DMG (Dimethylglycine)

DMG is classed as a food supplement because, unlike vitamins and minerals, it is not essential for life and there are no symptoms of deficiency. DMG is available in some health food shops. It is believed to strengthen the immune system and improve language and behaviour.

Bolman, W & Richmond, J (1999) "A double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover pilot trial of low dose dimethylglycine in patients with autistic disorder" Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Vol 29 No 3 pp 191-194

Miller, K et al (2001) "Effectiveness of N,N-dimethylglycine in autism and pervasive developmental disorder" Journal of Child Neurology Vol 16 No 3 pp 169-173

Di-methyl-glycine (DMG)
http://www.autism.org/dmg.html

Autism Research Institute
http://www.autismwebsite.com/ari

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