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Start with
Spectrum Support Ultra- Sensitive Formula, with possible trial of one of the other formulas after 2- 3 months if desired. |
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Start with
Spectrum Support I and work up to Spectrum Support II PAK after 2-3 months if desired. |
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Start with Spectrum Support II
(P5P), and work up to Spectrum Support III after 2-3 months if desired. |
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Is child able to
tolerate other vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements? |
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Does child
have significant
metabolic or neuro or sensory difficulties? |
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Does the child
do well on high doses of vitamin B6? |
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Start with
Spectrum Support II PAK, with trial after 2-3 months of Spectrum Support II (P5P). |
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This flowchart is made to assist parents in determining a starting formula for children. We do not yet
have a similar flowchart for adults. Adults, please give us a call at 831 465-0104, and we would be happy to help you determine a good starting formula for yourself.
The most common question we hear is "which supplement should I start with?" Here are some
guidelines for determining which of our Spectrum Support formulas might be the most appropriate starting place for your child. If you are still unsure after considering these questions, please give us a call at 831 465-0104. |
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Choose "yes" if the child has ever had ANY of the following
on a regular basis:
Loose stools
Difficulty moving the bowels
Badly formed stools
Undigested material in stools
Abdominal discomfort
Abnormal digestive test results
Gut flora imbalance
Food allergies
Eczema
Special diet recommended by doctor
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Vitamin B6 (along with magnesium) is extremely helpful to
many spectrum issues. The reason for this question is to help determine the optimal amount for each child. Taking too much B6 can be associated with:
Excessive energy/activity levels
Agitation
Sleep disruptions
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A very small percentage of children on the spectrum are
so intolerant to the world that they react to literally almost everything around them, including vitamins, minerals, foods, chemicals and so on. For this exceptionally sensitive 3-5%, our Ultra-Sensitive Formula is a good starting choice. Over time, we find that they may be able to tolerate the regular formulas. |
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Formula Suggestion Flowchart (for Children)
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Choose "yes" if your child shows more than two of the following:
Repetitive behaviors
Insistance on same routines
Intense odd interests
Self-stimulatory behaviors
Over or under-sensitivity of touch, smell, taste or hearing
Sleep problems
Walks on toes
Spins or likes spinning things
Lack of language or odd language
Doesn't 'get' nonverbal social cues
Difficulty understanding others
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Start with
Spectrum Support I and work up to Spectrum Support II after 2-3 months if desired. |
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Is there a
history of any significant gastrointestinal issues? |
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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No
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No
or
Don't Know |
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Explanation
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No
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The statements above have not been reviewed by the Food & Drug Administration.
Neither these statements or the products referred to claim to treat, cure, or diagnose any disease or condition and are not intended to serve as a replacement for the services of a physician or other qualified healthcare practitioner. |