Autism and Diet

🎉 It's time! The Wellness Show 2024 starts TOMORROW! 🎉

Don't forget, online ticket sales end at MIDNIGHT TONIGHT! Save $2 when you purchase tickets online - www.thewellnessshow.com/2024-tickets/

Tickets at the door will be $12.00, cash only! Kids 15 and under attend for free! Admission includes access to the show, as well as access to all workshops, demos, and seminars.

We can't wait to see you all at the Vancouver Convention Centre this weekend!

At The Wellness Show's Women and Wellness Stage this Sunday at 3:15 pm at the Vancouver Convention Centre, Dr. Alma Barranco will share her family's story of how her sons' Autism level 3 and ADHD diagnosis inspired her and her husband Dr. Deryck Persaud 's groundbreaking research on full-spectrum fatty acids and diet and their impact on mental health almost 20 years ago that led to the development of NeuroActiv Oil and the founding of their company Infogenetica.

Join us at The Wellness Show this Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 3rd and 4th at the Vancouver Convention Centre West Building. Our Co-Founder and CEO Dr. Alma Barranco-Mendoza is an invited speaker.
She will be presenting 2 talks:
Date/Time/Stage: Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 5:15pm, Living Well Stage
Topic: Healthy Brains, Healthy Hearts: The Importance of Fatty Acids Throughout Our Lifetime
Date/Time/Stage: Sunday, February 4, 2024, at 3:15pm, Women & Wellness Stage
Topic: Fatty Acids and Mental Health: a Family’s Story
Early bird tickets at https://www.thewellnessshow.com/

Often called the "happy hormone," Dopamine results in feelings of well-being and is a primary driver of the brain's reward system, In our latest blog post, learn about the role that fatty acids play in the production of dopamine and why diet supplementation with wide-spectrum fatty acids like NeuroActiv Oil can be helpful. https://www.infogenetica.com/post/fatty-acids-and-dopamine

Humanity and Humility

I cut someone off in traffic yesterday.
I'm a good driver, but I pulled out right in front of this guy, who of course leaned on his horn... hard.

Then, as luck would have it, we pulled into the SAME store parking lot. Yay! 😃

So I knew it was coming….

He arranged it so he would be standing in front of his vehicle as I rolled by slowly, looking for a spot to park.

There he was, middle finger in the air ( big surprise ) shoving it aggressively toward me, while yelling.

I braked, threw it into reverse, came up beside him, rolled down my window, and.....just listened.

I let him rant.

"LEARN HOW TO % #%€ing DRIVE FOR #% #!SAKE"!!

That was probably the nicest thing he said in all of it 😂

When he was done, I said in an even tone that I have perfected for escalations at home :

" You have a right to be pi**ed. I cut you off, and I'm really sorry. I'm usually a pretty good driver, but that was a really stupid mistake and I'm sorry I put us both in danger"

He sort of stuttered, still mad, but visibly trying to process what Id just said.

Then I said “Thank you for being on the ball, and saving us BOTH today with your quick reflexes "

He literally mumbled " geez...just be careful... and he had his head down and was still adjusting to someone being kind to him... someone who he had just called every name in the book, and f bombed about 500 times in public... loudly.

It did shake me up, but not the way it did him.

I've found that I'm so much more prepared for the unexpected, than the average person.

I've also learned, through my son, that everything is a teachable moment, that one should always act with grace and good intention, and that whenever possible, give someone a chance to show their best side.

And that's what he did.

I was pushing my cart around the store, and all of a sudden there’s a tap on my shoulder.

It's angry dude.

Only he isn't angry, he’s humble.

" You said sorry to me, but I'm the one who owes you an apology. I had a really bad morning, some bad news at work.
Thank you for reminding me that everyone makes mistakes, including me.
I acted really sh*tty calling you names and stuff. I'm really sorry for that".

" Thank you" I said, and smiled.

Then he smiled too, we told each other 'have a nice day' and I think we both probably did just that.

Because we BOTH stepped out of our comfort zone to thank someone else for their actions.

And it felt .... good.

Chevy has taught me that.
He has taught me patience, and grace.

He has taught me that however bad things may be at the moment, there is always something to learn from it, and a chance to do it better the next time.
~ Connie

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Happy Thanksgiving Day!

A very happy and blessed Thanksgiving Day to our neighbours south of the border.
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Are you or a loved one having trouble sleeping? Your diet may have something to do with it.

Healthy Sleep and Fatty Acids Poor sleep is common as we age and in those with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Stress, etc. Fatty acids play a critical role in healthy sleep.

PDA or Pathological Demand Avoidance is a distinctive profile within the Autism Spectrum Disorder. This informative post tells us more about what it is and how it is different from the more commonly known Autism profile.

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day, as declared by the UN since 2008. The autistic community prefers declaring April as Autism Acceptance Month given that 1 in every 44 children of school age are within the ASD spectrum. Most people are already aware of Autism but we need more acceptance, embracing and making autistics welcome in the world.

"The United Nations General Assembly unanimously declared 2 April as World Autism Awareness Day to highlight the need to help improve the quality of life of those with autism so they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of society.

Autism is a lifelong neurological condition that manifests during early childhood, irrespective of gender, race or socio-economic status. The term Autism Spectrum refers to a range of characteristics. Appropriate support, accommodation and acceptance of this neurological variation allow those on the Spectrum to enjoy equal opportunity, and full and effective participation in society."

Every year the UN hold a number of events to mark this day. More info here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/autism-day

EVERYBODY KNOWS SOMEBODY

With 1 in 44 people diagnosed, we ALL know someone who has been touched by autism. Take some time to listen, learn and understand about this neurodevelopmental condition.

And then take action:
Be supportive, be inclusive, be accepting and be kind.

www.autismcanada.org

Check out our blog https://www.infogenetica.com/post/healthy-brain-recipe-vegetable-egg-muffins where we talk about the healthy-brain diet and the health benefits of each of the ingredients in this recipe.

This easy and quick recipe includes several healthy-brain ingredients and is a great option for a healthy snack or breakfast. Learn about the healthy-brain diet and the health properties of each of the ingredients in our latest blog. https://www.infogenetica.com/post/healthy-brain-recipe-vegetable-egg-muffins
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Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science and is happening this week. It is a global event to unite academic, government, and research institutions with the common theme that brain research is the hope for treatments, preventions, and possible cures for brain diseases and disorders and to ensure a better quality of life at all ages. Check out the many events at https://www.brainawareness.org/
March is also Brain Health Awareness Month.
At Infogenetica Solutions Ltd. we will also have some online events, interesting information about the , and NeuroActiv™ Oil supplements will be on Sale until the end of March. https://www.infogenetica.com/shop

People with ASD often struggle with self confidence. This article presents a few practical ideas that can help you feel better about yourself and boost your confidence.

How to Improve Confidence in This Day and Age It's hard to always feel confident in the modern world. There are a lot of factors that play into how you feel about yourself, including your appearance, the work you do, and the way others treat you. However, it's crucial to work on the things that we can control - like our thoughts! The more posit...

Give from the heart for the heart. 10ml of NeuroActiv Oil provides 40% of the daily amount of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA shown to help reduce serum triglycerides and support cardiovascular health. It also helps support cognitive health, brain function, and promotes healthy mood balance.
NeuroActiv Oil also helps support the development of the brain, eyes, and nerves in children and youth.

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South East Asian Health magazine latest issue featured Infogenetica's co-founders Drs. Deryck Persaud and Alma Barranco Read about their journey and inspiring story about how their son's autism diagnosis inspired the development of NeuroActiv Oil and the impact this has had in their lives and many others'.

Infogenetica co-founders featured in South Asian Health Magazine: BC Restart Issue 19th Edition Infogenetica Solutions Ltd. co-founders Drs. Alma Barranco-Mendoza and Deryck Persaud have been featured in the latest issue of the South Asian Health Magazine, published on August 3rd, 2021. In the article, you can read about their background, the story behind the founding of Infogenetica Solutions...

It's finally beginning to get warm outside. Time to add more salads to our diet. Here is an easy recipe for Green Bean Salad with Potatoes, Capers, and Eggs. Enjoy!

For everyone, and particularly those of us with ASD or with an autistic person in our lives, learning to develop resilience is critical to overcoming the daily challenges of life. I encourage you to take advantage of this free webinar.

Building Resilience in Challenging Times Do you have the skills you need to successfully navigate your way through the challenges ahead?