Of the six studies that measured co-factors of the -glutamyl cycle or trans-sulphuration pathway, five studies showed elevated levels of vitamin B6 in children with autistic disorder or autism spectrum disorders compared to controls [73, 76, 87, 92, 93], one showed a decrease in erythrocyte selenium in children with autistic disorder [78] and another showed no change in whole blood selenium in children with an autism spectrum disorder compared to controls [87]
Allergens are highlighted in bold
WADAs S0 classification covers any pharmacological substance not approved for human use by a governmental health authority , meaning a positive test could result in sanctions regardless of whether the compound is directly listed
Oxidative stress causes membrane lipid peroxidation, impairs mitochondrial function and decreases antioxidant enzymatic activity, all together leading to liver damage (51)
To check for B12 deficiency, doctors measure serum or plasma B12 levels
While the average person needs about 1 gram of lysine a day for optimal body function, the maximum amount that has been studied for benefit is 4 grams per day, Wheeler says
