Exercise extreme caution and avoid unregulated stem cell injection procedures, especially those offered outside of established clinical trials, as the contents are often unknown, lack scientific rationale, and carry significant risks, including infection, paralysis, or tumor growth.
Consider engaging in regular professional therapy as an essential component of overall health, on par with physical exercise. Therapy can provide support, guidance, and useful insights for improving work, relationships, and self-relationship.
Undergo comprehensive lab testing, such as Function Health’s 100+ advanced tests, to gain insights into heart, hormone, immune health, nutrient levels, and toxin exposure. This provides a detailed snapshot of your bodily health and can guide personalized health improvements.
If elevated mercury levels are detected, reduce consumption of high-mercury foods like tuna. Support detoxification by increasing intake of leafy greens and supplementing with N-acetylcysteine (NAC) to boost glutathione production.
Select a mattress (softness, firmness) that is customized to your unique sleep needs, as this significantly impacts the quality of sleep, which is foundational for mental health, physical health, and performance. Use a sleep quiz to match to the ideal mattress for your back, side, or stomach sleeping preference and temperature regulation.
Recognize that severe sleep disturbances can impair social skills and overall function. Prioritize and improve the quality of sleep, as even a few nights of poor sleep can negatively impact social interactions and general well-being for anyone.
Incorporate AG1 daily to support gut microbiome, immune health, and energy levels, choosing from original, berry, citrus, or tropical flavors. This comprehensive drink contains vitamins, minerals, probiotics, prebiotics, and adaptogens.
Consume high-protein, low-calorie snacks like David protein bars (28g protein, 150 calories) to easily achieve a daily protein intake of one gram per pound of body weight without ingesting too many calories. Integrate them as afternoon snacks or for on-the-go nutrition.
Aim to walk more than 12,000 to 15,000 steps daily, as Dr. Pasca does, to maintain physical fitness and support overall well-being. Incorporate walking into daily routines like commuting or exploring new places.
Consider adopting a one-meal-a-day eating pattern, a practice Dr. Pasca has maintained for years, potentially for health or practical reasons.
If a child receives an autism diagnosis, pursue genetic testing to identify specific mutations, as about 20% of cases have a genetic diagnosis. While specific therapies are currently limited, being part of the community for that genetic form can be beneficial for future individual treatments.
Understand that research for autism treatments primarily targets profound forms of the condition, which involve severe impairment and lifelong care needs, distinct from the broader autism spectrum that includes high-functioning individuals. This distinction is crucial for appropriate terminology and focus.
Be aware that umbilical cord stem cells are restricted in their potential, primarily useful for blood disorders, and are not a universal solution for all future stem cell therapies. They differ from pluripotent stem cells in their capabilities.
Scientists should use precise language when communicating research, especially to the public, to avoid trivializing complex topics or creating confusion (e.g., avoiding terms like ‘mini-brains’ for organoids). This ensures accurate understanding and manages public perception.
When explaining science to the general public, assume zero prior knowledge but infinite intelligence, allowing for simple yet accurate explanations without trivialization. Also, communicate that scientific understanding evolves and self-corrects over time.