Welcome to Episode 241 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

I’m excited to introduce Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional medicine expert and author of several game-changing books, including Ketotarian, Intuitive Fasting, and his latest Gut Feelings, Healing The Shame-Fueled Relationship Between What You Eat and How You Feel.

This incredible book reveals the powerful connection between your emotional health and your physical health and how healing your gut can unlock better health and happiness for you and your family.

As parents of children with autism, we know how critical diet and gut health are to our child’s development. But what many don’t realize is that parental self-care is equally vital. Dr. Cole’s insights on Shameflammation—the damaging combination of stress, shame, and inflammation—are eye-opening and empowering.

In this episode, we’ll discuss how to make better food choices for your child, prioritize your own health, and create a healing environment for your family. This conversation is packed with tips and inspiration to help you and your child thrive. 

The secret this week is... 

Trust Your GUT Feelings
 

You'll Discover:

• How The Gut Is The Seed of the Soul (5:46)
• Why It’s Bi-Directional (7:28)
• The First Ingredient That Disrupts The Gut/Brain Axis (12:00)
• The Second Ingredient That Disrupts The Gut/Brain Axis (15:30)
• The Third Ingredient That Disrupts The Gut/Brain Axis (16:12)
• The Fourth Ingredient That Disrupts The Gut/Brain Axis (17:07)
• What To Do After Cleaning Up The Diet (20:32)
• Why You Need a “Proverbial Cast” (25:15)
• What is Shameflammation (29:41)
• The Power of Meta-Physical Meals (35:55)

About Our Guest:

Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional medicine expert who consults people around the globe, starting one of the world's first functional medicine telehealth centers over a decade ago. Named one of the top 50 functional and integrative doctors in the nation, Dr. Will Cole provides a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems. He is also the host of the popular The Art Of Being Well podcast and the New York Times bestselling author of Intuitive Fasting, Ketotarian, The Inflammation Spectrum, and Gut Feelings.

https://drwillcole.com/

References in The Episode:

• www.apolloneuro.com
• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE)

Additional Resources:

• Unlock the power of personalized 1-on-1 support, visit allinparentcoaching.com/intensive
• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
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