Are there any good vitamin supplements that help with childhood autism?

No: No vitamin or dietary supplements has been proven beneficial.

No: No scientificallly proven remedies have been shown to make a difference in autistic patients in any form of outcome. This is the danger in celebrity endorsements of unfound medical treatments. Patients can spend an whole family savings on treatments that have no scientific basis and no proof of improved outcomes.

Not Really: Many children with autism are picky eaters and have intestinal issues. Nonetheless, supplements are not helpful, expensive, and in some cases unsafe. Stories about improvement after starting a treatment appear to be compelling. However there is a lot of hidden bias in such stories. Fortunately, scientists have developed methods to test whether something really works. No supplements have worked.

Alternate Opinion: With all due respect to my colleagues, I have seen autistic children improve their behavior, mood, grades, speech & their social interaction with select vitamins. Yes, good nutrition is important, but I have seen vitamins as the only thing done different cause a dramatic improve at times. Does it always help? No, but neither do prescription drugs always work. (which i also use).

Possibly: It depends on what you mean by "autism." will vitamins cure autism? No. But many children with ASD - whether due to dietary problems or metabolic issues - can benefit from supplementation with adequate doses of omega-3 fatty acids for example. Sometimes symptom relief is the goal - digestive problems may be addressed with probiotics and sleep issues with melatonin.

Not really: There is some emerging evidence that some dietary supplements and vitamins have been helpful. The studies are not consistent but certain b complex vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids have some evidence that they may be helpful. They are not necessarily standard care but could be considered for some patients.