October 23, 2025

Unveiling the Gut-Brain Connection: A Deep Dive into Healing Autism Symptoms

28 minutes

Lara and Vicky delve into the intricate journey of healing behavioural and learning symptoms in children with autism and related conditions. Vicky from The Healthy Happy Unicorn shares a personal case study involving her daughter Rose, highlighting the significant insights gained from a stool test that revealed severe maldigestion, gut imbalances, and the impact of specific bacteria on Rose's health. The discussion covers various symptoms, including insatiable appetite, sleep disturbances, and cognitive challenges, while emphasising the importance of understanding the underlying gut health issues. Vicky outlines the protocols and natural remedies that helped improve Rose's condition, showcasing the potential for positive change through dietary adjustments and holistic approaches.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Understanding Symptoms: The discussion highlights the importance of recognising various symptoms in children with autism and related conditions, such as insatiable appetite, sleep disturbances, brain fog, and digestive issues.

Importance of Gut Health: A stool test can reveal significant imbalances in gut flora, maldigestion, and the presence of pathogenic bacteria or parasites.

Personalised Protocols: Each child's healing journey is unique, and personalised dietary and supplement protocols are essential.

BEST MOMENTS

"When we first started, Rose's elastase was at 100. For optimal digestion, it should be over 500." - Vicky

"If you can't absorb fat, you won't absorb antioxidants." - Vicky

"We're told constantly that autism is this disability, it's for life. But there's so much that we can look into." -Lara

SOCIAL/IMPORTANT LINKS

https://www.tiktok.com/@braindevelopmentuk

https://www.instagram.com/braindevelopmentuk/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/larakelly/

www.braindevelopment.co.uk

HOST BIO
Lara Barnes a successful woman in tech found herself managing behavioural, learning and speech difficulties with her son, she learn functional neurology and how to change the brain to correct his symptoms and build his left brain. The Building the Brain Podcast is for parents needing to understand how to help their children and show them what can be done to change little lives to allow them to shine and be their best version.

GUEST BIO

Vicky is mum to her remarkable autistic daughter, Rose. With a BSc in Human Biology and a deep fascination with the human body, she was originally on track to become an NHS dietitian. When Rose’s needs became more complex, everything changed. Vicky immersed herself in learning about autism, neurodevelopment, and root-cause healing, a compassionate, whole-person approach that simply made more sense. From this journey, The Happy Healthy Unicorn was born, a space grounded in both science and heart, created for families seeking real answers and hope. Rose’s transformation inspired Vicky’s mission to help others. Combining science, lived experience, and deep empathy, she now guides families on their own healing journeys, empowering them to restore balance, support development, and unlock their children’s true potential.

https://thehappyhealthyunicorn.com/

https://thehappyhealthyunicorn.com/1%3A1-virtual-consultations

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