Growing up, a person can face many challenges. Doing well at social interactions is one among them. But autism can turn your life upside down. It is a developmental disorder which is marked by difficulty in social interaction and communication and followed by restricted patterns of thought and behavior. The autistic disorder is most often accompanied by sensory sensitivities and issues like Gastro Intestinal disorders, seizures or sleep disorders. A patient suffering from autism also has a high chance of anxiety, depression and attention issues. If a child has an autistic disorder, the symptoms would be usually visible by the time the child is two or three years old. Difficulty in maintaining eye contact, poor motor skills and reduced sensory activities are all symptoms of an autistic disorder.
Normal Gut Microbiota vs Gut Microbiota in Autistic Children
Gut-Brain Axis refers to the biochemical signaling that takes place between the Gastro-Intestinal (GI) tract and the Central Nervous System. The term ‘microbiome-gut-brain axis’ refers to the role of gut flora in the signaling activity between the Gastro-Intestinal (GI) tract and the Central Nervous System. Gut flora is a community of microorganisms that live in the digestive tract of humans and animals. Gut microbiota contains the largest number of bacteria unlike other areas of the body. The gut flora is established in the human body by the age of two or three. By that time the intestinal epithelium and the intestinal mucosal barrier secreted by gut flora has co-developed for improved function. The gut microbiota in a normal body helps in the digestion of certain foods that were not properly digested in the stomach and small intestine. It also aids in the production of vitamin B and vitamin K. Thus by combating harmful microorganisms and creating a barrier effect, the gut microbiota helps in boosting the immunity of the body.
Most often, autism is linked to metabolic disorders of the gastrointestinal system. Abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea in autistic children are all symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders. Studies indicate that children with autistic disorder have different gut flora population. Any change in the composition of the microbiota can contribute to altered neurological and behavioral functions. In some cases, gastrointestinal disorders like a ‘leaky gut’ may occur where the intestine is excessively permeable and leaks the contents into the bloodstream. Thus a change in the gut flora population in autistic children leads to a variety of gastrointestinal issues. It can also alter the immune activation system leading to the inflammation of the intestinal tract.
Treatment
Ayurvedic treatments for autism can yield effective results. The treatments provided aims at improving metabolic activity and include personalized Ayurveda therapies. Speech and language therapy and vocational training programs help the patients to improve their speech and overall communication skills. Sensory Integration program focuses on improving the senses in an autistic patient through repeated exercises. This is combined with yoga and music therapy programs to improve the overall condition of the patient.
Autism treatment in Ayurveda
With effective and innovative approach in Ayurvedic treatment, Jeevaniyam Ayurveda Hospital and Treatment Center offers relief to all suffering from autism. The personized therapies will give effective results including better motor functions and communication skills for autistic patients. They also offer effective Ayurvedic treatment for gastric problems which is observed in Autistic patients.
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