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Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children in Leicester

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Functional Medicine & Nutritional Support for Children with Autism in Leicester

At The Health Suite Leicester, we offer a specialised service that focuses on nutrition and lifestyle support for children with autism spectrum conditions. Our approach is evidence-informed, holistic, and designed to complement conventional care by considering underlying nutritional, environmental, and lifestyle factors that may influence your child’s well-being.

We combine training in nutrition, functional medicine approaches, and family-centred support to provide a safe, professional environment where parents feel heard and children receive tailored plans to meet their unique needs.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive Functional Medicine Review
  • In-depth discussion of dietary, lifestyle, and developmental history
  • Focus on gastrointestinal health, sleep, nutrition, and environment
  • Option for nutritional and functional testing where appropriate (e.g., nutrients, microbiome, metabolic balance)
  • Personalised Support Plans
  • Nutrition and supplementation strategies guided by evidence
  • Support for digestive and immune balance
  • Lifestyle and environmental advice tailored to each child
  • Collaboration with behavioural and educational interventions
  • Ongoing Guidance
  • Regular follow-up sessions
  • Progress reviews and plan adjustments
  • Practical support for parents to apply strategies at home

Academic Basis for Functional Approaches

  • Gastrointestinal health: Children with autism often experience digestive challenges, and microbiota differences may influence behaviour and wellbeing (Hsiao, 2014; Bundgaard-Nielsen et al., 2020).
  • Nutrition and micronutrients: Deficiencies in B12, folate, vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium are frequently reported and may influence mood and cognition (Rossignol & Frye, 2012).
  • Metabolic pathways: Differences in energy metabolism are observed more often in ASD and may contribute to fatigue and developmental challenges (Rossignol & Frye, 2012).
  • Immune balance: Immune differences and inflammation are increasingly recognised as relevant in ASD (Ahmad et al., 2022).
  • Environmental influences: Early-life exposures to pollutants and toxins are under investigation as possible contributing factors (Modabbernia et al., 2017).

This evidence base allows us to offer parents a structured, safe, and academically credible pathway that complements traditional care.

Who Provides the Service?

This service is delivered at The Health Suite by Dr Mashhood Syed, MBChB, DRCOG, MRCGP(2018), AFMCP, LFHom(Med), DipION, a CNHC Registered Nutritional Therapist, Functional Medicine Practitioner (and part-time GP) with advanced training in functional medicine, nutrition, and integrative health approaches.

Dr Syed works as part of The Health Suite’s wider network of practitioners and therapists, ensuring children and families benefit from the collective expertise of a multi-disciplinary team.

Why choose The Health Suite for Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children?

Integrated, multi-disciplinary support

The Health Suite brings together nutrition practitioners, therapists, medical professionals, and wellbeing specialists under one roof. This allows us to combine behavioural, nutritional, and lifestyle strategies into a unified plan, ensuring no aspect of your child’s wellbeing is overlooked.

Evidence-informed functional nutrition

Our service is grounded in peer-reviewed research exploring the links between autism and nutrition, gut health, immune balance, and environmental influences. We ensure all recommendations are safe, practical, and designed to complement standard autism therapies.

Trusted professional environment in Leicester

Families choose The Health Suite for the reassurance of a regulated, supportive setting—where reviews and plans are developed in a calm, family-focused atmosphere with access to a wider network of practitioners if needed.

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To book an appointment at The Health Suite Leicester the simplest way to book is through our convenient online booking tool.

Please find a time and date that works for you and select an appointment. We’ll need to gather a few more details from you after you’ve completed the form and processed the payment. Once that’s done, you’ll be all set!

On the day of your appointment, you’ll be warmly welcomed to The Health Suite Leicester by one of our highly trained and friendly team members. While you enjoy a short wait, feel free to grab a complimentary drink!

Our team of highly trained professionals will be with you every step of the way, offering support to ensure that your experience is as comfortable as possible. From the moment you arrive, they can addres any concerns you may have. Your comfort and well-being are our top priorities.

Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children at The Health Suite Leicester?

We recognise that choosing a treatment can be difficult. So if you have a question, feel free to contact us on the form and one of our treatment co-ordinators will be happy to help. We aim to reply to all queries within 24 hours (Monday- Friday).

Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children in Leicester

Treatment options and pricing

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90 Minutes: £425

Functional Medicine for Children with Autism Initial Appointment

Your child’s first appointment includes a detailed review of diet, lifestyle, and health to create a personalised functional medicine plan.

Included in the Functional Medicine for Children with Autism Initial Appointment

At your child’s initial appointment, Dr Mashhood Syed conducts a detailed review of diet, sleep, digestion, and lifestyle. This helps identify underlying factors and guides a personalised, evidence-based plan covering nutrition, supplements, and practical strategies for wellbeing.

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30 Minutes: £200/60 Minutes: £285

Functional Medicine for Children with Autism Follow-up Appointment

Follow-ups track progress, review test results, and adjust your child’s personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan for ongoing support.

Included in the Functional Medicine for Children with Autism Follow-up Appointment

Follow-up appointments allow Dr Mashhood Syed to monitor your child’s progress, review any test results, and adjust nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle strategies. These sessions ensure ongoing, personalised support and help you implement changes effectively at home.

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Common Q&A about Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children

Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.

Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.

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It is a holistic review that looks at nutrition, gut health, immune balance, and environment alongside conventional autism therapies.

No. It complements behavioural, educational, and medical support with additional lifestyle- and nutrition-focused strategies.

Yes. Research suggests diet and nutritional deficiencies can influence behaviour, sleep, and gut health in children with autism.

Testing may include nutritional panels, microbiome analysis, or metabolic screens, but only where useful to guide personalised recommendations.

Yes. Plans are evidence-informed, age-appropriate, and developed in a supportive setting.

Gut microbiota differences have been linked to wellbeing and behaviour in some children with autism, making gastrointestinal health an important area of focus.

Supplements may be suggested where imbalances are identified, using carefully selected, evidence-based products.

Some improvements (e.g., digestion, sleep) may occur in weeks, while behavioural or developmental shifts often take longer.

The service is delivered by Dr Mashhood Syed, a Registered Nutritional Therapist with functional medicine training, within The Health Suite.

Appointments can be booked directly via our website or by calling our reception team.

Meet our Functional Medicine Support for Autism in Children Clinicians

Meet our dedicated team at The Health Suite Leicester, where skilled professionals are committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your medical and wellness needs.

Dr Mashhood Syed

Dr Mashhood Syed

Functional Medicine Practitioner