The Nourishing Autism Podcast
18. What Is Your Child's Behavior Telling You?
Have you ever thought that your child’s behavioral actions are related to a nutritional problem? Sadly, so often children with autism often don't receive adequate medical care because they can't always tell us what's wrong.
Brittyn will be discussing how your verbal or non-verbal child may be using other communication tools such as head banging, pushing on their stomach, and even other verbal tools that something deeper is happening!
17. Why Traditional Picky Eating Tactics Don't Work for Autism
Is 2022 the year that you are determined to work on your child’s picky eating habits? While this is a great goal, you may want to make sure you are choosing a method that is going to create sustainable results for your child while creating a supportive environment through this process. This is why finding a healthcare professional that is certified in this area is so important!
16. Routines > Resolutions
Did you know that 80% of people will ditch their New Years resolutions by February? If you are looking to start any New Years resolutions for your family, consider routines instead! Not only will you have long-term success instead of short-term burnout, but you will also set your family up for routines that support your goals.
15. Happy Holidays!
If you are looking for some holiday recipes and tips in my membership, I've pulled together 20 different holiday recipes that include breakfast and main dish options as well as many different desserts inside my membership, the Autism Nutrition Library! The price goes up next year, so now is a great time to join a like-minded community and take steps to help your child feel their best.
14. Food Allergies, Sensitivities, and Intolerances
Did you know that children with autism are more likely to also have food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances? While these words are often used interchangeably, they are all very different in how they present themselves, how we test for them, and how they can be treated!
13. To Supplement or Not to Supplement?
Have you ever felt shamed for offering or not offering supplements to your child with autism?
Supplements can be a great source of nutrients that your child may not be getting from their diet if they do not eat a broad diet of fruits, veggies, whole grains, and protein. Let’s dig deeper, without judgment, on when and when to not supplement!
12. 3 Reasons Your Child is Eating Non-Food Items
Is your child afraid of trying new foods, but will put just about anything else in their mouth like rocks, dirt, paper, and play-doh?
Your child could be trying to tell you something more. In this episode, I will be giving you 3 reasons that your child with autism could be eating non-food items!
11. Happy Thanksgiving + Exclusive Black Friday Offer!
We are taking off this week for you to enjoy more time with your family and friends! For Thanksgiving resources, check out last week's episode for tips for a stress-free holiday. We also have an exclusive Black Friday offer, so give this quick episode a listen for next steps!
10. Preparing for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving
It’s the season of Thanksgiving, and along with the excitement can come a feeling of uncertainty if you have a child on the spectrum.
This could be for a variety of reasons such as a change in schedule, new foods, new people, and other variations in the day that could change your child’s regular routine. Tune in as I give my top six tips for navigating and preparing for a stress-free Thanksgiving!
09. How I Became the Autism Dietitian
Are you wondering how exactly I became the Autism Dietitian?
While there is no autism nutrition certification, there are definitely avenues that you can take to educate and cultivate your knowledge. I will be sharing about my journey through college, my career, and the resources that I used to get to where I am today!
08. Should You Go Gluten Free?
Is the gluten-free diet right for your child with autism?
If your child is on the autism spectrum it is almost inevitable to not hear about going gluten. While the topic of gluten allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances is vast, there is a lot of research that supports going gluten-free in children with autism.
Listen along as I dig further into the topic of going gluten-free, and how it may or may not be for your child!
07. Swept Under the "Autism Rug"
Do you feel like your child is getting swept under the “autism rug”?
On today’s episode, Brittyn is digging deeper into what it means to advocate for your child’s needs. There are a lot of symptoms that are commonly associated with autism, but does that mean that they're normal?
Each of your child’s symptoms deserves attention, and a specialist to help you dig deeper. Learn how to not let it get swept under the rug!
06. Enjoying Special Events & Holidays
Special events almost always revolve around food and they're often feel good foods like cake, candy, and ice cream. While these taste delicious, they're not necessarily foods that aren't going to improve your nutrition or help your child feel their best, which is what I'm all about. Helping your kids feel their best so that they can reach their full potential. Let’s explore preparing for the holidays and finding alternatives that your kids enjoy and are more nutritious!
05. Balancing Meals for Kids with Autism
Have you ever wondered how to balance your child’s plate with autism? In this episode, we break down how to balance your child’s plate and how this can help with mood, focus, and energy levels. We also discuss a common reason for mid-morning or mid-afternoon crashes in school and how to resolve it.
04. Getting Started with Nutrition for Autism
We start off this podcast by answering one of the most common questions: "I feel so overwhelmed. Where do I even begin?" So if you've ever felt overwhelmed or intimidated by nutrition for autism, you are not alone, and this episode is for you!
03. Picky Eating & Autism
Did you know up to 90% of parents with children on the spectrum report picky eating? In this episode, we unpack why picky eating is so common in autism as well as resources to support you as you work to expand your child’s diet.
02. Why is Nutrition Important for Autism?
From picky eating to gut issues, we will cover the top reasons why nutrition is incredibly important for those on the autism spectrum and how proper nutrition can drastically improve quality of life.
01. Welcome to Nourishing Autism!
On the first episode of Nourishing Autism, I share my “why” behind this podcast and my private practice. I’ll also explain my approach to nutrition before diving into the biggest topics surrounding autism nutrition.
00. Nourishing Autism Trailer
Join me in my new podcast, Nourishing Autism, as we dive into evidence-based approaches to help children with autism feel their best, do their best, and be their best. We explore topics ranging from dietary changes and nutrition supplements to lifestyle modifications. Subscribe now, invite your friends and family, and join me in Nourishing Autism.