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Stress, the Nervous System and Gut Health

A Resource for Families in Crisis

Sometimes a child’s symptoms are so severe that parents feel overwhelmed or even paralyzed about what to do next. Crisis ... Read More
Stress, the Nervous System and Gut Health

Stress, the Nervous System and Gut Health

How Does the Nervous System Affect Digestion? Digestion is not simply a mechanical or chemical process, and gut health is ... Read More
organic acid test

Organic Acids Test

What Is the Organic Acids Test? The Organic Acids Test (OAT) is a urine test that measures over 70 organic ... Read More
Do All Children with Autism Benefit from Taking Leucovorin? 

Do All Children with Autism Benefit from Taking Leucovorin? 

The short answer is, “no;” not all children with autism will benefit from leucovorin because one-size-fits-all-medicine doesn’t fit all sizes, ... Read More
Castor Oil Packs

Castor Oil Packs

Castor oil packs have been used throughout the ages to help with tummy aches, constipation and other health conditions. This ... Read More
Testing and Measuring Biomarkers in Children

Testing and Measuring Biomarkers in Children

Can Biomarkers Help Parents Make Sense of a Child’s Symptoms or Behaviors? When it comes to investigating the source of ... Read More
From Tongue Ties to Sleep Issues: Structural-Functional Dental and Airway Issues in Kids

From Tongue Ties to Sleep Issues: Structural-Functional Dental and Airway Issues in Kids

Many families don’t realize how deeply oral‑motor function, breathing patterns, and structural development are connected, especially when a child struggles ... Read More
Bipolar Disorder Redefined

Bipolar Disorder Redefined

What Is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is characterized by abnormal, uncontrolled mood swings or possible wild outbursts. Symptoms may be ... Read More
A Grounding Guide for Parents to Thoughtfully Evaluate New Health Interventions for Their Child 

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 ... Read More
SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth)

SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth)

What Are SIBO and SIFO? SIBO stands for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth, a gastrointestinal condition characterized by an excessive rise ... Read More
Flower Remedies Main Info Page

Flower Remedies Main Info Page

What Are Flower Remedies? Flower remedies, also known as flower essences, are natural remedies made from the infusions of flowers ... Read More
Visual Processing Disorder Main Info Page

Visual Processing Disorder Main Info Page

Visual processing disorder (VPD) is a neurological condition in which the brain has trouble interpreting and making sense of visual ... Read More