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Amino acids play a major part in metabolism and as building blocks of protein. They are so essential that they have become known as “the building blocks of life”. Amino acids cause reactions in the cells of the body and control cellular process.

There are 22 amino acids needed by the body to manufacture around 50,000 proteins to keep the body healthy. Out of these 22, there are 8 that the body cannot produce itself and these are referred to as “essential amino acids”. These essential amino acids must be obtained on a daily basis from the food that we eat because they cannot be stored for later use.

Amino Acids and Autistic Children

Children require more amino acids in their diet than adults because they are growing, developing and also use more energy.

Studies have shown that some autistic children are deficient in certain amino acids and that they have an increased need for amino acids, when compared to other children, because they have problems metabolizing amino acids. It is therefore essential that parents make sure that their children are receiving adequate amounts of amino acids (from protein foods), particularly if they are on a restrictive diet like the GFCF Diet or SCD.

Which Amino Acids?

The amino acids that are particularly important for autistic children are:-

• Taurine - Many autistic children have been found to have deficiencies in taurine which is an antioxidant, an “anti-epileptic”  and is also needed by the body to help with the manufacturing of bile and for the absorption of fat.
• Glutamine - This amino acid is essential for gut health, for a healthy immune system and can also be used as fuel by the brain.
• Arginine - Arginine is needed for many different functions including cell division, nitric oxide metabolism, hormone release and the healing of wounds. It also helps to keep the immune system healthy. Reflux and vomiting can result from problems with nitric oxide metabolism.
• DMG - Dimethylglycine is derived from the amino acid glycine and is used by the body as a building block for DNA, neurotransmitters and hormones. It is also essential for keeping the immune and nervous systems healthy.

Increasing Amino Acid Intake

A urine sample or blood test can be used to check a child’s amino acid levels. If your child’s amino acid levels are low, you can increase their intake by:-

• Diet - Ensure that your child is eating at least two servings of 4oz of protein per day. Protein rich foods are meat, poultry, fish, eggs, pumpkin seeds, peanut butter, flaxseeds, nuts, cheese and soybeans.
• Digestive Enzymes - Giving your child digestive enzymes at the start of a meal will help their body to digest proteins properly.
• Supplements - Amino acid supplements may be beneficial if your child is deficient.

Results

A study by the ARI (Autism Research Institute) found that 42% of children taking a DMG (dimethylglycine) supplement showed improvements in their behavior and their health. These improvements included:-

• Reduction in seizures
• Improved sleep
• Better eye contact
• Improved verbal communication
• Increased shows of affection
• Improved social interaction

Amino acid supplementation is just one of the biomedical treatments that I write about in my manual “Stop Autism Now Using Secrets of Biomedical Medicine”.

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