In this episode, I talk about the popular “autism detox” trends—what they are, where the idea came from, and why I chose a different path for my son. I break down the difference between social-media detox routines and medical chelation therapy, explain what the research actually says, and share what supported my son’s progress in a real, practical way.

I also explore the pressure parents feel to “fix” autism, the guilt that often comes with those conversations, and why shifting from blame to support has made all the difference in our journey.

Sources referenced:

• NIH – “Chelation for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)” ⁠https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6457964/⁠ 

• Cochrane Review on Chelation and Autism  ⁠https://www.cochrane.org/CD010766/BEHAV_chelation-autism-spectrum-disorder-asd⁠ 

• FDA – “Potentially Dangerous Products and Therapies Claiming to Treat Autism” ⁠https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/be-aware-potentially-dangerous-products-and-therapies-claim-treat-autism⁠ 

• NHS – “Treatments Not Recommended for Autism” ⁠https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/autism-and-everyday-life/treatments-that-are-not-recommended-for-autism/⁠ 

• PMC – “Dietary Patterns and Nutritional Status in Children with Autism” ⁠https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8234602/⁠ 

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