Caruso Homeopathic Newsletter July 2007

It seems like Autism, Asperger’s and ADHD are as prevalent as the common cold in our society. I believe that it is a reflection of our environment, dietary choices and popular medical practices. Although a challenge, these conditions can be successfully treated to ensure higher cognitive function and social acceptance. However, whenever the prize is great, there are challenges that must be met and changes that must be made. It can take upwards of 12 months or more to see great improvement. One will see differences along the way. There are a number of factors at play that must be corrected such as diet, bowel flora, detoxification of heavy metals and food allergies. Certain behaviour patterns a child may have must be unlearned to accommodate his new capabilities. Another factor that plays a role in these disorders is the family environment and the child’s behavioural patterns.

I have found that many children with neurological disorders who are tested using a hair mineral analysis or a toxic metal screening have higher than normal levels of mercury, aluminum and lead. Although not all vaccinations

contain mercury, the flu shot still does in Canada. Why is there a push for a healthy child to get a flu shot? It is only good for the one strain and is no guarantee that the child will not get the flu. These vaccines were supposed to be reserved for the sickly and elderly because they were supposedly at risk for flu complications. Yet, this flu shot campaign has left more serious complications to those at risk. Studies have shown that those with more than five flu shots have a tenfold increase in Alzheimer’s disease. I would opt for the runny nose and day off work! In the clinic, I have noticed children with tics (facial twitches and grimaces), autism, depression and ADHD seem to have a flair up of their symptoms after these shots. Heavy metals affect the nervous system negatively and should be avoided at all costs.

Another factor that seems to play a role in neurological disorders is an imbalance in the bowel flora. There is always a balance of good and bad bacteria. If the bad bacteria is given the right conditions, it can overgrow. Many new studies have found that those with autism tend to have imbalances in their flora. I have noticed many ADHD kids to have this issue as well. The bowel flora is indirectly related to the nervous system because the blood supply to the intestinal tract is very rich. Toxins travel through the blood and affect other tissues. The cells that line the bowel called “tight junctions” line up in rows. They may become irritated from bad bacteria, separate and allow some bowel contents to escape into the blood. This is called “leaky gut” and is a hypothesis in many autoimmune and neurological disorders. Bowel flora can become imbalanced from the following:

Many of these children eat the same poor quality foods again and again. They are labelled picky eaters. They may crave these foods because when they stop eating it, the bad bacteria die off and they feel sluggish. They may even

be sensitive to the food which they can become addicted to. The bowel flora can be improved by using probiotics such as acidophilus and bifidus. Once a bad bacteria is identified, certain anti-microbials can kill it off. There is a test we offer in the clinic called a microbiology profile which can identify if there is enough beneficial bacteria and which bacteria have overgrown in the intestinal tract.

Food sensitivities can affect the quality of one’s mental function. Typical culprits are wheat, cow milk products, sugar, corn, soya, msg and citrus. Some people crave the foods they are sensitive to. Food sensitivities may trigger the following symptoms:

To be tested for food sensitivities, one can be screened at the clinic via electrodermal screening or a blood test. Supplements can help people with these conditions. B complex is good for brain function, aiding in the production of beneficial flora in the intestinal tract, immunity, energy and stress. Probiotics that contain acidophilus and Bifidobacteria help to keep the good bacteria in a higher proportion than the bad bacteria. This can help with food sensitivities, digestion, immune system and healing leaky gut. Fish oil with DHA is good brain food which helps with neurological development.

Every person is different and different regimes and remedies would suit them. A constitutional homeopathic remedy helps to normalize and correct any imbalances in a person’s physical and psychological makeup.

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BREAST THERMOGRAPHY DAY AT THE CLINIC
Friday October 24th, from 9 until 4pm

What are the benefits of breast thermography?

-Non invasive and suited to any age
-No painful compression or radiation as in mammograms
-Provides earliest possible detection of abnormal activity which may lead to cancer and other breast diseases
-It has been researched for over 30 years and had over 800 peer reviewed studies

Last time we had the breast thermography day at the clinic, it was a great success. However, many of you were disappointed that you couldn’t get in.
Please call ahead to book your thermography.
Cost $275. plus GST (50% deposit required on booking)

Did You Know You Can book Appointments Online?
I am grateful that the clinic is getting very busy and I appreciate you joining the practice and referring your friends. I have a service that many of you do not know about.
It is an online booking system. You can go to www.carusohomeopathy.com/Appt?NewLogin.aspx
to book yourself an appointment.
You can also just call or e-mail us to book something or if you cannot find a
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