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TMHS 838: The Truth About Autism & the Childhood Disease Epidemic – with Beth Lambert

Oct 28, 2024
Beth Lambert, an author and dedicated children's health advocate with 15 years of experience, dives into the alarming rise of autism and childhood chronic conditions. She discusses the multifaceted causes, emphasizing environmental stressors and generational impacts. Beth proposes the creation of autism subtypes for better treatment and highlights the connection between nature and health recovery. Listeners will gain insights on how technology and diet influence kids' well-being and learn about proactive health approaches.
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  • The alarming rise in autism rates underscores the need for a deeper understanding of environmental and social stressors affecting children's health.
  • Empowering families with nutritional knowledge can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for children with chronic conditions like autism.

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The Alarming Rise of Chronic Conditions in Children

Chronic conditions are increasingly affecting children, with significant rises in autoimmune disorders, mental health issues, and specifically autism diagnoses. The prevalence of autism has skyrocketed from around one in 10,000 in the 1970s to an estimated one in 30 or even one in 34 children today, a statistic revealing an alarming trend. This epidemic is often debated in terms of its legitimacy, as many believe we are simply better at diagnosing autism now; however, the sheer volume of cases highlights a genuine crisis that cannot be ignored. Childhood chronic conditions are not confined to autism, as they often indicate a broader, interconnected series of health problems impacting the younger generation.

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