Testing for urinary peptides (incompletely broken down pieces of protein) from gluten and casein is important because these peptides react with opiate receptors in the brain, thus mimicking the effects of opiate drugs like heroin and morphine. These compounds have been shown to react with areas of the brain such as the temporal lobes, which are involved in speech and auditory integration. One of the reasons for the incomplete digestion of these foods may be a deficiency of the enzymes that break down these small peptides. Many parents have reported significant improvements in their children with autism after eliminating gluten and casein from the diet. Panel Includes: * Casomorphin peptide * Gliadorphin peptide NOTE: NEW YORK STATE DOES NOT ALLOW SHIPMENT OF THESE TESTS INTO THE STATE. |
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