Nutritional Management of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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In some children with ASD, food sensitivities appear to be a problem.  For this group, dietary changes can result in improvements in gastrointestinal symptoms and associated behavioural issues.  Furthermore, food selectivity/aversion and weight concerns are common issues among  children with ASD which can lead to nutritional deficiencies.

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EAT LIVE THRIVE can assist parents and children with ASD to improve the nutritional adequacy of their diets and reduce stress associated with mealtimes by addressing:

·       Suspected food sensitivities/intolerances

·       Gastrointestinal issues – including frequent constipation

·       Food aversion – textures, smells, appearance, entire food groups

·       Food selectivity or extreme “fussiness”

·       Poor weight gain, underweight, faltering growth

·       Excessive weight gain, overweight

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