Can the Nemechek Protocol help a child with pica?
Yes. Often within a few months of starting The Nemechek Protocol, pica behaviors often stop occurring
Is peetox common “side effect” in early recovery?
/in /by Dr. NThe concept of peetox is not medically valid. Humans do not build up toxins in their bodies unless they have kidney or liver failure or heavy metal (e.g., lead) poisoning. There is no evidence that detoxing strategies lead to benefits because of a toxin-releasing phenomenon via the urine. I am aware however, that there are incidents where children may start wetting the bed or having accidents when first starting and yes that can sometimes occur early on in recovery and is related to autonomic dysfunction, and will improve with my protocol.
Is The Nemechek Protocol peer-reviewed?
/in /by Dr. NYes! Dr. Nemechek has a peer-reviewed paper in the Journal Applied Psychiatry that reviews the basic components of The Nemechek Protocol for Autism and Developmental Disorders. Bringing a printed copy of this article to your physician or therapist may nudge them a little closer to accepting the protocol’s validity.
My child has started wetting the bed. Why is that?
/in /by Dr. NI believe that bedwetting is related to autonomic dysfunction, and it will improve with my protocol.
Can The Nemechek Protocol benefit persons with Parkinson’s tremor?
/in /by Dr. NYes. The Nemechek Protocol for Autonomic Recovery is designed to reduce elevated levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and the presence of abnormally primed M1- microglia. These 2 pathological processes prevent recovery from brain injury, interfere with neuronal/synaptic pruning, interfere with brain development in utero, and are a key feature of the neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS). It is capable of reversing a wide range of chronic neurological conditions (migraine and cluster headaches, chronic fatigue, generalized anxiety, depression/PTSD, ADD/ADHD) as well as intestinal disorders (heartburn, reflux, IBS, constipation, diarrhea, etc.), and it’s potent anti-inflammatory effect substantially reduces symptoms associated with autoimmune disorders (Crohn’s, psoriasis, MS, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s, etc.)
Can parasites cause abnormal behaviors?
/in /by Dr. NTrue parasitic infections can cause abnormal behaviors but would predictably resolve once the infection is adequately treated. I’m afraid I disagree with the general view that yeast, parasites (those that are not detectable by conventional methods), or streptococcus colonization/overgrowth have anything to do with autism and negative behaviors.
My child has been diagnosed with parasites. Should I treat them?
/in /by Dr. NWithout seeing the quality of the test report, I can’t really comment but can say in general that parasites are excessively diagnosed and over-treated, in my opinion. Unfortunately, some questionable laboratories identify a group of organisms that we carry called protozoa, and they are erroneously being treated when it is not warranted. If someone claims your child has a parasite, please have it confirmed by a traditional medical physician. Intestinal parasites are very easy to diagnose and treat reliably, and long-term treatment with anti-parasitic medications can further disrupt the intestinal balance of your child’s gut bacteria.
My son has the symptoms for parasites. Should I treat him for parasites before we start?
/in /by Dr. NParasites are erroneously diagnosed and over-treated in my opinion. Obviously, I live in the U.S., where the incidence of parasitic infections is much lower. Unless you have a traditional test from a large certified reference lab (LabCorp, Quest), or hospital I would question the results or advice that your child is infected with parasites and requires treatment.
Does The Nemechek Protocol help children with PANS or PANDAS?
/in /by Dr. NYes. Children with PANS or PANDAS experience significant improvement when using The Nemechek Protocol. I believe both PANS and PANDAS are simply the occurrence of SIBO with PPA-producing bacteria after neurological development has been completed and are not separate medical conditions.nnThe confusion with PANS and PANDAS is that the spontaneous resolution of these conditions after a course of antibiotics such as amoxicillin or trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole have a 20-30% chance of reversing SIBO eliminate the production of propionic acid. Thus, their use can sometimes lead to rapid improvement of symptoms.