Although brain damage (encephalopathy) from severe iron deficiency can occur, the incidence of such is extremely rare, and fortunately, completely reversible with iron supplementation and the reversal of iron deficiency anemia.
Yes. 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.)
Lactulose can be used with the protocol, but on occasion, I have experienced some adverse reactions (anxiety, aggression) when lactulose is used for constipation. I recommend parents discuss this with the prescribing physician and see if there is an alternative way to manage constipation. If a child is benefiting from it without any adverse effect, I think it is reasonable to continue using it.
Many children I work with go through a phase of short (5-15 min.) bouts of laughter without any provocation. Sometimes they will also have brief episodes of being sad and/or crying for a few minutes as well. Both of these will vanish as quickly as they appear. I had some parents refer to this as the “Drunken Sailor.” I name they conjured up since the behavior reminded them of a seafaring caricature from old movies.nThis generally resolves within a few months without any additional specific actions. Why this happens is unknown.
Children with autism often have difficulty regulating blood pressure, and as a consequence, their brains will not receive enough oxygen because of low blood pressure. The brain discovers that laying flat or even slightly upside down will improve brain blood pressure and oxygen delivery to compensate for the problem.nnThe brain then essentially “commands” the child to lay flat, hang their head off the edge of the bed, or even perform a headstand to eliminate the stress of gravity, which increases brain blood pressure and oxygen delivery.
The excessive numbers of bacteria in the small intestine overwhelm its ability to properly contain its contents and small fragments of bacteria and food molecules leak into the surrounding tissue. The failure to contain the contents is scientifically known as bacterial translocation but is more generally referred to as “leaky gut.”
Bacterial translocation is the medical term for leaky gut.
The tissue surrounding the small intestine contains approximately eighty percent of all white blood cells within the body. The leakage of bacterial cell wall fragments (LPS) and food molecules through the barrier surrounding the small intestine will contact these cells. The non-human molecules will be identified as foreign, potentially harmful substances by the white blood cells. As a result, it will trigger an inflammatory reaction releasing inflammatory chemicals into the bloodstream.
The leaky gut generally heals within 2-3 weeks after the excessive bacteria within the small intestine have been reduced by inulin or rifaximin.
No. Of all the types of organisms that live within the intestinal tract, it is believed that only bacteria are capable of causing a leaky gut.