Does The Nemechek Protocol work if the autism diagnosis is genetic?

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Many children with genetic disorders do experience significant neurological improvement with The Nemechek Protocol. Children with autism will often undergo genetic testing to help focus the diagnosis of their developmental disorder. The problem with this random genetic testing is twofold. nnFirst, the specter of a “genetic disorder” implies it is irreversible and leaves many parents feeling that recovery is impossible. In fact, many parents are being counseled that because of these genetic test results, there is little hope for their child to improve. Secondly, demonstrating there is a genetic abnormality does not mean the abnormality is a cause of autism. Some genetic abnormalities in autistic children can be found in a certain percentage of all children with autism. This still does not mean that the identified genes “cause” autism. nnThere is a very real possibility that some of these genes with a high association with autism may simply trigger bacterial overgrowth or lead to a predilection of overgrowth with a propionic acid-producing bacterium. I believe this is more common than not and explains why so many children improve on my protocol in spite of their genetic abnormality.

After my child recovers, is there a chance that their autistic or developmental issues might return?

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No. If, after a certain point in recovery, you stop the protocol and the inflammation returns, the developmental gains you see will not be lost. What can happen is the prior injuries that your child has recovered from might slowly return over a few months. Symptoms of relapsing injuries are hyperactivity, poor focus, constipation, increased hunger, anxiety, or aggression.

If a child is born autistic is it still possible for it to be reversed on your protocol?n

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Yes. Children born with autism are very capable of experiencing remarkable gains with The Nemechek Protocol.

Does this protocol work for Autoimmune Disorders?

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In it’s full force, the Nemechek Protocol for Autonomic Recovery can greatly help children and adults with autoimmune disorders. I have patients with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Hashimoto’s, Crohn’s, psoriasis, and multiple sclerosis whose symptoms have greatly improved.

Can the Nemechek Protocol help with autoimmune encephalitis?

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Yes. While there is little concrete evidence that autoimmune encephalitis even exists, many practitioners will classify these children as having PANS or PANDAS. My protocol is very effective in helping kids with PANS and PANDAS recover, and their recovery is similar in nature to children with autism. Some even have an awakening!

What is the ANS Autonomic Nervous System?

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Autonomic Nervous System – A large portion of the nervous system that regulates blood pressure, coordinates all organs (heart, intestines, bladder, etc.), controls inflammation, and regulates emotions. The ANS can sustain injuries from a wide variety of physical, emotional, and inflammatory insults.

Is there anything I need to avoid while on this Protocol?

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There is strict avoidance of Probiotics while on this protocol. Additionally, people should eliminate digestive enzymes, unnecessary supplements as well as foods that advertise themselves as a source of probiotics/supplements. I also advise my patients to limit their consumption of artificial sugars and omega-6 oils such as soy, corn, safflower, and sunflower oils. n

I know the first 3 months can be challenging because of the awakening. What can I expect to see after that?

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Contrary to social media comments, the awakening is often not associated with significant worsening of negative behaviors (aggression, insomnia, hyperactivity) if my dosing recommendations are followed.nnIf there is an increase in aggression or hyperactivity, it is often for just a few weeks, after which the nervous system begins recovering, and the negative behaviors begin to subside.

What does the Awakening look like in autistic adults?

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Treatment of an adult with autism with rifaximin does not have as impressive an awakening response as seen in young children or even teens. I’m not certain why but suspect that by this age the parents have through trial and error learned that certain eating, medication, and environmental factors had already dampened the impact of propionic acid to a certain degree, or they are presently experiencing bacterial overgrowth from bacteria that do not produce propionic acid.

Do kids without Autism experience an Awakening? If so what does it look like?

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For kids who are not on the spectrum and not under the sedating effects of propionic acid, you will not witness the same obvious signs of awakening and determining the correct dose of inulin can be confusing. The awakening can present with increased anxiety (stimming, repetitive behavior, insomnia, tearfulness) or more aggression behavior. The anxiety and aggression are just the effects of noradrenaline (the body’s natural fight or flight hormone) release from autonomic dysfunction. As the autonomics recover, these behaviors will improve over several weeks to a few months. While, often disruptive to parents, this is normal and will settle as the autonomics get more recovery.