Digestive Disorder

For almost 100 years, doctors thought that mental stress and spicy foods caused most ulcers. However, we now know that peptic ulcers in children are caused by a particular bacterial infection in the stomach and upper intestine and by certain medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). A peptic ulcer is...

Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex issue with brain development that can manifest as problems with verbal or nonverbal communication, repetitive behaviors, and difficulty with social interactions. ASD affects over three million people in the United States and has been identified in...

As a registered dietitian nutritionist working in a major pediatric facility, I saw a need in the Dallas / Fort Worth area. There was nowhere that provided the required time and support that families needed in the area of food and nutrition—whether it be for...