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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
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Series: | Autism Research and Treatment |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/6763205 |