Toxicity

Autism is a term that is reasonably new in the modern lexicon. While the term autism was first coined in 1912, a neurological presentation that has similar characteristics to what we call autism has likely been around for a very ... Read More

Biomedical and Physiological Imbalances Commonly Seen in Autism Autism is a subjective diagnostic label that covers a cluster of symptoms or stereotypical behaviors. While conventional medicine often describes autism as a predominately genetic condition that results in a set of ... Read More

Acetaminophen is the generic name for Tylenol, and it is also known as paracetemol in countries outside of the United States. Parents, doctors and researchers have been questioning its potential link to autism and ADHD for decades. In this blog ... Read More

The current treatment protocol for inflammation in PANS/PANDAS and autism is an anti-inflammatory such as Motrin, Aleve, Tylenol or Ibuprofen. These NSAIDs effectively reduce inflammation, brain-swelling and pain in a relatively short period of time. However, PANS/PANDAS is not like ... Read More

In order to assess any child’s “total load,” it is critical to perform an inventory of products and materials in the home. Josie Nelson, Programs Director, and Beth Lambert, Executive Director, performed a Home Inventory for Ty’s family, cataloging what ... Read More

As part of the FLIGHT™ Study, each family is visited by certified industrial hygienists or environmental consultants to identify any potential environmental and health hazards in and around their home. Soil Testing A soil sample and a water sample are ... Read More

The CHIRP™ Study In 2018, Documenting Hope opened enrollment for the CHIRP™ Study which features the most comprehensive pediatric survey of children’s health, growth and development in the context of the modern world – a place with innumerable toxic and ... Read More

Parent advocate Alyssa Davi explains the risks of anesthesia and autism in this article. Why Some Types of Anesthesia Can Be Harmful The purpose of this article is to highlight the medical issues surrounding anesthesia and autism so parents are ... Read More

My son had PANS, and now he's thriving. There is hope. Diagnosed with Anxiety at Three-and-a Half Years Old Owen was born twelve weeks early and, was definitely one of those mini preemies who was two pounds, two ounces, and ... Read More

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

My story started with stomach pains, fatigue, and overall brain fog that I had experienced for several years. I had a lot of bloating and painful periods and thought this was normal. My husband and I were also trying to ... Read More