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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.?

Parents

  • Gluten free diet for Autism works in may cases, but the dietary needs of the child needs to be carefully administered, primiraly because the child may have picky eating habits and may resist GFCF Food. 

    I would recommend talking to your GP to refer to a dietician. Often the dietician can ensure 2 things:

    • That your child's daily nutritional needs are adequately met by a proposed GFCF Diet Plan
    • If the nutritional needs are not met, the at least the dietician can suggest alternative supplements.
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  • Gluten free diet for Autism works in may cases, but the dietary needs of the child needs to be carefully administered, primiraly because the child may have picky eating habits and may resist GFCF Food. 

    I would recommend talking to your GP to refer to a dietician. Often the dietician can ensure 2 things:

    • That your child's daily nutritional needs are adequately met by a proposed GFCF Diet Plan
    • If the nutritional needs are not met, the at least the dietician can suggest alternative supplements.
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