Sufficient, restful sleep and absorption of appropriate food is crucial to health and well being. True for every one and particularly difficult for many persons with autistic spectrum issues.
Remember grandmother – or mother – with the spoon of that awful tasting cod liver oil? Research shows that cod liver oil helps many children with autistic spectrum disorder difficulties. Ever had problems with jet lag and difficulties re-establishing a natural sleep rhythm? Melatonin is a natural enzyme your body produces which may be low or lacking in persons with autistic spectrum difficulties.
Many children and adults with autistic spectrum disorders have sleep and digestive disorders as well. Many are “picky eaters”. Many as children had constant diarrhea. Many have difficulties falling asleep and difficulties staying asleep.
What help is there? Autism Research Institute compiles information from parents as to what helps. Go to Autism Research Institute and take a look at the non drug supplements that help.
Of note, cod liver oil made 55% Better and 4% Worse for N = 2,550
folic acid made 45% Better and 5 % Worse for N = 2, 505
melatonin made 66% Better and 8% Worse for N= 1, 687
Of course, first consult with your pediatrician and read the literature.
Please comment what works for your child or spouse with autistic spectrum issues. What about the liquid vitamins? What about iron supplements?
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