Julie Matthews Recognized for Global Impact of Nourishing Hope for Autism

May 9, 2013 • Categories: Autism News, Media Events • by

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

I’m deeply touched to be honored by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals for my efforts in sharing an imperative message…that Food and Nutrition MATTER for children with autism, ADHD, and other childhood disorders.  I wanted to share my acceptance speech so you can hear what’s in my heart.

 

The passion that drives me everyday stems from the help and support these families need and the impact I see while working with them.

Since the onset of my nutrition career more than twelve years ago, I’ve firmly believed that strategic attention to dietary matters and

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25 Vegetables in a Dozen Kid-Friendly Ways

May 3, 2013 • Categories: Autism News • by

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Can you name 25 vegetables your kids have tried?  How about 10?  If you are like most of my clients, the answer is no.

The #1 challenge most parents have in feeding their children well is getting them to eat vegetables.  Some kids won’t eat anything green, others won’t touch anything mushy, and some won’t eat it simply “because it’s a vegetable.”  Different colored vegetables contain different essential vitamins, minerals and phyto-nutrients.   Having a varied diet with a lot of different vegetables helps ensure that children get proper nutrition.

In most families, there are one or two “go-to” vegetables

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Nourishing Hope returns to Australia!

May 1, 2013 • Categories: Autism News • by

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Julie Matthews, leading autism diet and nutrition specialist returns to Australia in May 2013. Don’t miss these opportunities to see, learn from, and become inspired by Julie.

In collaboration with the Mindd Foundation and sponsored by Houston Enzymes, Speech Nutrients, and Bio-Botanical Research, Julie travels to Australia to present at imperative educational events in Sydney, Perth, and the Sunshine Coast.
(read below about WHY these sponsors)

* Sydney: May 17-20 – Mindd International Forum
* Perth: May 26 – Nourishing Hope for Children – Autism/ADHD Workshop
* Sunshine Coast: June 2nd – Nourishing Hope for Children – Autism/ADHD Workshop

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Note from Julie Matthews on Autism Awareness Month

April 2, 2013 • Categories: Autism News • by

Being April, the words “autism awareness” are being strewn everywhere.

JulieGGBridgeHowever, “awareness” of autism prevalence alone falls short. People need to know WHAT autism is, and HOW you can improve the lives and families of those affected.Sadly, too many Autism Awareness articles do not honestly tell people what they can do to help.

The greatest “autism awareness” that you can share, is the fact that the trajectory of the disorder CAN be influenced by the CHOICES a parent makes regarding treatment and therapies. Things cannot improve until you know that they can!

Improving what you feed your child is very

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Deviled Eggs (RECIPE)

April 2, 2013 • Categories: Autism News, Food & Nutrients, Recipes - Cooking To Heal • by

I have to confess I’ve always LOVED deviled eggs.

I used to be embarrassed to say so – I always thought I was the only one.  Deviled eggs seemed like a strange appetizer relic from the seventies.  Throwing parties, I assumed they would not be that popular.  However, since I loved them, I started making them, and I’ve learned, I’m not the only one!  Lots of people love deviled eggs too, including children!  They always run out quickly.

Now, make sure you use pastured eggs, for beautiful and flavorful bright yellow/orange yolks.  Using homemade mayo is best, but either way,

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The Gaps in GAPS? What you need to know

March 7, 2013 • Categories: Autism News, Food & Nutrients, Scientific Research • by

BridgingTheGapAs a Certified Nutrition Consultant specializing in autism for over ten years, I have found the GAPS Diet to be one of the most effective strategies for aiding health and healing.

Extensive scientific research indicates that children with autism suffer from gastrointestinal disorders more than do neurotypical children [1],[2].  We also know that there is an increase in “leaky gut,” or gut permeability in autism [3],[4], and that those with GI issues may not have enough carbohydrate-digesting enzymes (key rationale for to the GAPS diet) [5],[6].

One study by Dr. James Adams demonstrated that ASD children had greater incidence of

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Study: Gastrointestinal Symptoms Correlate with Autism Severity

February 12, 2013 • Categories: Autism News • by

boy_tummyache_iStock_000014831124XSmallIt has long been suspected by parents (and many health professionals), that children with autism have higher prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Ask any parent of a child with autism, and they will likely tell you that their child has gastrointestinal symptoms: diarrhea, constipation, gas/bloating, or pain.

Regrettably, digestive symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, and bloating are often ignored or considered an aspect of a child’s “autism.” This suggests that somehow diarrhea and other potty accidents are a “behavior,” and result of autism. This is preposterous.

After years of study, research is confirming that GI problems are higher in children with

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Gelatin Hearts (RECIPE)

February 12, 2013 • Categories: Recipes - Cooking To Heal • by

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GFCF/ Soy-free/ SCD/GAPS/Low oxalate

Gelatin Hearts are finger gelatin that you can pick up and eat with your fingers.  It is two layers of gelatin with a strawberry heart in the middle.

Read instructions and get ingredients for everything ready.  Start with the White Gelatin.

For gelatin, use a good quality gelatin from pasture-raised cows.  If you are using gelatin packets, please note they are often 2 teaspoons rather than1 tablespoon so you will want to measure the amount.

Delicious with no added sweetener.  Use honey or no sweetener for SCD/GAPS.

White Gelatin Layer– Coconut Gelatin

Ingredients

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Supplements for Autism and ADHD

January 13, 2013 • Categories: Autism News, Food & Nutrients, Underlying Biochemistry • by

supplementWhen following any specialized diet for healing, you’ve got to know about supplements.

After speaking with thousands of parents at conferences, webinars, and client appointments over the past ten years, I’ve realized that this is a topic of great confusion for parents.

Awareness of the importance of supplementation typically begins with the issue of calcium. If you’re following a GFCF diet, you’ve likely learned about the need to supplement calcium intake because of the omission of dairy (key calcium source) from your child’s diet. How much to give, and what type of calcium to use are common questions.

These are

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Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake & Cupcakes (RECIPE)

January 4, 2013 • Categories: Autism News, Recipes - Cooking To Heal • by

New Year Intention Cupcakes

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Because my Father-in-Law’s birthday falls on the day after New Year’s, his birthday is often overlooked. We decided to have a birthday party for him in combination with a New Year’s Day party with friends. While I was preparing cupcakes for the party, I wondered how I could make them more New Year’s celebration-friendly. I had these beautiful cupcake liners that I was planning to use from the Chronicle Books “Pretty Cupcake Kit,” which included some pretty cupcake flags (that I’d previously ignored). But as my toddler was playing with them, it dawned on me that

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