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Chapter 8. Step 3 Remyelinating of The Nerves
second formula for a combined effect. Also, some parents have had good results
with small amounts of supplements containing natural dopamine.
Also, as I mentioned earlier, imbalances in the level of norepinephrine relative
to dopamine can cause some of the hyperactivity and attention issues which are
commonly seen. Balancing the support for the “long way” around the pathway
relative to the “short cut” through the methylation cycle can help to improve the
behaviors. The use of the Attention Support RNA along with shifting to “long
route” support seems to make a positive difference for attention issues, especially
for those who are BHMT 8+.
At this point, depending on the calcium levels seen on a urine essential element
test, you may want to look at supplementing calcium to aid neurotransmission.
Remember, however, that too much calcium can still be a problem. One approach
is to use a calcium/ magnesium/vitamin D/vitamin K supplement, and substitute
it for the individual magnesium, vitamin D and vitamin K supplements. Again,
this will vary depending on the child and on the level of calcium in the system.
Higher dosages of some of the supplements that support myelination will accelerate
the myelination process somewhat. Some parents have used up to four
SAMe per day with two B complex. In addition, they have used two curcumin
and doubled up on some of the other methylating agents. While this may speed
up the process, watch carefully for potential side effects such as mood swings or
vision issues. If this occurs, back off on the dosages. Do NOT increase the levels
of 5 methyl folate, intrinsic B12/Folate, folinic, or the nucleotides. Due to the
MTHFR mutation in virtually all of the children, this could create problems.
You are better off to just keep the door open on this MTHFR pathway, rather
than flooding it with supplementation.
B12 deserves special mention in terms of dosage. So far, as mentioned earlier,
according to published work by Dr. James Neubrander, no toxic doses of B12
have been found. The more the better seems to be what parents are finding. In
some cases, going to highly elevated doses of B12 (50 milligrams and above) has
helped to stimulate speech in children that were apraxic. However, it is always
possible that your child will be the one child who will react adversely to high
doses of B12. Again, progress slowly, use caution, and consult with your health
care practitioner when utilizing this or any other program.
Knowing the Nutrigenomic profile is very useful in determining the right kind
of B12 support, such as whether hydroxy or methyl B12 will be more suitable.
Nutrigenomics will also help you to gauge the amount of B12 that may be needed
to achieve balance. In terms of B12 use, one exception is children with COMT
+/+ status who cannot tolerate high doses of any methylating agents. When supplementing
these children with methylating agents like B12, use caution and
proceed slowly.
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