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Autistic adults and food

Frances
over 1 year ago

Hi, 

I was wondering if any other autistic adults with a selective diet have any advice for trying to introduce new foods?

I am now 26 and worry that my restricted diet will affect my health, it also causes issues with my relationships and work. 

Has anyone had any succces with types of therapy/the doctors or is it a case of perseverance? 

Thanks! 

Parents
  • over 1 year ago

    How restricted is your diet?

    What type of foods do you eat?

    I have always seen myself as a 'fussy' eater.

    I don't like meat, most fruit or vegetables.

    Unfortunately I tend to mainly live off cheese, potatoes and other carbs.

    I was like this as a child and my mum despaired of feeding me.

    This may be autism related.

    As a recently diagnosed person I am still finding that what I previously considered idiosyncrasies may have a basis of autism.

    I don't think a GP would help me or therapy.

    I am 60 now so any damage is done.

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  • over 1 year ago

    How restricted is your diet?

    What type of foods do you eat?

    I have always seen myself as a 'fussy' eater.

    I don't like meat, most fruit or vegetables.

    Unfortunately I tend to mainly live off cheese, potatoes and other carbs.

    I was like this as a child and my mum despaired of feeding me.

    This may be autism related.

    As a recently diagnosed person I am still finding that what I previously considered idiosyncrasies may have a basis of autism.

    I don't think a GP would help me or therapy.

    I am 60 now so any damage is done.

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