# #310: Autism and Nutrition - The Research and How to Implement Autism Diets

An episode of [Turn Autism Around](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1449276654), 18 Feb 2025, 33 min.

Audio: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/turnautismaround/Podcast_310-TAA-podcast.mp3?dest-id=935921

Dr. Mary Barbera and Julie Matthews, a leading expert in autism nutrition, discuss the critical connection between nutrition and autism management. With over 22 years of experience, Julie shares insights on how diet can significantly influence behavior, cognitive function, and overall well-being for children with autism. She covers the importance of gut health, inflammation, and mitochondrial function, as well as practical dietary tips for parents looking to make positive changes. Julie also highlights research on therapeutic diets and shares actionable steps for creating a nutrition plan, including eliminating junk food and addressing picky eating.

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