Dr. Ken Alibek
NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS FROM Dr. Ken
Personalized Dietary Guidance for Immune, Liver, and Brain Health
Based on the child's clinical picture — including possible chronic HBV or other infections, mild electrolyte imbalance, and low-grade inflammation — the following detailed dietary plan is designed to support the immune system, optimize gut health, enhance detoxification pathways, and promote healthy neurodevelopment.
Core Nutritional Goals
Anti-inflammatory & Immune-modulatory
Target chronic low-grade inflammation and support balanced immune regulation
Mineral Repletion
Restore key electrolytes — sodium, potassium, and calcium — essential for nerve and muscle function.
Gut-supportive
Strengthen the intestinal barrier, improve microbiome balance, and enhance detox capacity.
Stable Glucose & Metabolic Support
Control glycemic fluctuations and support mitochondrial energy production.
Liver-supportive
Provide nutrients and antioxidants to protect and restore liver function, especially in possible chronic hepatitis B.
Neuroprotective & Cognitive Support
Provide key nutrients to support brain function, neurotransmitter balance, and neurodevelopment.
Recommended Therapeutic Foods
Anti-inflammatory Fats
Extra virgin olive oil
Wild salmon
Sardines
Flaxseed oil
Chia seed
Liver-supportive
Broccoli sprouts
Cauliflower
Artichokes
Dandelion greens
Turmeric
Milk thistle
Potassium-rich
Avocado
Spinach
Sweet potato
White beans
Coconut water
Calcium-rich
(non dairy)
Sardines
Tahini
Kale
Bok choy
Almond flour
White beans
Zinc & selenium sources
Pumpkin seeds
Brazil nuts
Oysters
Turkey
Almond flour
White beans
Probiotic/fermented
Sauerkraut
Beet kvass,
Low-histamine coconut yogurt
Prebiotics
Green bananas
Cooked-cooled rice
Jerusalem artichoke
Leeks
Polyphenols
Blueberries
Elderberries
Rosemary
Oregano
Cloves
Glucose-stabilizing
Protein + fiber
Cinnamon
Chromium-rich foods
FOOD TO AVOID
Ultra-processed foods
(additives, colors, preservatives)
Refined sugar
(increase inflammation)
Cow’s milk and casein
(may worsen gut permeability)
Gluten
(for many autistic children, removal improves behavior and GI symptoms)
Industrial seed oils
(increase inflammation)
High histamine foods
(aged cheese, smoked fish, tomato paste, vinegars (due to
mild eosinophilia)
Save Sweetener Options (non-proinflammatory)
Sweetener
Type
GI Impact
Notes
Stevia
Natural glycoside
Very Low
Antioxidant, antimicrobial; best in pure leaf extract form (not blended with maltodextrin)
Monk fruit
Natural mogroside
Very Low
Excellent flavor, heat-stable, safe even in inflammation/viral infection.
Erythritol
Sugar alcohol (polyol)
Very Low
Well-tolerated in small amounts; not fermented by gut f lora. May cause bloating if overused.
Sorbitol
Sugar alcohol (polyol)
Low
Found naturally in some fruits; non-cariogenic; may cause mild laxative effect.
Sucralose (pure)
Synthetic derivative
Zero
Non-caloric and heat-stable. However, caution is advised in large amounts. Use in small doses only.
AVOID THESE SWEETENERS
Honey, Agave, Maple syrup
High sugar content → immune suppression, inflammation
Fructose-based syrups
Promote liver strain and triglyceride buildup
Aspartame, saccharin
Linked to neurotoxicity and GI issues in sensitive children