#complexautism

In this BioNexus Health Podcast episode, Master Herbalist Dr. Jodi A. Dashore presents the idea of Complex Autism—a subset of autism spectrum disorder in which underlying medical conditions are frequently neglected but greatly contribute to symptoms and total health. Dr. Dashore describes how pathogens, biotoxins, and immune dysfunction can mask or exacerbate symptoms of autism and impact more than one system within the body. She stresses the need for extensive investigations, specific clinical protocols, and specialty laboratory testing to identify possible causative factors. Parents and caregivers everywhere will benefit from seeing natural, plant-based, and herbal medicine strategies that can provide significant relief and better outcomes for youngsters. This segment also broaches the subject of related chronic illnesses like Lyme disease, mold illness, mast cell activation syndrome, Crohn's, colitis, and others—providing hope and education to families who are living complicated health journeys.