Title
Study: Gluten/Casein-Free Diet Doesn't Improve Autism Symptoms
Subtitle
Small, Carefully Controlled Study Finds Gluten/Casein-Free Diets Don't Improve Behavior or Bowel Symptoms in Kids with Autism; Larger Studies Needed
Author
Autism Speaks
Summary
This online article describes a research study which found that the use of gluten-free, casein-free diets had no effects on autism symptoms, behavior, sleep, or bowel symptoms in children on the autism spectrum.
Autism Speaks describes itself as an organization "dedicated to advancing research into causes and better treatments for autism spectrum disorders and related conditions both through direct funding and collaboration; increasing understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorders; and working toward solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families across the spectrum and lifespan through advocacy and support." [Website]
Language
English
Subjects
Evaluating Research & Information
Therapies
Publisher
Autism Speaks
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:37 PM EST