September 19, 2006
I hope that you had a terrific summer! It is hard to believe that fall is just around the corner. We usually have a beautiful fall season here in southern Ohio. I hope that you enjoy your fall weather.
Shhhh! I am going to let you all in on a secret! Are you ready! Here it is! I have sensory integration dysfunction! Now you know why I have so many pages on the Autism in the Christian Home website about sensory integration dysfunction. Well, I now have a new page that will interest you adults about my sensory experiences with LASIK vision surgery ! Everyone told me how easy the procedure was for them. So, I finally got up my nerve a few weeks ago. However, I was not prepared for the multitude of sensory stimulation that occurs during this procedure. You need to be prepared for these sensory experiences especially if you are sensory defensive like me! However, I am glad that I am able to see much better!
I also want to tell you about glyconutrients. Most people have never heard about these essential simple sugars that are vital for cellular communication. Your cells can not recognize bacteria and viruses as well as cancer if you do not have these glyconutrients. Also, your brain can not understand messages without these essential sugars. Since we only obtain six of these eight sugars from our diet anymore, everyone needs a glyconutrient supplement especially those individuals with autism.
Perhaps you have not yet found the right autism therapy for you or your child. Well, I have several new pages with more autism therapies for you to check out including
Finally, I want to tell you about two research studies involving autism.In the first study , they have found evidence that autism affects the functioning of the entire brain including sensory perception, movement and memory. They conclude by stating that “autism is a disorder in which the various parts of the brain have difficulty working together to accomplish complex tasks.”
In the second study , they have found a link between autism, abnormal blood vessel function and oxidative stress. You get oxidative stress from free radicals. You can neutralize free radicals with antioxidants found in fruits, veggies, whole food supplements and antioxidant supplements. I hope that you found this information useful.
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Also, make sure to check out Autism in the Christian Home website and Autism Blog. Take care,
Valerie L. Richey, MD, ND