Holistic Solutions for Down Syndrome
In Trisomy 21 (T21), elevated levels of oxidative stress have the effect of reducing mitochondrial energy production which results in slow digestive processes 1, 2, 3. This is an adaptive response by the body to preserve essential cellular functions 2,4.
When it comes to addressing diet, a one-size fits all approach is inadequate to address a complex condition like Down Syndrome because of the diversity of factors involved.
As a Naturopath, treating a person with Down Syndrome can feel like pulling apart the pieces of a puzzle and reorganising them in a pattern which is healthier for them. The puzzle is so complex that moving one piece won’t always be enough to balance them. The pieces have to be addressed and reorganised in relation to each other.
Nutrivene Daily supplement has been reformulated to include Luteolin and Rutin; two powerful bioflavonoids added to the TNI Protocol for neuroprotective benefits. The Powder form of Nutrivene Daily should be selected when using the TNI Calculator for accurate dosing. Overview
What is 7,8 dihydroxyflavone? 7,8 DHF is a plant derived flavonoid found in a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. It is well established that flavonoids exert health benefits due to their antioxidant capacity. Recent evidence suggests they have the
The average life expectancy of people with Down Syndrome (DS) has increased to 60 years, due to improved quality of life and social inclusion. Despite these positive advancements, chronic disease incidence remains high, and individuals with DS have the potential
Intellectual Disability, Neurodegeneration and Mitochondria Development of the DS brain is associated with a decreased number of neurons and abnormal neuronal processing. A common feature of people with DS is intellectual disability and the development of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Clinical
“There are thousands of mitochondria in every cell of your body, providing energy to every organ in your body so they can function efficiently. When you optimise mitochondria you will optimise every body process from immunity to detoxification, brain function,
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Researchers studied the several remaining Paleolithic cultures in the world to identify an ‘ideal’ microbiome, and discovered there was nothing uniform about them. What they discovered was that hunter-gatherer microbiome’s had greater bacterial diversity compared with Westerners, and this diversity
I have been using Functional Medicine (FM) testing in practice for 2 1/2 years now and I find it an invaluable tool for assessing a persons metabolic status. Its important to understand that these are not conventional medical tests that