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A Story of Hope: ATEC 2 Month Update

We occasionally get letters or comments from parents that have seen improvements in health with diet changes. To help provide hope to so many still in the trenches, I’ve decided to make more of an effort to share some these comments (with their permission, of course). Many of us don’t have it all figured out, but we cling to the hope and words of progress. Everyone’s journey is different, diet changes may not reap huge changes for all, but it is absolutely helping some. Like this family, glutamate and diet have been a huge piece to our [...]

A Story of Hope: ATEC 2 Month Update2020-10-01T16:06:33-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle (contains flavonoid, silymarin)– inhibits microglial activation. “Silymarin protects dopaminergic neurons against lipopolysaccharide-induced neurotoxicity by inhibiting microglia activation” .https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12473078 "In conclusion, it was conducted that there were toxic effects of MSG on male rabbits through increase the damage in the liver and Kidney and oxidative stress through elevation in ALT, AST enzymes, creatinine and cholesterol. Also, with adding Silymarin daily in a dose of (1.2mg/100g BW) showed ameliorative Impact of (Silymarin) on Monosodium Glutamate Toxicity" HEMATOLOGICAL STUDY OF SILYMARIN ON MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE TOXICITY IN RABBITS http://www.plantarchives.org/SPL%20ISSUE%2020-2/1__1-6_.pdf OTHER BENEFITS Anti-inflammatory Antioxidant Can help with glutathione production Improves [...]

Lowering Glutamate | Milk Thistle2024-08-24T18:59:51-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | B8 (Inositol)

Vitamin B8 (Inositol)- found in brown rice, organ meats, citrus, nuts, and leafy greens. Inositol (B8) is key in excess glutamate break down… “As a nootropic, Vitamin B8 (Inositol) can be used to treat panic attacks and anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), bulimia, depression in bipolar disorder and mood swings.” https://nootropicsexpert.com/vitamin-b8-inositol/

Lowering Glutamate | B8 (Inositol)2024-08-24T18:29:14-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | B12

Vitamin B12- found in beef, liver, chicken, clams, and tuna. “Protective effects of methylcobalamin, a vitamin B12 analog, against glutamate-induced neurotoxicity in retinal cell culture. Chronic administration of methylcobalamin protects cultured retinal neurons against N-methyl-D-aspartate-receptor-mediated glutamate neurotoxicity, probably by altering the membrane properties through SAM-mediated methylation.” https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9112980 “Vitamin B12 enhances GABA content but reduces glutamate content in the rat suprachiasmatic nucleus.” https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9249572

Lowering Glutamate | B122024-08-24T18:26:30-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | Vitamin C

Vitamin C- Vitamin C is intertwined with glutamate signaling and glutamate release. It has the ability to neutralize free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, improve mitochondrial function, and offer protection during glutamate release. The use of whole food sources such as rose hips, Camu Camu, guava, kiwi, strawberry, cherry, blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, beet, carrot, spinach, broccoli, kale, cabbage, parsley, brussel sprouts, ginger, cauliflower, cranberries, asparagus, etc. are much preferred over supplementation in my opinion (glutamate risk and may contribute to oxalate issues). “Vitamin C also has antioxidant properties that may prove to be helpful in treating HD. [...]

Lowering Glutamate | Vitamin C2024-08-24T19:11:35-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | Zinc

Zinc-  It is important to note that zinc and copper need to be in balance and supplementing with one can disrupt this balance. New study presents a working model that could point to a better understanding of autism’s underpinnings. “The new study, led by Stanford neuroscientists John Huguenard, PhD, and Sally Kim, PhD, and then-graduate student Huong Ha, PhD, showed that zinc is required for the proper behavior of two related proteins, Shank 2 and Shank 3, that hang out at most synapses in the brain. Among their duties, Shank 2 and Shank 3 can reshuffle [...]

Lowering Glutamate | Zinc2024-08-24T19:13:31-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | Drug Options

Pharmaceutical & Drug Options ****I WOULD NOT ENCOURAGE THE USE OF MOST OF THESE DRUGS**** “There are many drugs that target your GABA receptors like Ativan, Xanax, Klonipin, Valium, and Neurontin (Gabapentin) and others. These drugs look similar in chemical structure as gamma-aminobutyric acid so they can fit in your GABA receptors, which artificially stimulates them, but they do not actually increase production. Therefore they do not address the underlying problem of not producing enough, because there must be some level of GABA present in order for these drugs to have an effect. Furthermore, anytime a substance [...]

Lowering Glutamate | Drug Options2021-09-16T12:39:28-04:00

Lowering Glutamate | B6

Vitamin B6, aka Pyridoxine Vitamin B6 is mainly provided by diet and bacterial synthesis in the gut. All B-Vitamins help to convert food into fuel and are important in energy production. B6 is essential for normal brain development, nervous system regulation, amino acid metabolism, and keeping our immune system functioning well. Vitamin B6 is essential in converting excitatory glutamate into calming GABA. Deficiencies in Vitamin B6 alone can contribute to a build-up of excess glutamate, resulting in symptoms. In a recent study, it has been proposed that Vitamin B6 can help repair the GABA system. Therefore, [...]

Lowering Glutamate | B62024-08-24T18:28:31-04:00

REID | Tampa, FL

Where to Eat Intelligent Gourmet is located in the back of the local health food store, Palma Ceia Village Health Market.  They have a wide variety of REID, gluten-free, vegan, paleo and keto meals and baked goods. Very casual and easy to grab meals on the run. BarTaco- located in Hyde Park Village, this restaurant has many gluten-free, REID friendly items, and even clean cocktails, all in a great ambiance. Our son will typically have roasted chicken, cucumber, fruit, and broccoli. A note for myself, the fish is fried in rice flour. Hyppo Pops- After you've had [...]

REID | Tampa, FL2019-09-12T09:47:37-04:00
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