Autism linked to tummy troubles

Children with autism are six to eight times more likely to suffer gastrointestinal upsets than children who are developing typically, say researchers from the University of California-Davis' MIND Institute. And they say gastrointestinal (GI) upsets, including constipation, diarrhea and food sensitivity, are themselves related to behavioral problems, such as irritability, repetitive behavior and social withdrawal...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Autism Source Type: news