Dr. Kane utilizes metabolic testing and nutritional supplementation to recover children from autism. The article Reversing Autism with Nutrition, Alternative Medicine Digest, Issue 19, profile a child Alex who slid into autism after an MMR vaccination. Blood chemistry profiling with Carbon Base Corporation of Incline Village, NA revealed Alex's system was unbalanced in three major categories. First his electrolytes, which control membrane traffic, ammonia removal and digestion were out of balance. Second, he had an imbalance in nitrogen levels.
Nitrogen levels are a key component is utilizing amino acids to form protein.
Abnormal nitrogen and electrolyte levels impact kidney and liver function adversely. Thirdly, this test showed the child's production of red and white blood cells were altered impacting his immune system. Slowly, dietary changes and nutritional supplements were introduced to Alex. Alex responded positively with increased eye contact and socialization. Individuals with Down syndrome experience metabolic disturbances due to the overexpression of genes located on the 21st chromosomes.