11: Nourishing Hope: How Nutrition Can Transform Lives for Kids with Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia
In this episode, Dr. Izabella Wentz and Julie Matthews, a certified nutrition consultant and researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for neurodevelopmental conditions, discuss how diet can play a critical role in supporting children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Julie has been a pioneer in the nutritional approach to healing children for over 20 years and shares insights from her latest book, The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan, which provides a step-by-step guide to customizing nutrition strategies for children. Tune into this episode to learn about: The connections between maternal thyroid health and neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD Why personalized nutrition is essential and how to determine the right diet for a child Common food sensitivities that contribute to inflammation and neurological symptoms The impact of gut health and detox pathways on brain function How seemingly healthy foods like apples, cinnamon, or tomatoes can cause reactions in some children The benefits of therapeutic diets, including gluten-free, dairy-free, low salicylate, and ketogenic approaches Practical strategies for overcoming picky eating and introducing nutrient-rich foods If you or anyone you know has a child with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, or other neurodevelopmental conditions, this is a must-listen! The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan Sign up for the Thyroid Pharmacist Weekly Thyroid Solutions Newsletter here. For the full list of resources and products mentioned in this episode, and to get the full episode transcript, see complete show notes here.