Calcium and Vitamin D Supplement Prescribing Practices among Providers Caring for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Are We Addressing Bone Health?

Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have several risk factors for low bone mineral density. The gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet is a complementary therapy sometimes used in ASD that raises concerns for the adequacy of calcium and vitamin D intake. This study evaluated the prescribing...

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Main Authors: Shylaja Srinivasan, Julia O’Rourke, Sara Bersche Golas, Ann Neumeyer, Madhusmita Misra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2016-01-01
Series:Autism Research and Treatment
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/6763205