One, it was a small study with only 14 children, which does not yield much power when doing statistical analysis.  Two, there is no indication that these children had any prior dietary problems.  I’ve said repeatedly that not all autism is affected by diet.  A better study would have used children who were thought to be diet-responders versus those who are not.  Third, the time period of the study (18 weeks) was much too short.  Most who are familiar with the diet know that at least six months is needed as a fair trial.  Also, no thought was given to observe the effects of dietary infraction at longer time points.  Many parents report a delayed behavioral response to an infraction of 48 hours or longer.

I would have the same criticisms of this study had the conclusion been reversed.

This study is an example of the disconnect between traditional medical research and the reality of a developmental disorder.  If researchers were to listen to families who deal with autism 24/7 perhaps more realistic and helpful outcomes would occur.

-Devin

Many of us suffer from age-related decrease in production of some enzymes such as lactase.  As most doctors can tell you, most of us put out plenty of pancreatic enzymes.  But the need for an enzyme supplement is not about replacing an enzyme, it’s about transferring the digestive load from the small intestine to the stomach.  Using a good plant-based enzyme product provides acid-stable enzymes that can start breaking down carbs, proteins and fats while the food is still in the stomach.

Why is this such a big deal?  One, it provides a pre-digestive phase that allows the food mass to be much more homogenous when it enters the gut.  This allows the pancreatic enzyme waiting in the duodenum to complete the breakdown process much more efficiently and quickly.  Two, a more completely digested meal is less likely to cause upset down the road by reducing the amount of undigested food lying around in the gut.  Fermentation of undigested food provides a ready source of food for “bad” bacteria as well as producing compounds that can irritate the gut, causing cramping, gas, and pain.  Lastly, enzymes can help adults with their food intolerances.  Polyphenolic intolerances can appear in anyone and may be the cause of the lethargy, headaches, and gastric upsets we feel after eating some foods and “adult” beverages.  Love wine but hate that “flush” and nagging little headache you can get?  That feeling can often disappear with the right enzyme product.  The same applies to chocolates, certain vegetables, and even spices.

So the next time you are doling out the enzymes for your child, don’t forget to take some for your self.  After all, parents deserve good digestion, too!

Hope to see many of you at Autism One, May 26-30 in Chicago.

Devin

Reserve your seat now, click here.

-Devin Houston

She said,
“We talked a long time about all the things I give my daughter that don’t made a difference, unlike the enzymes. He asked me, ‘Why do you parents keep doing things that don’t work?’”

She appreciated this question and indeed wondered why she had continued to purchase products that didn’t help.

With the enzymes, however, she could see a significant improvement when her daughter took them. And when she stopped, she saw a quick deterioration.

I was a customer for two years before working for Houston Enzymes. My family sees results when we take the enzymes, and we see old problems return when we stop.

Are you spending money on products that don’t work? Why?

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-Cindy

1.  Take enzymes with each meal.  The enzymes move out of the stomach with the food.  The next meal will require a new dose.

2.  Take enzymes near the beginning of the meal.  This gives the enzymes time to break down the food in the stomach.  If you forget to take your enzymes, take them when you remember as there still may be food in the stomach.

3.  Dose by the amount of food eaten, not age or body weight.  Larger meals may require a larger dose – and smaller meals a smaller dose.  Some experimentation may be needed to find the best dosing for your needs.

4.  If you are sensitive and wish to start enzymes at a low dose and increase gradually, use our dosing chart at http://www.houston-enzymes.com/pdf/Dosing%20Chart%202-25-08.pdf .

5.  For grazers, either take a dose every 3-4 hours, or sip on a drink mixed with enzymes as you eat.

6.  For tips on mixing enzymes with food or drink and sending to school, read our article at http://www.houston-enzymes.com/learn/articles/tips-for-taking-supplements.php.