Leigh’s disease is classified as a neurmetabolic disorder, which means that managing the metabolism and ensuring that the body functions properly can be the best way to delay or treat the symptoms. One of the densest sources of Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is asparagus, and this essential vitamin has been linked directly to combating the effects of this disease. For very small children, asparagus in formula form is acceptable, but if the sufferer is older, adding asparagus to the daily diet is the best option.
Asparagus
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Meenakshi Nagdeve, Co-Founder, Organic Facts is a health and wellness enthusiast and is responsible for managing it. She has completed the Nutrition And Healthy Living Cornell Certificate Program, Cornell University, US. She holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from IIM Bangalore and B. Tech in Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science from IIT Bombay. Prior to this, she worked for a few years in IT and Financial services. An ardent follower of naturopathy, she believes in healing with foods. In her free time, she loves to travel and taste different types of teas.
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