Nourishing Autism
by Brittyn ColemanBrittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD, is a distinguished Registered Dietitian and Autism Nutrition Expert, known for her innovative, sensory-friendly feeding approach to nutrition for children on the autism spectrum. As the founder of the Nourishing Autism Collective, and as an autism sibling herself, Brittyn brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. She empowers families with her expert guidance, helping children receive essential nutrients for optimal health and development. Her strategies are tailored to the unique dietary needs and sensory preferences of each child. Brittyn's influence extends beyond her membership site through her active social media presence and her popular podcast, 'Nourishing Autism'. Her educational content on Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms has established her as a leading voice in autism nutrition, providing valuable resources, practical advice, and a supportive community for parents and professionals.
Copyright: © 2024
Episodes
21. Preparing for a Successful Valentine's Day
8m · PublishedValentine’s Day is full of celebration and traditions, but this can also be a time of high stress for you and your child with autism. They often have more exposure to new foods or foods that they may be allergic or sensitive to, and it can also be really overstimulating! This is a great time to explore new food options, and if your child is comfortable, new social opportunities!
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Preparing your child for new interactions through some social stories
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Talking to teachers and your child’s care team about preparing for the holiday
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How to incorporate your child’s nutritional needs without compromising the fun of Valentine’s Day!
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
20. 3 Reasons Why Nutrient Deficiencies are Common in Autism
11m · PublishedDo you suspect that your child’s limited diet is leaving them lacking in specific nutrients? Nutrient deficiencies are extremely common in children and adults with autism, but that does not mean that this statement is a one size fits all approach.
Join Brittyn as she digs deeper into the top 3 reasons your child could be suffering from a nutrient deficiency and how to fix them!
IN THIS EPISODE
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How the MTHFR gene could be affecting your child’s ability to absorb nutrients
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Why gut health impacts deficiencies
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Which nutrient deficiencies are most common in children with autism
LINKS
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
20. 3 Reasons Why Nutrient Deficiencies are Common in Autism
11m · PublishedDo you suspect that your child’s limited diet is leaving them lacking in specific nutrients? Nutrient deficiencies are extremely common in children and adults with autism, but that does not mean that this statement is a one size fits all approach.
Join Brittyn as she digs deeper into the top 3 reasons your child could be suffering from a nutrient deficiency and how to fix them!
IN THIS EPISODE
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How the MTHFR gene could be affecting your child’s ability to absorb nutrients
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Why gut health impacts deficiencies
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Which nutrient deficiencies are most common in children with autism
LINKS
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
19. Breaking The Constipation Loop
7m · PublishedDid you know that children with autism are more likely to experience constipation due to lack of fiber, dehydration, low muscle tone, food sensitivities, and other underlying GI issues like yeast and dysbiosis? This may leave you wondering what exactly you can do to help, but let me reassure you that this does not have to be a chronic condition for your child!
Listen along as Brittyn discusses getting to the root of the constipation loop and how to break it.
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How encopresis can be mistaken for other GI symptoms
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Supplements (other than Miralax) that can help your child’s constipation
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What consists of the constipation loop and how to break it
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
18. What Is Your Child's Behavior Telling You?
10m · PublishedHave 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!
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Advocating for your child’s communication method with your care team
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Nutritional needs and how they relate to non-verbal and verbal communication cues
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How to find support for your child’s nutritional needs
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
17. Why Traditional Picky Eating Tactics Don't Work for Autism
11m · PublishedIs 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!
IN THIS EPISODE
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Why the starve it out method does not work
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Finding a certified SOS therapist
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How sensory processing disorders and picky eating are linked
LINKS
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
17. Why Traditional Picky Eating Tactics Don't Work for Autism
11m · PublishedIs 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!
IN THIS EPISODE
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Why the starve it out method does not work
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Finding a certified SOS therapist
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How sensory processing disorders and picky eating are linked
LINKS
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
16. Routines Over Resolutions
8m · PublishedDid 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.
IN THIS EPISODE
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Practical steps to identify your routines
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Why routines are better than resolutions
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How to brainstorm for long-term success
LINKS
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
15. Happy Holidays!
2m · PublishedWe are taking a week off for the holidays so you can spend more quality time with your family.
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.
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Need Christmas Recipes and Tips? Check out —> [Round Up] Christmas Recipes + Tips for a Merry Day!
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
15. Happy Holidays!
2m · PublishedWe are taking a week off for the holidays so you can spend more quality time with your family.
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.
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Need Christmas Recipes and Tips? Check out —> [Round Up] Christmas Recipes + Tips for a Merry Day!
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Join the Autism Nutrition Library
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Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram
Nourishing Autism has 65 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 17:18:27. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on December 22nd 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 26th, 2024 04:44.
