One of the root causes of autism is related to oxidative stress in the brain's neurons, leading to neurotoxicity and inflammation. In short, the brain is inflamed and suffers from excessive free radical damage, but lacks sufficient antioxidants to combat this damage. Individuals with autism often experience several nutritional deficiencies that exacerbate oxidative stress and neuroinflammation:
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Common nutritional deficiencies
- Insufficient antioxidants : including glutathione (the body's main antioxidant).
- Deficiency of vitamins A , E , D , zinc, selenium, magnesium, and omega -3 fatty acids .
- Mitochondrial dysfunction : Oxidative stress can affect mitochondrial function, which in turn affects nerve cells.
- High homocysteine levels : This is usually associated with heart disease, but in autism, it can exacerbate degenerative symptoms in the brain.
These deficiencies in nutrients and physiological mechanisms cause the nervous system of autistic individuals to malfunction, leading to overreaction to external stimuli and difficulty in self-regulation.
Improvement programs based on raw meat diets
Research and observation suggest that one of the most effective dietary approaches for individuals with autism is a raw meat diet . This diet eliminates most foods that may trigger allergic reactions, such as gluten and casein allergies. These allergic reactions exacerbate oxidative stress, so removing these food components greatly helps alleviate symptoms.
How to eat raw meat
- Egg yolk : Rich in nutrients such as vitamins A and D.
- Seafood and shellfish : Rich in selenium and zinc, which help resist the toxicity of heavy metals.
- Offal meats , such as beef liver, contain nutrients such as vitamin B12 , folic acid, zinc, and selenium, which help repair the nervous system and contain coenzyme Q10, which is very beneficial to mitochondria .
- Grass-fed offal supplements : If you don't like eating offal, you can choose grass-fed beef liver supplements.
Ketogenic diet with added carbohydrates
Adding a small amount of carbohydrates to this raw meat diet can make it more aligned with the ketogenic diet pattern. This helps achieve ketosis more quickly and can improve brain function and autism symptoms. Choose microgreen sprouts or sprouted vegetables , which are excellent sources of antioxidants and contain sulfanes that are effective for autism.
Important supplements
- NAC ( N- acetylcysteine) : Helps indirectly increase glutathione levels.
- Cod liver oil : Rich in omega -3 fatty acids , vitamins A and D , it can effectively reduce inflammation.
- Vitamin D : Consume 10,000 to 20,000 IU daily , which is especially helpful for people who lack sunlight in winter.
- Methylfolate and methylcobalamin ( Methyl B12 ) : These are active forms that help lower homocysteine levels and are more effective than synthetic folic acid and regular vitamin B12 .
- Coenzyme Q10 : Helps improve mitochondrial function and reduce oxidative stress.
- Methylene Blue : This is a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce oxidative stress in mitochondria and has the potential to improve symptoms of autism.
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Summarize
Individuals with autism often face various nutritional deficiencies, especially in nutrients related to antioxidants, mitochondrial function, and neurotransmission. A ketogenic diet, based on raw meat and supplemented with low-carbohydrate foods, can reduce oxidative stress and improve mitochondrial function, thus effectively alleviating autism symptoms. Furthermore, appropriate supplements, such as NAC , cod liver oil, vitamin D , and methylfolate, can further promote brain health.
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