Nutrition Basics
What does it mean to eat “clean”? Why should a clean and nourishing diet be the cornerstone of any healing program? Learn more about nutrition basics, digestion, and the role food plays in improving symptoms of chronic health conditions. For more in-depth information about specific supplements and therapeutic diets, please refer to the Functional Nutrition category in the Therapies & Supports section.
Nutrition Basics Articles
Food Sensitivities and Intolerances Main Food Page
Common Symptoms of Food Sensitivities and Intolerances Many children today experience food sensitivities and intolerances that are known to have adverse effects on their mood and behaviors. Unfortunately, when parents see unwanted behaviors, depression or mood swings in their children, ... Read More
Nutritional Deficiencies
Most children with chronic illness diagnoses or symptoms are known to have nutritional deficiencies. This does not mean that they are not eating or that they are starving, rather, it means that their bodies are either: a) Not getting the ... Read More
Autism and Picky Eating
What Distinguishes Developmentally Appropriate Picky Eating from Pediatric Feeding Disorders? Every parent knows that mealtimes with young children can present challenges. Refusals to eat certain foods, complaints about textures, and demands for favorite meals are often chalked up to “picky ... Read More
How Sulforaphane from Broccoli Sprouts Can Reduce Autism Symptoms
What Is Sulforaphane? Sulforaphane, a natural substance found in broccoli sprouts, continues to generate interest in the scientific and integrative-medicine communities for its ability to improve symptoms of autism, at least in some children. Sulforaphane is a natural plant compound ... Read More
Using Lab Tests and Assessments to Uncover Root Causes in Children’s Health
When a child is struggling with health or developmental challenges, addressing symptoms alone may not provide lasting relief. To promote true healing and development, it’s important to look for root causes—underlying imbalances in the body that may be contributing to ... Read More
Healthy Halloween Alternatives
"Healthy Halloween alternatives" seems like an oxymoron given that Halloween is the greatest yearly candy night for children of all ages. No child wants to be different than any other child. So, the question is “how do we make Halloween ... Read More
Resilience from a Biomedical Perspective
What Is Resilience from a Biomedical Perspective? In understanding how to cultivate resilience, it is helpful to understand the connections between the body's internal systems and external stressors. Resilience is not merely a psychological attribute but a complex interplay of ... Read More
The FLIGHT™ Team Gets Cooking for Jeremiah’s Family
The FLIGHT™ Study team brought a professional chef in to help Jeremiah’s family with cooking non-allergenic, healthy foods. Jeremiah has an autoimmune condition known as alopecia universalis that causes complete hair loss all over the body. As part of Jeremiah’s ... Read More
Nutrition Basics Stories
Dante’s Reversal of Non-Verbal Autism
I helped my son heal from non-speaking autism, and there is absolutely hope. Getting the Autism Diagnosis Was Devastating I was told your son is beautiful, perfect in every way. And, as she was looking at him within like literally ... Read More
Owen’s Reversal of Anxiety and PANS Symptoms
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
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
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