Relationship between Vitamin Deficiencies and Co-Occurring Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Madalina Andreea Robea, Alina-Costina Luca, Alin Ciobîcă
Abstract
Recently, connections have been made between feeding and eating problems and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and between autism pathophysiology and diet issues. These could explain some of the mechanisms which have not yet been discovered or are not sufficiently characterized. Moreover, there is an increased awareness for micronutrients in ASD due to the presence of gastrointestinal (GI) problems that can be related to feeding issues. For example, levels of vitamins B1, B6, B12, A and D are often reported to be low in ASD children. Thus, in the present mini review we focused on describing the impact of some vitamins deficiencies and their relevance in ASD patients.
Topics & Concepts
MicronutrientAutism spectrum disorderAutismVitamin B12PsychologyAutistic spectrum disorderPsychiatryDevelopmental psychologyMedicineClinical psychologyInternal medicinePathologyChild Nutrition and Feeding IssuesAutism Spectrum Disorder ResearchFamily and Disability Support Research