Autism Society Ontario
Simcoe County Branch
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Mega-Vitamin Therapy Dr Bernard Rimland, director of the Autism Research Institute, and other scientists investigated claims from parents on improvements seen in their children after taking certain vitamins. A vitamin
and mineral therapy was developed, which is now considered an effective
treatment for some individuals with autism. It is important to take Vitamin B6 in combination with other vitamins and minerals, in order to help metabolize vitamin B6 and magnesium. Studies have shown that vitamin B6 helps to control hyperactivity, and improve overall behaviour. Although improvements vary considerably among individuals, other possible improvements are: speech improvements, improved sleeping patterns, lessened irritability, increased attention span, decrease in self-stimulation, overall improvement in general health [See icbr.B. Rimland] In some
cases behavioural improvements can be seen in a matter of days. However, the
vitamins often take 60-90 days to show any effects. Dosage is an important
consideration. The Autism Research Institute provides a form letter on
B6/magnesium therapy that includes a detailed description of the treatment, a
dosage chart, a table of scientific research data, and an extensive
bibliography. Reading this report before beginning the megavitamin therapy is
recommended. Kirkman
Laboratory produces a relatively inexpensive mega-B6/magnesium supplement which
provides many other essential vitamins and nutrients, making it superior to B6
and magnesium alone.
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