Lets say you think you have a cure... for ANYTHING

[Gerald Wilgus]

There was a series on Amazon a while back that talked about Thalidomide and how Dr Frances Oldham Kelsey raised concerns and fought against its approval.

The story of what could have happened, but didn't is a perfect example of why due diligence is so important.

I have worked with Consumer Safety Officers from the FDA. Usually I would answer questions about Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls. Particularly the validation of manufacturing processes. I made certain that my work was thorough, well documented according to Good Manufacturing Practice, and capable of meeting pre-approved criteria for success. Drug and device manufacturers are constantly doing due diligence on products and their processes.

 

[Crossbreed]

My experience comes from participating with a leading 2e figure in developing her doctoral thesis. She affirmed my observations and pointed me to leaders in the field who were coming to the same conclusions.

 

[Darkkin]

There is a book that just came out Anxious Eaters by Chrzan that takes an anthropological look at the history of diets. It is on my reading list, as such, I did a shelf blurb about it and it was gone before I was done with my shift.

Food fads are what dictate the cookbook and health and wellness topics in publishing. Fifteen years ago, gluten-free free was maybe five books, paleo-keto was nonexistent, dairy free eh...there was some, but not a huge selection.

Cooking for Isaiah by Nardone was one of the first titles to hit mainstream media in 2010.

Now almost 73% of cookbooks are geared toward speciality diets and lifestyles (e.g. vegan, vegetarian).

 

[Gerald Wilgus]

Do a quick read into the quality standards and testing of vitamins and supplements. Look up the regulations on them...It is eye opening.

Vitamins generally must be produced according to the standards in Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulation, Part 211, Current Good Manufacturing Practice for Finished Pharmaceuticals as well as the U S Pharmacopeia. There are no standards for the manufacture of supplements that protect their efficacy, purity and safety.

 

[Darkkin]

Vitamins generally must be produced according to the standards in Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulation, Part 211, Current Good Manufacturing Practice for Finished Pharmaceuticals as well as the U S Pharmacopeia. There are no standards for the manufacture of supplements that protect their efficacy, purity and safety.

Exactly. About the only rule for supplements is that they cannot claim to treat or cure any condition.

 

[Crossbreed]

That falls under the category of observational studies, (see the attached chart of evidence in order of strength)...

(I could not find such an attached chart...)

 

[Fino]

Two fairly recent and well researched books on the history of autism.

In a Different Key by Zucker and Donovan
Neurotribes: A History of Autism by Silberman

In a Different Key is an excellent book!

 

[Au Naturel]

There was a series on Amazon a while back that talked about Thalidomide and how Dr Frances Oldham Kelsey raised concerns and fought against its approval.

The story of what could have happened, but didn't is a perfect example of why due diligence is so important.

Kelsey is a genuine hero and everything a scientist should be. I think they named a medal after her.

 

[Marla]

Yes. It's extremely easy to see the correlation between modern commercial living and trauma in autistics. We have far greater senses and will be impacted by the assault on them to a much greater extent than those who have pruned synapses.

 

[Neonatal RRT]

If you experienced what I did, I guarantee all the science you know would go out the window.

Actually, if I experienced what you did, I would find a scientific pathway that satisfied my experience,...not divert from it. I literally do this every day professionally,...and personally.

 

[Au Naturel]

I am actively trying to collect personal experiences from autistic adults. I'm afraid I'm not very good at navigating this forum (maybe it's better on PC?). I'd hoped this could be a place to do it. I gladly accept advice on how to share or collaboration in project.

It is FAR better on a PC. If I had to use a mobile I probably wouldn't bother.