Nourishing Autism

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40. Debunking the "Starve It Out" Method with Melanie Potock, CCC-SLP Oct 07, 2022

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In today's episode, Brittyn interviews Melanie Potock, CCC-SLP to discuss how to support children and families as part of an interdisciplinary care feeding team for children on the autism spectrum. Kids with ASD are more likely to be picky eaters and are less likely to emerge out of the "picky eating stage" as young children. Together we explore the most common reasons why children on the spectrum are picky eaters and why the "Starve It Out" Method can cause more harm than good.

IN THIS EPISODE

The importance of having a cohesive, interdisciplinary care team for children with feeding difficulties
Identifying the most important members in a care team: the child and the parent.
The issues with the term "picky eating" and how this presents challenges around getting support with feeding issues
Why children on the autism spectrum are less likely to emerge out of the "picky eating stage" as young children.
Why the "Starve It Out Method" may not be worth the risk for children on the autism spectrum
What are the three blocks of the "Stacking Model" that impact picky eating for children and why they may be experiencing feeding difficulties
The impact of Sensory Processing Disorder in picky eating and how this can affect hunger cues and food preferences
The importance of considering the whole child instead of just the growth chart

LINKS

Follow Melanie on Instagram at @mymunchbug_melaniepotock
Check out Melanie's website and free resources at https://mymunchbug.com/
Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

39. Is Food Sensitivity Testing Even Accurate? with Elisa Rocks, RDN Jun 10, 2022

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On this week's episode, Brittyn welcomes her colleague Elisa Rocks. Elisa is a registered dietitian and an autism nutrition specialist. She helps kids with autism feel well so they can lead healthier, happier lives. She offers comprehensive one-on-one support that focuses on repairing the gut, resolving food, sensitivities, replenishing, nutrients, and rebuilding a positive relationship with food for picky eaters.

Elisa is also a writer for the Autism Nutrition Library. She lives in upstate New York with her husband Matt, their two children, and two Australian shepherds!

IN THIS EPISODE

What is food sensitivity testing, if it's accurate, and what is recommended
Differences between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances
Why you should consider testing your child

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Learn more about Elisa Rocks RDN

38. Is Miralax the Only Constipation Solution? Jun 03, 2022

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On today's episode, Brittyn is discussing Miralax and constipation, which is a really common topic in autism. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal issues in children on the autism spectrum, and studies show that GI issues are directly linked to increased problem behaviors and anxiety!

It's really important that you make sure your kids are having healthy bowel movements and not only for behaviors but there are many other nutritional reasons!

IN THIS EPISODE

How GI issues and behavior problems are related
Why constipation can lead to nutritional deficiencies
Managing constipation from the inside out

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

37. A Few Life Updates from Brittyn! May 26, 2022

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Today's episode is a little different than many of the other episodes. Join Brittyn as she announces some exciting personal news, and also what you can expect from autism dietitian and the nourishing autism podcasts for the rest of the year!

IN THIS EPISODE

Brittyn and her husband are expecting their newest addition in the Fall
Courses are coming soon from the Autism Dietitian
More exciting life updates!

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

36. The Picky Eating Spectrum with Danielle Zold, RD of @PickyEatingDietitian May 20, 2022

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On today's episode, Brittyn welcomes Danielle Zold, the Picky Eating Dietitian and a personal friend on the podcast. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a Certified Lactation Counselor with a focus on pediatric nutrition and a passion for helping kids eat.

She helps parents support their children to grow to their best potential and create healthy relationships with food one bite at a time.

IN THIS EPISODE

Resources to help you expand your child's diet and creating an eating environment that is welcoming and encouraging for your little one
Why picky eating is less about the taste of the foods that your child is eating and more about the other senses they are experiencing
How developmental disorders such as autism and other neurodevelopment disorders are connected to picky eating

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @PickyEatingDietitian on Instagram
Follow Picky Eating Dietitian on Facebook
Learn more about Picky Eating Dietitian
Learn more about Feeding Matters

35. Chiropractic Care for Autism with Dr. Josh Wilson of Optimal Family Chiropractic May 13, 2022

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Today on the podcast Brittyn welcomes Dr. Josh Wilson, a board-certified chiropractor located in Edmond, Oklahoma at his practice, Optimal Family Chiropractic. He has a particular emphasis on pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care.

They connected in 2017 with a mutual client and have shared many clients since and in the episode today they discussed chiropractic for kids on the autism spectrum and the potential benefits associated with it such as the nervous system, healthy bowel movements, and many more.

IN THIS EPISODE

How chiropractic care can change the life of even the smallest of babies to adults
Ways to help your child with autism feel comfortable at the chiropractor
Different chiropractic approaches and what you can expect when you go to visit the chiropractor

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @OptimalFamilyChiropractic on Instagram
Learn more about Optimal Family Chiropractic

34. Intuitive Eating for ADHD with Becca King of @ADHD.Nutritionist May 06, 2022

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On this week's episode, Brittyn welcomes Becca King and she is @ADHD.Nutritionist on Instagram. Becca is a registered dietitian from Charlotte, North Carolina, and as an adult with ADHD who struggled for years with disordered eating, Becca is passionate about helping other adults with ADHD who struggle with binge-eating, chronic dieting, and body image issues.

She helps her clients find food freedom and improve their self-esteem. She uses the principles of intuitive eating and weight inclusive approach to nutrition for ADHD in her virtual practice.

IN THIS EPISODE

What is intuitive eating and how can you helpfully incorporate it into your child's eating patterns
How to approach intuitive eating when you have a picky eater
Common misconceptions about intuitive eating and ADHD

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @ADHD.Nutritionist on Instagram

33. Get "Autside" with Glen Collins Apr 29, 2022

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On today's episode, Brittyn welcomes Glen Collins and he is the creator of Autside, a company that has created a product line of traditional outdoor games that help the whole family come together for outdoor time, which encourages self-discovery, communication, self-confidence friendships and independence for everyone.

A portion of every Autside sale goes to nonprofits dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and their families! He and his wife, Alice are proud parents with two twin boys, Cam and Field. And in 2014, their son Cam was diagnosed with autism and this event reshape their lives forever but has also been an incredibly rewarding journey for their family.

IN THIS EPISODE

Teaching confidence and socialization through games
How his passion for family and getting his children involved started Outside
Creating autism community and awareness through brand identity and lifestyle

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @GetAutside on Instagram
Follow @GetAutside on Facebook
Learn more about Get Autside

32. Is Your Child's Sensory Cup Overfilling? with Kelsea Newman, OTR/L Apr 22, 2022

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On this weeks episode Brittyn welcomes Kelsea Newman, a pediatric occupational therapist and sensory specialist who empowers children by strengthening their senses and nervous system to help with attention, anxiety, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional regulation.

She is passionate about our sensory system and how it connects to our nervous system, which impacts every single little thing we do, how we move, how we feel, how we digest our food, how we communicate, how we learn, and how we connect to the world around us!

IN THIS EPISODE

Filling your child's sensory cup before, during, and after mealtime
How sensory processing is not the same as sensory differences
What is interoception and how can you strengthen it

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @sensory_therapist on Instagram
Learn more about how to work with Kelsea

31. Creating a Positive Experience at the Dentist and Improving Oral Health with Dr. Nidhi Taneja Apr 15, 2022

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On this episode, Brittyn welcomes special guest Dr. Nidhi Taneja, a pediatric board-certified dentist with a mission to eliminate dental fear and anxiety for every child. She is an advocate for prevention-focused, minimally invasive procedures to shift the paradigm from the traditional drill and fill model of dentistry to a functional and integrative approach to oral health.

She believes that early intervention, regular visits, and home consistency are the biggest proponents of a child's positive experience with the dentist!

IN THIS EPISODE

What is the functional approach to density
Why prevention at an early age is so important
How to make the dental experience sensory-friendly for your child on the spectrum

LINKS

Join the Autism Nutrition Library
Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Follow @dr.nidhitaneja on Instagram
Find out more about Nurture Smiles

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