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Unfortunately, the chronic health problems we are experiencing today have a root cause that is so far removed from the symptoms, that the majority of people keep making themselves worse without realizing it. Think of it this way: if you eat something that has gone off, you throw up immediately. But if you eat something that has been chemically altered to make it look more vibrant, taste better and be devoid of any imperfections that insects would have caused, then why would you associate it with long-term chronic inflammation, the root of ALL illnesses? But think of it this way - those perfect apples you get in the supermarket are perfect because even the insects wouldn't go near them.

If this seems harsh, then I invite you to look at the C.H.A.R.G.E. Study, which stands for Childhood Autism Risks from Genetics and the Environment.

Scientists are only just starting to uncover the connection between our food and our genetic expression. This is especially helpful for people with autism becasue understanding the way you break down your food and how that impacts neurotransmitters means that you can potentially improve certain symptoms such as meltdowns, overwhelm, focus and concentration. I have made a video to help you understand this further. You can watch it free of charge at https://events.barefootmedicine.co.uk/intro

Have you heard about the 2003 C.H.A.R.G.E. study? That stands for Childhood Autism Risk from Genetics and the Environment.

It is a pioneering initiative aimed at thoroughly examining the wide range of environmental influences that, when coupled with genetic predispositions, could affect the onset and severity of autism and developmental disorders.

There is no doubt that the results I get back from lab tests I have done for children who have autism or other develpmental delays often indicate extremely high levels of environmental pollutants in their system, such as arsenic and glyphosate, for example.

Fortunately, there is a lot that can be done naturally to help these children to improve their detoxification processes and this is leading o some very promising and exciting outcomes. The main benefits I have seen are improved communication skills, better focus and concentration, better gut function and obviously improved mood and behaviour.

Nourishing Neurodiversity 12-week Online Group Coaching Programme starts Monday 4 November 2024.

By the end of the programme you will have a clear idea of which nutrients are lacking in your diet, whether there are destoxification issues, what the implications are for neurotransmitters that affect mood, focus, attention, sleep, communication and social interaction. Using your lab results and the live Q&A you will be able to put together a health strategy that will help you or your child to flourish and reach their potential NATURALLY without medication.

Programme includes 8 functional tests that will be delivered to your home then collected by courier as well as live online Q&A sessions and an online programme that you can access at your convenience.

Using the trademarked D.A.R.I.N.G.Approach to Autism, this programme is tried and tested and has brought outstanding results to many families who have a child with regressive autism. Whether it is communication skills, social interaction, focus and attention at school or mood and behaviour issues, identifying individual needs and personalizing treatment based on root cause imbalances is a scientifically backed way to nourish neurodiversity at home.

Dates for Group Coaching Programmes for November just released.

12-week Nourishing Neurodiversity Group Coaching including 8 functional Tests

4-week Metabolic Health Programme including metabolic test

4-week Gut Function programme to help you improve your digestion before the festive season kicks in, so you can ENJOY MEALTIMES again!

Please note that to participate you will need to have ordered your tests by Thursday 31st October so we can get your results back prior to the end of the programme.

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE so that everyone has a chance to ask questions during the Q&A sessions. Max 12 per group (family members can sign up together providing there is space)

Following feedback from many of the families I have been working with, I'm delighted to announce the start of my Group Health Coaching programmes. There are 3 spots left on the Metabolic Health, but you can join the waiting list for the October Gu Function programme and the Food Sensitivites programme. Max 12 people per programme so everyone has the chance to participate in the weekly Q&A.

Metabolic Health Group Coaching - Barefoot Medicine Address the root cause of your health concerns, energy levels and stress management with our personalized metabolic health group coaching programme

Hey Marc Bühner eat your heart out! 🤣 here’s my ’fledgling’ sourdough bread! I made the pagan one to celebrate the autumn equinox as the sun dips back to the ‘wrong’ side of the equator!! So it remains to be seen how they taste, but I evidently had a good teacher () because it didn’t stick and it has risen well! I decided to put pumpkin seeds, linseed and blue poppy seeds in it, which is probably why the cracks look so dark as you peer inside the bread!

One day to go until the Autistic Minds Live 2024 Show begins in Cardiff City Stadium! I'm delighted that after 3 years of having a stall there, I'm now going to be a Guest Speaker. I'll be talking about Functional Medicine for Autism, but it not just your 'you have to eat five-a-day' kind of talk! I'll be looking at the role nutrition plays in genetic expression and how eating certain foods can improve, or exacerbate, the less desirable symptoms of autism.

The exhibition is free to attend, but if you want to join the wide range of talks, you'll need an 'access all areas' pass Details can be found on their website below, but I hope to see as many of my friends, colleagues and clients there as possible!

Autistic Minds LIVE Cardiff 2024 - Autistic Minds Autistic Minds presents the LIVE Cardiff for 2024, giving you face to face access to services & resources for the autistic community.

What a wonderful, bountiful time of year when we can just nip outside for lunch!! Phytonutrients abound but we also need to find a way to preserve them over the winter so that we can get our nutrients without flying fruit and veg all around the world counter-season…. I’ve started making videos for my you tube channel about how to do this, but please bear with me - it takes long enough to actually DO these things without trying to video myself at the same time 🤣🤣🤣

Autistic Minds annual event in Cardiff is fast approaching once again! After two years of having a stall, this year I’ll also be speaking for the first time. I totally recommend attending this free event as it is always extremely Well attended and is such an uplifting and inspirational event!

Autistic Minds Live 2024 Cardiff is nearly here, so let us introduce one of our many great exhibitors, Barefoot Medicine Ltd

“Helping parents to improve the physical and mental health of their autistic children, and themselves, using personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans backed by functional medicine protocols in our 12-week Nourishing Neurodiversity programme.”

Autistic Minds Live 2024 Cardiff is the Premier FREE to attend event for and by the autistic community.

For more information on the show, visit https:/
/autisticminds.org.uk/how-we-can-help/autistic-minds-live/autistic-minds-live-cardiff-2024/

And to book your FREE tickets, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autistic-minds-live-cardiff-2024-tickets-720366203707

How about this for using your Food As Medicin?! I have finally got around to editing footage from the Rastafari Indigenous Village in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Here, Queen-I taught us that coconut milk is used as the perfect follow-on milk when babies are weened. As you can imagine, there is no shortage of coconuts in the garden there!
You can also see the rest of the ingredients she had prepared for our I-tal cookery lesson - more videos to follow when I have edited them!!

Coconut Milk as follow on from breast milk In the Rastafari Indigenous Village we learn natural ways to support healthy babies. When a baby is weened from breast-feeding onto the follow-on food, coco...

Steve was the author/co-author of the core Herbal Medicine and TCM texts that I have used in my 20 years as an herbalist. His amazing gift of connecting the ancient wisdom with the modern science and bringing vitally important knowledge to a wider audience outside China has been literally life-changing for me and for my patients. He will be sadly missed.

Deeply saddened to have woke this morning to the news that we have lost one of the greats within our field.
Steve Clavey has been at the forefront of pioneering work in the practice of Chinese Medicine in the West for decades. He was a keen scholar, co-authoring the gold standard ‘Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica’ that most, if not all, herbal students trained with and then writing one of the standout modern texts ‘Fluid Physiology and Pathology in Traditional Chinese Medicine’. For those who are yet to discovered this gem, it’s one of the most thorough and insightful texts written in English. I will cherish my well read, signed copy. He also started one of the most respected Journals within our field, ‘The Lantern’ and more recently created the much loved taoist blog and podcast ‘The Fat Monk’.
I was lucky enough to have a brief internship at his Melbourne clinic after graduating and will be forever grateful for his gracious sharing of his knowledge and his kindness to those around him. He has helped and mentored countless students of Chinese Medicine over the years and that generosity ensures that his legacy will live on in countless practices around the globe. A real gift to the world. His parting words to me, before I left for the UK 14 years ago, echo in my head daily in clinic when I question myself ….. ”trust in the medicine”.

Heartfelt condolences go out to Gabrielle, family and friends at this sad time.
Martin John
President, RCHM.

Here is the post from his wife Gabrielle.

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(Photo: White Pine Circle - Sharon Weizenbaum)

Engaging in hobbies, creative learning activities and interests that your child enjoys can also provide structure.

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One of the main reasons people contact me is when their child is either suspected or diagnosed with autism and is expereincing communication difficulties. Functional medicine for autism can make a tremendous difference to a hild's ability to speak, understand and communicate their needs. With the right knowledge, y can implement everything at home by adding or eliminating what your child eats based on what their body actually needs. But don't worry if your child is a 'picky eater', that is par for the course and we have ways around it!

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Some children appreicate tactile pressure and would benefit from weighted clothing and blankets, for example.

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FAQ What are some Indoor Sensory Activities for Autistic children during the summer holidays?

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Helping a non-verbal child to rgain communication skills involves a teacm of people. Ideally you will have a speech and language therapist in school, but if not then it is also possible to find online speech and language therapists instead. Working alongside them, a functional medicine practitiioner will be able to run functional tests on your child to see which nutrients they need to help with their congition, motor skills, energy levels etc, all of which are vital aspects of your chld being able to sit still and focus enough to learn to speak.

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There are also online workouts for children and parents from Yoga Download which includes physical exericse as well as meditations.

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We can get a good picture of mitochondrial function by conducting a state-of-the-art functional test known as an Organic Acids Test.

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Mindfulness & Meditation Time There’s also a great ‘bribery’ Chocolate Meditation class on the mindfulness of eating which is for young children and involves eating a chocolate button mindfully.

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How can parents help their autistic child maintain a routine and structure while navigating the summer months indoors?

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Hae you heard about the impact of Cerebral Folate Deficiency on language delay in children with autism?

Most people know that a gluten-free, casein-free diet is one of the starting points in addressing nutrition for autism, but most people do not know why. In simple terms, dairy blocks the pathway for the body to absorb and utilize folate propery, so supplementation with the correct form can help many people.

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