Neuronutrition Associates

Neuronutrition Associates We are a pediatric functional medicine practice.

Our mission at Neuronutrition Associates is to deliver outstanding functional and integrative pediatric medical care and provide support to families in raising healthy, happy children. From prevention to treatment, we use a variety of services, systems of medicine and unique vantage points to create comprehensive individualized treatment plans for each patient. We have extensive experience solving

complex pediatric cases using the most current laboratory testing and nutraceutical treatments. We treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, developmental delay and autism, neuroimmune syndromes, sensory processing disorder, food sensitivities, eczema, leaky gut and related gastrointestinal disorders, and more.

05/20/2026

You may be taking folate during pregnancy, but are you taking the right form?

For some women, folate receptor antibodies can interfere with how folate is transported through the body and to the developing baby.

In one study of pregnant women with folate receptor antibodies, outcomes differed significantly between those taking folic acid and those taking folinic acid.

Those who took folic acid had an autism incidence of >60% in their children, while those who took folinic acid had a 10% incidence.

Same nutrient family. Different form. Very different implication.

If you’re expecting, preparing for pregnancy, or thinking about having a baby, this is worth discussing with a qualified practitioner.

🔗 Head to the link in bio to read our article on folate metabolism, methylation, and folate receptor antibodies.

Reference:
Giorlandino, C., Mesoraca, A., Margiotti, K., et al. (2026). Folinic acid supplementation in folate receptor alpha autoantibodies-positive pregnancy: A pilot randomized study on neurodevelopmental outcomes. Reproductive, Female & Child Health, 5(1), e70053.

Before pregnancy, what you remove can matter just as much as what you add.From a functional medicine perspective, here a...
05/15/2026

Before pregnancy, what you remove can matter just as much as what you add.

From a functional medicine perspective, here are 3 areas we often look at first:

🍷 Alcohol → may impact hormone balance, nutrient absorption, and egg quality

🔥 Stress + inflammation → may disrupt hormone signalling, ovulation, and overall balance

🧴 Environmental toxins → everyday exposures can add burden to the body and may affect fertility

Small, intentional shifts can make a meaningful difference over time.

Preconception health isn’t just for expectant mothers. Expectant fathers can also support fertility by reducing common stressors on the body.

Save this post if you’re preparing your body for pregnancy and want to start with simple, supportive changes.

04/30/2026

Your care plan is only as powerful as your ability to actually live it. 💚

Nutrition, supplements, lifestyle changes, and lab follow-ups; functional medicine moves a lot of pieces! And knowing what to do is very different from knowing how to do it when real life gets in the way.

That’s exactly where Alexis Maple, our certified health coach, comes in.

Alexis works alongside our clinical team to help patients turn their care plan into real, doable daily habits, from meal planning and reducing environmental toxins at home to staying on track between appointments without feeling overwhelmed.

Because the goal was never just a great plan on paper, it’s a life that actually feels better.

💬 Drop a question for Alexis below! She’d love to hear from you.

04/29/2026

Think of your brain like a house. Folate receptors are the front doors, letting essential nutrients in. But sometimes, autoimmunity or inflammation can block these doors, leaving folate unbound.

The solution? Use the ‘back door’, aka a reduced folate carrier, with folinic acid.

Comment PHA below for the link to the full conversation!

04/28/2026

Sunlight is crucial for Vitamin D, but did you know even trace amounts of light during sleep can cause melatonin deficiency? If your child struggles to fall asleep, try eliminating nightlights. If that’s not possible, switch to a red light.

🧠 Most sleep struggles are biochemical. Comment REST below, and I’ll send you our full blog on how the brain actually heals during sleep and what gets in the way. 💤

04/27/2026

Are your supplement formulas actually doing what you think they are? 🤔

I don’t settle for generic blends. Custom compounding means the right compounds, the right doses, and nothing extra getting in the way for each patient.

Did you know 500 to 750mg of curcuminoids is what you need for a true anti-inflammatory effect? If your formula isn’t hitting that threshold, you may not be getting the results you’re looking for. 💊

Comment PERSONALIZED below to hear more about how I approach formulation for my patients.

04/23/2026

Before protocols, prescriptions, or plans, we start with nutrients. 🧠

The brain can’t function without proper fuel, and for most of the kids and adults we formulate for, it’s running low. Here are 3 nutrients that show up in nearly every brain-based protocol:

✨ Magnesium: supports nervous system regulation and GABA production.

✨ Methylated B vitamins: essential for dopamine, serotonin, and energy production.

✨ NAC: helps regulate glutamate and reduce oxidative stress in the brain.

These aren’t trends, they’re foundations, and that’s exactly why we custom-created every blend to specifically fit the physiology of the brain and give it the support it needs

Comment SHOP below, and we’ll send you the link directly! 💬

04/22/2026

If you’ve been told autism is just a behavioral condition and management is the best you can hope for, then this is for you. 👇

Most doctors aren’t telling you that inflammation from sources like strep, mold, COVID, and environmental toxins can cross directly into the brain, blocking critical nutrients like folate and B vitamins that your child’s brain requires as a foundational physiologic need for development and behavior.

Unfortunately, it’s happening to children every day, and it’s being missed.

The parents who find real progress are the ones who stop waiting for someone to connect the dots and start learning how to connect them themselves. That’s exactly what our course, Exploring Root Causes of Autism, was built for.

Comment ‘AUTISM COURSE’ below, and we’ll send you the link directly. 💬

Meet the team at Neuronutrition Associates. 💚We believe healing happens at the intersection of rigorous science and genu...
04/21/2026

Meet the team at Neuronutrition Associates. 💚

We believe healing happens at the intersection of rigorous science and genuine compassion. From Dr. G’s expertise in functional medicine to Jana Roso’s dedication to pediatric care, Caroline’s holistic approach, Alexis’s coaching wisdom, Janelle’s warm welcome at the front desk, and Megan’s seamless care coordination, every single person on our team is here because they care deeply about your family’s journey.

Swipe through to meet the faces and stories behind the names! 👉

04/20/2026

Next time you’re with your child, take a look at their nails. 👀

🚩 Thin or brittle nails could signal poor nutrient absorption or low protein intake

🚩 White spots on the nails are often linked to zinc deficiency

🚩 Ridges on the nails may indicate the body isn’t breaking down and absorbing food properly

The same goes for their hair: tull, thin, or slow-growing hair can be another clue that something deeper is going on in the gut. These are the body’s way of signaling.

If you’re noticing any of these signs, it may be worth running a vitamin and nutrient panel, or even a stool analysis, to get a real picture of what’s happening in your child’s microbiome and whether they need digestive support. The answers are often closer than you think. 💚

Is this something you see with your child? Let’s talk! 👇

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5501 Balcones Drive, Suite A, #305
Austin, TX
78730

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+15125998850

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