We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post.
This is my 11 week update of our experience with the Nemechek Protocol. If you read my first article, you know that we began the Nemechek Protocol in November.
Overview of the Protocol
The Nemechek protocol helps to heal the gut through the use of inulin fiber, and reduce inflammation with certified extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), while feeding the brain with fish oil. The book explains that many processed foods today use Omega 6 oils (like Safflower oil, vegetable oil, and sunflower oil) which are inflammatory, and it’s imperative to avoid them. The book goes on to say that once the gut is healed, there won’t be a need for a special diet (like GFCF), and that developmental delays will catch up slowly but surely with healing.
The diet is easy to follow, especially because we have worked to avoid processed foods for a number of years. That’s not to say that we don’t use some prepackaged foods, and it seems that many have omega 3 oils that need to be avoided on this protocol. I’ve had success finding items with Palm Kernel Oil and Canola oil (both permissible) at Aldi’s — in particular, gluten free chicken nuggets that my kiddo loves. Other than taking a bit of extra time reading labels, shopping on the protocol is simple.
Disclosure
To be transparent, I am just a parent using this protocol, and sharing how it has worked for my daughter. I am not affiliated with or compensated by Dr. Nemechek or his practice. My blog articles are my thoughts, opinions and personal observations using the protocol, and are not medical advice.
Progress at 11 weeks
Our Nemechek protocol update includes our latest IEP meeting. Everyone noted my daughter’s social growth – it’s something that seems to have exploded since we began the Protocol.
At school, they report more age-appropriate social interactions with peers. Her social speech has also improved. What I mean by social speech is, asking (appropriate) questions to learn more about a person, or using language that takes some understanding of nuances that we haven’t seen before, like “Third time’s a charm!” when we were trying to get something to work (and got it to work on the third try). She seems more at ease in social situations.
How to start
We are seeing slow but steady progress and plan to continue on the Nemechek Protocol; overall we find it to be simple to follow, inexpensive and non-invasive. I will provide future Nemechek protocol updates.
If you want more information, grab my overview & quick-start checklist , written from a mom’s perspective.
Additionally, check out Dr. Nemechek’s, website and blog. I’d recommend getting the book as a first step, as it explains the proper dosing based on the age of your child, along with the preferred therapeutic brands.
Related
Overview of the Nemechek Protocol & Quick-Start Checklist: A Mom’s Perspective
Nemechek Protocol Progress Updates
6 Month
1 Year
Year-and-a-half
2 Years
Smitten with us? Share Tumble into Love with a friend!
Hi there! My daughter is one of 2000 worldwide with a diagnosis of Phelan McDermid Syndrome and Autism. We started the Bemechek protocol in January and have seen some gains too. Yesterday she went to pee on her potty 2 times in her own! She is 4 and I have been potty training for over a year! I am still learning to read labels and switching our favorite foods for those that follow the protocol but it really has been so easy!!!! Thank you for sharing your journey! Tanya
So great to hear! My daughter is 12 and we are seeing some amazing things – plus it’s easy to follow (and healthy) – it has definitely helped with stomach issues too.
Nemechek!!!!!!