Autism Parenting Secrets

Welcome to Episode 298 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

If your child has tried supplements that were supposed to help the brain but didn’t move the needle, this episode may explain why. 

This week, I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Theoharis Theoharides, known to many as Dr. Theo. 

He is a physician-scientist with five advanced degrees and decades of pioneering research. 

Long before neuroinflammation and immune-driven brain dysfunction became widely discussed, Dr. Theo was connecting mast cells, metabolism, and brain health. 

In this conversation, we explore why some children can’t properly use standard folic acid and how the right form of folate may support better language, focus, and regulation.

The secret this week is… 

Smarter Folate = Better Brain Fuel

You'll Discover:

Why standard folic acid may not reach the brain in up to 40 percent of children (9:21)

How folate receptor antibodies and MTHFR mutations change the equation (12:17)

Why gut inflammation must be addressed before increasing supplementation (18:23)

The difference between folic acid, methylfolate, and folinic acid (22:45)

Why folate supports language development but does not “treat autism” (50:51)

About Our Guest:

Dr. Theoharis Theoharides is Professor and Vice Chair of Clinical Immunology and Executive Director of the Center of Excellence for Neuroinflammation Research at Nova Southeastern University. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Immunology at Tufts School of Medicine. Dr. Theo has over 500 publications and is widely recognized as a leading expert on mast cells and neuroinflammation. He is the Founder and Scientific Director of Algonot LLC and has received 37 patents and trademarks.

Learn more:
www.mastcellmaster.com
www.drtheoharides.com

References In This Episode:

Algonot

Center of Excellence for Neuroinflammation Research

Folate Receptor Autoantibody (FRAT) Test

Additional Resources:

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Welcome to Episode 297 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

Leah Wilson is an attorney, a mother, a foster parent, and the co-founder of Stand for Health Freedom.

She has been on the front lines advocating for informed consent, parental rights, and health freedom, and she has lived this work personally through her own family and foster care experience.

Leah is the co-author of Reclaim Vitality, a book that challenges the idea that health is something to manage or outsource. 

Instead, it invites parents to step off the conventional path and reclaim the body’s God-given ability to heal. 

Her work does not simply critique the system. 

It asks a deeper question: who does a parent need to become in order to lead their family well in a world that profits from confusion, fear, and dependence?

The secret this week is… 

Who You BECOME Matters More Than What You Try

You'll Discover:

Why Following Experts Can Feel Safe Until It Stops Working (4:21)

How The Body Can Be Devitalized And Revitalized (9:02)

The Three Principles Of Vitality And The Seven Virtues That Guide Decisions (10:46)

Why Root Cause Thinking Still Misses The Point If Healing Is Interfered With (24:14)

The Risks Of Whole Genome Sequencing And Predictive Medicine In Healthy Newborns (28:24)

About Our Guest:

Leah Wilson is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Stand for Health Freedom. An attorney with a background in complex litigation and advocacy, Leah has spent more than a decade working on child welfare and parental rights issues.

Her work was shaped by firsthand experience in the foster care system, where she witnessed the widespread use of psychiatric medications as behavior management and the enforcement of one-size-fits-all medical mandates. These experiences led her to expand her advocacy beyond foster care and launch Stand for Health Freedom in 2019 to protect informed consent and parental rights nationwide.

Leah is also an educator and sought-after speaker on holistic health, religious liberty, and family sovereignty, and is the co-author of Reclaim Vitality.

https://standforhealthfreedom.com

References In This Episode:

Reclaim Vitality: A Guide to Exit Conventional Medicine and Live Naturally by Nick Wilson and Leah Wilson

One Dream Podcast

Additional Resources:

To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com

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Welcome to Episode 296 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

Today I’m joined once again by Zen Honeycutt, founder of Moms Across America. 

Zen has been on the podcast multiple times over the years, and every conversation has helped parents think more clearly, ask better questions, and step more fully into their role as advocates for their children. 

Since we last spoke, Zen has been deeply involved in federal-level advocacy and continues to lead important work around food safety, toxins, and transparency. 

The secret this week is… 

Demand TOXIN Transparency

You'll Discover:

Why Chronic, Low-Level Toxin Exposure Is Easy To Miss And Hard To Reverse (4:34)

How Nutrient Deficiencies And Toxins Can Drive Depression And Mental Health Decline (8:59)

Why Eating Organic Alone Does Not Eliminate Toxic Or Nutrient Risk (21:39)

How Repetitive Diets Can Increase Exposure And Create Hidden Imbalances (30:08)

Why Testing Is The Only Way To Know What’s Really Affecting Your Child (36:13)

About Our Guest:

Zen Honeycutt is the founding executive director of Moms Across America, a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering families with education and action to create healthy communities. She is an international speaker, author of UNSTOPPABLE, and a leading advocate for food safety, toxin transparency, and informed consent. Zen has helped initiate nationwide glyphosate testing, supported legislative efforts, and worked directly with policymakers to address toxins in the food supply.

https://www.momsacrossamerica.com

References In This Episode:

Unstoppable by Zen Honeycutt

How Not to Die by Dr. Michael Greger

Dr. Zach Bush, Farmers Footprint

Global Healing Supplements, Dr. Edward Group, D.C.

Moms Across America Total Transparency Toxin Testing

Additional Resources:

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Welcome to Episode 295 of Autism Parenting Secrets.
This week, we shine a light on one of the most misunderstood and often controversial therapies in the autism world: medical cannabis.
My guest is Dr. David Berger, known to many simply as Dr. David.
He’s a board-certified pediatrician with over 25 years of clinical experience.
He’s the founder of Wholistic Pediatrics & Family Care in Tampa, Florida, where he helps children and adults address root causes behind challenges like autism, ADHD, and immune dysfunction.
He’s also the founder of Wholistic ReLeaf, Florida’s first pediatric medical cannabis clinic, where he’s guided countless families in using cannabis-based therapies safely, responsibly, and with clear medical oversight.
Dr. David brings both compassion and clarity to this conversation, helping parents understand how cannabis can support calm, focus, and balance when used appropriately as part of a broader, integrative approach.
We dive into the science, the misconceptions, and the real-world application of using cannabis as medicine, along with what every parent should understand before considering this option.
The secret this week is… 
Cannabis Is Medicine - If You Know How To Use It
You'll Discover:
How A Personal Family Experience With CBD Sparked Dr. Berger’s Clinical Use Of Cannabis (2:12)
What Every Parent Should Understand About The Endocannabinoid System And Why It Matters (9:00)
How Different Cannabinoids (CBD, CBG, CBN, THC) Serve Very Different Therapeutic Purposes (11:42)
The Research Showing Endocannabinoid Deficiency In Children With Autism (14:39)
Why Many Children Respond Quickly And How To Introduce Cannabis Safely And Responsibly (18:58)
About Our Guest:
Dr. David Berger is a board-certified pediatrician with over 25 years of clinical experience and a national reputation for his integrative approach to family and pediatric care.  He is the founder of Wholistic Pediatrics & Family Care and Wholistic ReLeaf, Florida’s first pediatric medical cannabis clinic. His practice specializes in autism, ADHD, allergies, immune dysfunction, and chronic complex conditions, combining nutritional, lifestyle, and biomedical therapies to address root causes.  A leading voice in the responsible use of medical cannabis for children, Dr. Berger is one of only a few pediatricians in Florida qualified to certify patients under the age of 18. He has also advised the FDA on vaccine safety and launched DrDavidMD, a media and education platform focused on health, education, and medical choice.
wholisticfamilycare.com
drdavidmd.com
References In This Episode:
Dr. David’s YouTube Channel
P2I Health
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Welcome to Episode 294 of Autism Parenting Secrets.
This week’s episode is about one of the most overlooked but absolutely critical truths for parents.
The reality is this: no two children are exactly alike. 
And when it comes to helping your child thrive, the key lies in understanding and honoring their unique differences.
Joining me is Dr. Erica Peirson, a Naturopathic Physician who has spent the last 17 years helping children with neurodevelopmental and genetic conditions reach their full potential.
Inspired by her own son’s journey with mosaic Down syndrome, Dr. Peirson brings both clinical expertise and personal experience. She’s lectured nationally and internationally, and through her telemedicine practice, she serves families from all over the world.
The secret this week is… 
HARNESS Biochemical Individuality
You'll Discover:
The Key Difference Between Genetics And Functional Genomics (8:10)
How Food And Environment Shape Behavior More Than Most Parents Realize (12:30)
Why Testing Changes Everything For Decision-Making (16:30)
The (Arguably) Most Important First Move Parents Can Make (23:45)
A Powerful Therapy Many Families Overlook Or Dismiss (30:50)
How To Build A Plan That Fits Your Child (38:15)
About Our Guest:
Dr. Erica Peirson is a Naturopathic Physician who has been practicing for 17 years. Her passion for helping children with neurodevelopmental and genetic conditions was inspired by her son, who has mosaic Down syndrome. She has lectured nationally and internationally on optimizing children’s health and sees patients worldwide through her telemedicine practice.
www.peirsoncenter.com
Additional Resources:
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