PRIMARY STUDY
Gluten and casein supplementation does not increase symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder
Key Findings: This study of children with autism spectrum disorder, (ASD) who were given gluten-casein or a placebo found that did not correlate to worsening gastrointestinal symptoms or maladaptive behaviors, and there was no difference in the urinary levels of intestinal fatty acids binding protein (I-FABP).
Type of Study: Double Blind Clinical Trial
Study Sample Size: 74
Study Result: Inconclusive
Research Location(s): Belgium, Indonesia
Year of Pub: 2014
Cannabinoids Studied: Fatty Acid-Binding Protein (FABP)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Route of Administration: Endogenous
Citation: Pusponegoro HD, et al. Gluten and casein supplementation does not increase symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder. Acta Paediatr. 2015; 104:e500-5. doi: 10.1111/apa.13108
Authors: Pusponegoro HD, Ismael S, Firmansyah A, Sastroasmoro S, Vandenplas Y
