Acetaminophen, Pregnancy and Autism: What Is the Real Connection?

Talking With Docs Podcast by Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal

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📩 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, doctors explore the recent debate about acetaminophen use during pregnancy and whether it’s linked to autism. Two major studies published in 2024 and 2025 reached very different conclusions, and we break them down so you can understand the evidence yourself. We explain how acetaminophen works, why it’s commonly recommended during pregnancy, and the difference between correlation and causation when it comes to autism research. We also share how your body processes the medication and the role glutathione plays in protecting the liver. You’ll learn: Why acetaminophen is often the pain/fever option during pregnancy What two recent studies say about autism risk 2025 Environm ... 

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