story is used with permission from Marilee Nelson, the founder of Branch Basics. Perspective and Awareness: What I Wish I Had Known Years Ago Perspective on any topic is based on an understanding of the available information that pertains ... Read More
Noah’s Healing from ADHD, ADD, PANS/PANDAS, OCD, ODD
I am writing this recovery story in the hopes it reaches other parents and guardians of children diagnosed with ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, OCD, ODD, etc. who felt as I did: desperate, hopeless, and terrified. My seven year old had all of those ... Read More
Romy – Healed from Lyme Disease, OCD and PANS/PANDAS
Diagnosed at seven years old, Romy has healed from chronic Lyme disease. She pretty much lives a typical teenage life. Amazing from where she started. Healing can happen. Romy’s Journey Romy was diagnosed at seven years old with chronic neuro-Lyme ... Read More


