Recruiting Children (2-7 years) Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder for a Research Study on How Diet Affects the Gut Bacteria and Behavior in ASD

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Recruiting Children (2-7 years) Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder for a Research Study on How Diet Affects the Gut Bacteria and Behavior in ASDRecruiting Children (2-7 years) Diagnosed with
Autism Spectrum Disorder for a Research Study on How
Diet Affects the Gut Bacteria and Behavior in ASD

Goal of the Study. Researchers in the Department of Food Science
and Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois are investigating
the relationship between diet, gut bacteria and symptoms of ASD.
What will I be asked to do?

• To provide samples of your child’s stool.
• To complete an online questionnaire (~30 minutes).
• To complete a 3-day food record.

Will I be compensated?

Parents will receive a $30 gift certificate ($10 per sample). At the end of the study, you will also be offered a free Nutrition Education Session and a free diet analysis of your child’s diet.

Who should I contact?

For more information, contact Kirsten
Harold at UIUCMicrobiomeStudy@gmail.com or (901) 315-6188.