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Gluten and casein free diet

Forestfriend

I'm wondering what you all think to gfcf diet?  Has anyone tried this?  My nearly 3 yr old was recently diagnosed and I have started him on the gluten free part of the diet (2 months in now) and both my husband and I feel we have seen some mild improvements, seems to be "more there" for us.  However, I'm really concerned about starting the casein free part of it, as denying milk to a child his age seems a big wrong.  I know they can get these nutrients from other foods but I'm worried that I might miss something he should be having.  Is it really ok to do this diet for a child his age.?

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  • Hi Forestfriend, I think allergies and intollerances go hand in hand with autism. They do not cause autism, but the irritation to the digestive system and skin can increase irritability and meltdowns. 

    If you think that your 3 year old has these issues, I would research the symptoms and decide which foods to remove on that basis. Dairy seems to irritate the gut, causing wind etc. It is often noticeable from birth. Gluten, I don't know about, except that it is rare, but fashionable, so easy to find gluten free foods.

    Taking any food out of the diet of one so young should be done with caution.

    I am dairy intollerant, suffering asthma, eczema and digestive issues. I have reduced it to nil over the years, and now use almond and soya substitutes. Dairy is in so many processed items, that it is difficult to avoiid completely.

    Caffiene is a real issue for some, so be  aware that chocolate may cause problems. Also old style food colourings and artificial sweetners can irritate.

    I hope you can find a way through the dietary minefield.

    Good luckSmile

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  • Hi Forestfriend, I think allergies and intollerances go hand in hand with autism. They do not cause autism, but the irritation to the digestive system and skin can increase irritability and meltdowns. 

    If you think that your 3 year old has these issues, I would research the symptoms and decide which foods to remove on that basis. Dairy seems to irritate the gut, causing wind etc. It is often noticeable from birth. Gluten, I don't know about, except that it is rare, but fashionable, so easy to find gluten free foods.

    Taking any food out of the diet of one so young should be done with caution.

    I am dairy intollerant, suffering asthma, eczema and digestive issues. I have reduced it to nil over the years, and now use almond and soya substitutes. Dairy is in so many processed items, that it is difficult to avoiid completely.

    Caffiene is a real issue for some, so be  aware that chocolate may cause problems. Also old style food colourings and artificial sweetners can irritate.

    I hope you can find a way through the dietary minefield.

    Good luckSmile

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