The Encyclopedia of Dietary Interventions for the Treatment of Autism and Related Disorders [Paperback]

Karyn Seroussi (Author), Lisa Lewis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 23, 2008

There is still a great deal to learn about childhood disorders like autism and ADD, but we do know that for some individuals, changes in diet can make a significant difference. In addition to improved physical symptoms (such as skin rashes or digestive problems), behavioral and learning problems can also improve through dietary intervention. This reference guide includes discussion of the research behind dietary interventions and the principles behind the different types of diets discussed.
The Encyclopedia for Dietary Interventions is an easy-to-use reference guide. Its alphabetized entries include all the important terms, concepts and theories behind every diet currently being used, as well as a thorough discussion of the diets themselves. The length of entries varies, with long entries for complicated concepts and short definitions for simpler terms. Extensive footnotes will lead the interested reader to primary and secondary references.
Physicians who see patients on the autism spectrum will find the book a useful resource, and will want to recommend it to parents. Parents struggling to keep up with the latest theories will find it a life-saving reference.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Dietary Intervention is one of the most successful medical treatments for individuals with autism disorders, and a comprehensive reference guide has been long overdue. This is a book I will be recommending for all of my patients." -Jeffrey Bradstreet, MD, Director, International Child Development Resource Center. --Individual review

"This book is a godsend for those of us who thought we didn't have the time or energy for special diets!" - Katherine Ebbesen Roer, autism advocate and parent --Individual review

About the Author

Karyn Seroussi is the author of Unraveling the Mystery of Autism and PDD, the story of her son's autism recovery through dietary and other biomedical interventions.Lisa Lewis is the author of Special Diets for Special Kids I & II, the foremost books on gluten and casein free diets for children with disabilities.
In 1995, Lewis and Seroussi created an international parent network called the Autism Network for Dietary Intervention (ANDI). Through ANDI, the authors have educated thousands about dietary and biomedical interventions. Thirteen years, three books, countless conferences and fifty thousand emails later, they have put the sum of their knowledge here, in The Encyclopedia of Dietary Interventions for the Treatment of Autism and Related Disorders.

Product Details

• Paperback: 223 pages
• Publisher: Sarpsborg Press; 1st edition (June 23, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0615201695
• ISBN-13: 978-0615201696
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #793,748 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource!, July 30, 2008

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Kathrine Ebbesen Rør (Norway) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Encyclopedia of Dietary Interventions for the Treatment of Autism and Related Disorders (Paperback)

Finally a book that makes special diets easier. There is so much to learn and understand for us parents starting out with dietary interventions for a child with autism. This book hands it to you in "plain speak", shows relevant references, and is packed with hints and tips. Lisa Lewis and Karyn Seroussi have done a wonderful job, thank you!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for new and old alike, August 6, 2008

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Elaine E. Boby (chicago, il) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Encyclopedia of Dietary Interventions for the Treatment of Autism and Related Disorders (Paperback)

This book is just what the autism community needs to get people going with diet intervention. I started four years ago and since then the sea change in perception about diets helping kids with autism has been amazing. This is the perfect book for those who are starting out and are overwhelmed by all the info and various diets out there.

Great to give your therapists and doctors as well for a reference, and helpful to have around for a simple but thorough explanation of all of the biomedical and biochemical issues.

I also recommend the Special Diets for Special Kids Cookbooks by Lisa Lewis and of course Unraveling the Mysteries of Autism and PDD by Karyn Seroussi's (a memoir about her sons recovery) is a big inspiration.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars TACA Families love this resource!, December 23, 2008

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Lisa Ackerman (Newport Beach, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Encyclopedia of Dietary Interventions for the Treatment of Autism and Related Disorders (Paperback)

Back in 2000 when I heard about this "diet for autism," Karyn Seroussi and Lisa Lewis became my new best friends. Their books guided me through all of the particulars of the diet for my son.

Their new book is an amazing resource, and one that I recommend to all of our families looking for nutritional help for their children. This is an invaluable reference tool that will save caregivers hours of research. As usual, the Seroussi/Lewis team makes it easy! Thanks Karyn & Lisa!