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Can what your child eats really affect their behavior?

In this episode of the Mother’s Guide Through Autism podcast, Brigitte speaks with Sonya Bell—a registered nurse, autism mom, and integrative nutrition health coach—about the powerful connection between food and behavior in neurodivergent children.

After both her son and daughter were diagnosed with developmental differences, Sonya began exploring the role of nutrition.

From removing food additives to embracing whole, clean eating, Sonya shares the steps that helped her son thrive emotionally and behaviorally—and how you can begin making changes too.

You’ll also hear about her inspiring book Moving Forward: Details of an Autism Journey, and the importance of hope, self-care, and community support on this path.

💡 Topics we cover include:

- Food journaling
- Top 3 dietary changes to support neurodivergent kids
- Family-wide nutrition shifts that work
- Faith, resilience, and parental self-care
- Tools and programs to support your journey

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
01:52 Sonya Bell Background
04:06 Early Diagnosis and Challenges
08:07 Exploring Integrative Nutrition
11:38 Discovering the Link Between Food and Behavior
15:23 Top Nutrition Tips for Neurodivergent Children
16:55 Blossom Coaching Program
18:31 Sonya's Book: Moving Forward
20:42 Faith and Family Support
22:33 Advice for Moms and Caregivers
27:59 Contact Information

🎧 Listen now and discover how nutrition might be the missing piece in your child’s journey—and your own.

🔗 Resources & Links

Sonya's Website:
https://www.beyondradianthc.com/

Sonya's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/beyondradiant422/

Sonya's Books:
https://www.beyondradianthc.com/category/all-products

Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism:
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book

Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com

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tristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com

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