The Experience Miracles™ Podcast

75. Is Autism Genetic? Unpacking the Truth About Autism & Regression


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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Greer McGuinness, a registered dietitian, certified detox specialist, and master herbalist who founded Biomedical Healing for Kids. Greer shares her personal journey from being a collegiate wrestler to becoming a leading voice in biomedical healing after her son's regression into autism at 19 months. The conversation covers crucial topics including epigenetics, the fallacy of "autism is purely genetic," nervous system regulation, and the importance of individualized care approaches.

[00:00:00] - Introduction and overview of autism misconceptions

  • Challenge to the "autism is purely genetic" narrative
  • Introduction of guest Greer McGuinness

[00:06:00] - Greer's Background and Early Career

  • Transition from wrestling to dietetics
  • Traditional medical training perspective

[00:08:00] - Pregnancy and Birth Story

  • Experience with hyperemesis and PUPS during pregnancy
  • Early challenges with breastfeeding

[00:19:00] - The Importance of Practitioner-Parent Communication

  • Discussion of how to have difficult conversations about health
  • The value of detailed medical history

[00:27:00] - The Genetic Testing Experience

  • Confronting conventional medical wisdom
  • The turning point in understanding autism's causes

[00:31:00] - The Power of Mother's Intuition

  • Importance of trusting parental instincts
  • Balancing professional knowledge with personal experience

[00:39:00] - Deep Dive into Epigenetics

  • Explanation of genetic factors vs. environmental influences
  • The "genetics load the gun, environment pulls the trigger" concept

[00:47:00] - Nervous System Connection

  • Introduction to nervous system regulation
  • Personal experience with various therapeutic approaches

[00:51:00] - Clinical Approach Discussion

  • The importance of starting with basics
  • Managing information overload for parents

[00:59:00] - Resources and Future Plans

  • Information about Biomedical Healing for Kids
  • Ways to connect with Greer

Get connected with Greer:
www.biomediacalhealingforkids.com
Instagram: @biomedicalhealingforkids

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