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Chapter 1. Discovering The Pathways
and relatives. Although much of it may already be familiar, along with a complete
explanation of the step-by-step approach, you may also find a few new gems. One
of my goals in undertaking this approach is to empower parents, practitioners,
and adults who have other, related health issues.
By nature, multifactorial conditions like autism are complex. Any form of individualized
health care also must account for the many individual variations. Due
to my goal of offering empowerment in health care, I seek to share the core science
with you, rather than simply offering recommendations for addressing this
condition. I do this so that you don’t have to take my word for the recommendations,
but can understand for yourself why they are valid. This information not
only empowers you, it also helps you follow the program.
At the same time, this science is complex, so I encourage a gradual immersion.
As you first read this book, begin the steps, and avail yourself of the vast amount
of information on the chat room, just take it one step at a time. Gradually, the
program, and the science underlying it, will become more and more familiar.
Accordingly, I’ve designed this book to make it as easy as possible for busy parents,
busy practitioners, and adults facing a chronic condition to become familiar
with the foundations and begin the steps toward health.
The Core Science
In Part One, I’ll cover the foundational science. Following the basic introduction
are two chapters detailing some of the core science underlying the program.
These two chapters are designed so that the most essential material can be found
in the first half to two thirds of each chapter—with more detailed information
provided as the chapter progresses. That way, you can decide to read the more
complex content now, skip it to read later on, or go back and reread it as you gain
your footing. Don’t feel concerned if you need to read some of this material over
and over. After all, most of you probably do not have an advanced scientific degree.
But don’t worry, over time it does make sense—I promise!
And a word to the scientists and practitioners: Some of you may already be very
familiar with the basic framework and will enjoy a few of the new ideas and
clinical insights I’ll share. For those now considering for the first time the unique
synergy between genetics, biochemical testing, and natural supplements that this
book offers—I want to welcome you and say how honored I feel to be able to open
further access to this promising new arena of scientific discovery. While you can
rest assured that every single facet of this approach is built on a solid foundation
of research and clinical practice, this handbook has a specific purpose: It’s a user’s
guide to the program. Therefore, I’m not providing references and footnotes.
However, all of the articles can be found on my website, where you will find an
extensive list of resources.
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