The ASA's 39th National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders of ASA

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ

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Saturday, July 12, 2008: 1:00 PM-2:15 PM
Sanibel 3
#3451- Digestive Enzyme Supplementation: Hope or Hype?
Digestive enzymes as oral supplements are now considered to be a mainstay of any dietary protocol for those on the autism spectrum. An understanding of different enzymes and how they work in the GI tract is important to obtain maximum benefit. The participant should come away with a better knowledge of how enzymes work for different GI issues and have a feel for which enzymes are most appropriate for their child's particular digestive problems.

Presenter:Devin Houston, PhD, Houston Nutraceuticals, Inc, President - Devin Houston, PhD, is the owner of Houston Enzymes. Dr. Houston is the inventor of the first enzyme-based product targeted to the autism community and is best known as the formulator of many enzyme products targeted to children with special digestive needs.
 
The concept of using plant-based enzymes as an adjunct or alternative to restrictive food diets has existed for many years. It was not til the end of the 20th century that reliable enzyme products became a reality. Because of the well-documented gut problems associated with autism and other spectum disorders, health professionals now recommend the use of dietary enzymes as one of the first steps in rebuilding the gastrointestinal system. Enzymes have a long history of safe and effective use in the human population, yet many in the lay population have no concept of how enzymes work in helping digestion. Using known and accepted mechanisms of enzyme action, Dr. Houston will illustrate why enzymes work in an easy to understand format. This understanding should allow the listener to determine what type of enzyme products will be most helpful in addressing their particular digestive problem.

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