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 Hosted by Nadia Elkhatib, Biohacking Autism is the go-to podcast for parents, caregivers, and families navigating the complex world of autism. Each week, we explore the biological root causes behind the toughest challenges in autism, from autism anxiety and sleep disruption to neuroinflammation, MCAS, gut health, seizures, and nervous system dysregulation, alongside evidence-informed integrative approaches that actually help. We also cover caregiver health and longevity for parents raising autistic children, because your health matters just as much as your child's. From caregiver burnout and stress management to practical longevity strategies, these episodes are for the parent who is running on empty and ready to invest in themselves, too. Whether you're just beginning your autism journey or deep into biomedical interventions, this podcast gives you the research, the real talk, and the practical tools to make informed decisions for your child and for yourself. Popular Topics Include: autism anxiety, autism sleep, gut health autism, MCAS autism, neuroinflammation, nervous system dysregulation, peptides for autism, functional medicine autism, integrative health autism, caregiver health, autism parent burnout, caregiver burnout, longevity for parents, caregiver longevity, autism supplements, sensory processing, autism diet, autism parent support, vagus nerve stimulation autism, bioregulators for autism, HRV training for caregiversCopyright 2026 Nadia Elkhatib Hygiène et vie saine
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  • The Autism Urine Test That Detects 90% of Cases | Dr. Christina Flynn, ASU

    The Autism Urine Test That Detects 90% of Cases | Dr. Christina Flynn, ASU
    May 11 2026
    The autism urine test that detects 90% of cases with 100% specificity is here. In this episode of Biohacking Autism, Nadia Elkhatib sits down with Dr. Christina Flynn, the chemical engineer turned PhD researcher who designed the MDM System under Dr. James Adams at Arizona State University.Christina earned her PhD at ASU in December 2025 and now serves as Research Director at Autism Diagnostics Lab. She is also mom to Nico, her 14-year-old nonverbal son. The science she does in the lab is the same science she lives at home, and that lived experience shapes every part of this conversation.Topics covered: what microbially derived metabolites (MDMs) are, why p-cresol may permanently disable a key dopamine enzyme in the brain, why the new ASD-MDM phenotype could finally make autism treatment biological instead of behavioral, where Microbiota Transplant Therapy (MTT) currently sits with the FDA, why home fecal transplants are dangerous, and where families can access the MDM test today through analudos.com.From Dr. Christina Flynn, on the gut microbiome as a garden:Imagine the developing gut microbiome as a beautiful ecological system, an internal garden whose composition exerts profound influence on early neurodevelopment. Under certain conditions, dysbiotic microbial populations, analogous to invasive species, may expand disproportionately, introducing a distinct metabolic signature long before behavioral features become apparent. The MDM System detects these molecular footprints, allowing identification of aberrant metabolic patterns during a critical window of neurodevelopment.Connect with Dr. Christina FlynnAutism Diagnostics Lab: https://autismdiagnosticslab.comASU Autism/Asperger's Research Program: https://autism.asu.eduConnect with Biohacking AutismWebsite and full show notes: https://biohackautism.comFind the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music.SubscribeNew episodes weekly. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app and on YouTube at Biohacking Autism for more real solutions for people with autism and the ones who love them.Products and Resources MentionedMDM Test via Analutos - https://www.analutos.com/our-tests/combined-gut-health-test-autism-screener/Purpose: The autism urine test discussed in this episode. Order the gut health test or the autism screener add-on through Christina's research partner.Autism Diagnostics Lab - https://autismdiagnosticslab.comPurpose: The diagnostic lab where the MDM test will be available to families beginning May 2026, founded by the team behind the research at Arizona State University.Gut Brain Axis Therapeutics (GBAT) - https://gbat.comPurpose: The commercial development arm advancing Microbiota Transplant Therapy through clinical trials. Accredited investor inquiries only.ASU Autism/Asperger's Research Program - https://autism.asu.eduPurpose: Dr. James Adams's research program at Arizona State University. Source for trial enrollment updates and the microbiome donor request for adults born before 1960.Flynn et al., Elevated Microbially-Derived Metabolites in Autism (Research Square preprint, October 2025) - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12622171/Purpose: The peer-reviewed research behind the MDM System diagnostic.Flynn et al., Review of Elevated Para-Cresol in Autism and Possible Impact on Symptoms (IJMS, February 2025) - https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/4/1513Purpose: The comprehensive review covering 17 urinary studies that show p-cresol is consistently elevated in children with autism.Amazon Basics Epsom Salt Soak (Magnesium Sulfate USP) - https://amzn.to/4urHSATPurpose: Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) for the sulfate-based bath Christina specifically references for sulfation pathway support.Ancient Minerals Magnesium Bath Flakes - https://amzn.to/4n1ePS0Purpose: Pure Zechstein magnesium chloride flakes for transdermal magnesium absorption. An alternative form some families prefer.NOW Foods Activated Charcoal - https://amzn.to/4tGJFBWPurpose: Activated charcoal capsules. Use only in small quantities and only under physician guidance.Morning Pep Pure Birch Xylitol - https://amzn.to/4n2x2yNPurpose: Birch-derived xylitol used as a sweetener that does not feed yeast.Medical DisclaimerThis episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health protocol or your child's protocol. The MDM test is a screening tool, not a standalone diagnosis. Work with a clinician who understands gut-brain axis biology before acting on results.Biohacking Autism with Nadia Elkhatib explores real solutions for autism anxiety, sleep challenges, gut health, MCAS, neuroinflammation, nervous system dysregulation, and caregiver health. Topics include autism gut-brain axis, microbially derived metabolites, p-cresol, microbiota transplant therapy, autism diagnostic biomarkers, functional medicine for autism, peptides for autism, autism parent ...
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    54 min
  • The Device That Could Change Autism Anxiety | Ultrasound Vagus Nerve Stimulator | Jon Hacker

    The Device That Could Change Autism Anxiety | Ultrasound Vagus Nerve Stimulator | Jon Hacker
    Apr 27 2026

    Could vagus nerve stimulation be the most important tool the autism community hasn't heard about yet?

    Jon Hacker is the founder and CEO of Neurogear and the creator of ZenBud, the world's first ultrasound vagus nerve stimulator. His team has published clinical research showing 78.6% anxiety remission in four weeks using only five minutes of daily use. That number comes from a general anxiety study, not an autism-specific trial, but anxiety is one of the most undertreated comorbidities across the autism population, and autonomic dysregulation is considered a defining feature of the condition.

    In this episode, Jon explains the real difference between ultrasound, electrical, and vibration-based VNS devices and why the mechanism matters for results. He breaks down Hebbian learning and why consistent daily sessions build lasting nervous system resilience. And he describes how vagal toning works both as daily preventative maintenance and as an in-the-moment crisis interrupt when a meltdown is already escalating.

    Nadia shares her personal inappropriate sinus tachycardia diagnosis, developed from years of chronic crisis caregiving, and announces a 30-day tracking pilot she and her son Jimmy are running with Neurogear's science team. Results in Part 2.

    Use code BIOHACKAUTISM for 15% off ZenBud at zenbud.health

    Topics: vagus nerve stimulation, autism anxiety, autonomic dysregulation, nervous system regulation, Hebbian learning, ultrasound vagus nerve stimulator, vagal toning, caregiver burnout.
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    1 h et 14 min
  • Menopause, Hormones, and Autism Caregiving: What Every Mom Needs to Know | Zora Benhamou

    Menopause, Hormones, and Autism Caregiving: What Every Mom Needs to Know | Zora Benhamou
    Apr 20 2026
    Caregiver health is not a luxury for autism moms. It is a necessity. In this episode, gerontologist and biohacker Zora Benhamou explains why autism caregivers age up to a decade faster at the cellular level and what you can do about it starting this week.Zora breaks down perimenopause and menopause hormones, including progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone. She explains why hormone replacement therapy is safer than most doctors think and shares the sleep supplement stacks that actually work for women in midlife. We cover why extreme fasting backfires during menopause, why muscle is your most important longevity organ as a caregiver, and three free biohacking tools every autism mom can use today.If you have been running on cortisol, caffeine, and willpower for years, this conversation will change how you think about your body. Zora is the host of the Hack My Age podcast and runs one of the most active communities for women biohacking menopause.PRODUCTS & SUPPLEMENTS MENTIONEDMagnesium Breakthrough, powder form (Bioptimizers) — Sleep supportSleep Troche (5-HTP + GABA + L-theanine) (Troscriptions) — Sleep supportSpermidine — Sleep and longevity supportGlycine — Sleep supportInositol — Sleep and anxiety supportGABA — Sleep supportLavender capsules — Sleep and calming supportHerbatonin (herbal melatonin) — Natural melatonin alternativeBlue blocking glasses — Circadian rhythm supportRed light therapy device — Cellular health and recoveryProgesterone cream, transdermal (Onas Natural) — Hormone supportProgesterone + melatonin oil (Karen Martel formula) — Combined hormone and sleep supportABOUT ZORA BenhamouZora Benhamou is a gerontologist (Master’s from USC), biohacker, and host of the Hack My Age podcast. She has interviewed over 300 women across five continents about their experience with menopause and aging. She runs the Biohacking Menopause community, one of the most active private groups for women navigating midlife health. Zora speaks six languages, has lived in eight countries, and is a certified Oxygen Advantage instructor and sports nutrition coach.CONNECT WITH ZORAWebsite: hackmyage.comPodcast: Hack My AgeCommunity: Biohacking MenopauseCONNECT WITH BIOHACKING AUTISMWebsite: biohackautism.comInstagram: @biohackingautismThis podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making changes to your health protocol.Biohacking Autism with Nadia Elkhatib explores evidence-informed integrative approaches for autism, including peptides, bioregulators, functional medicine, gut health, nervous system regulation, supplements, and caregiver health. Whether you are a parent navigating a new diagnosis or a veteran autism mom looking for what works, this podcast brings you the science, the strategies, and the community.Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another autism parent who needs it.
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    1 h et 39 min
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