My son tested positive for gluten sensitivity. He just turned 1. He has not had much gluten yet, as I suspected he may not be tolerant. Thus the challenge begins to feed him gluten free as well as casein free, as he is allergic to milk protein as well. If you are currently dealing with such an issue, I'd appreciate any words of wisdom. I also have 2 other children to feed and because they are all so young (1,1 and 3) I'm wondering if it would be easier to feed all 3 gluten free. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
R.
Hello,
I have a couple of friends who just opened a store called simplygluteenfree it is in Thousand Oaks but I believe you can order online also. They have done a lot of research to find foods that taste good. If you need more information send me a note. Hope this helps.
R.,
My son doesn't have gluten sensitivity, but he is lactose intolerant and members of my family have food allergies. So, to maintian a happy and healthy household we all use dairy free milk and we don't purchase foods that would create of cause issues for anyone else in the household.
It just give a little piece of mind that you're not going to have to monitor or double check someone plate or wash hands every five seconds just to be careful.
Hope that helps and good luck!!
If you go onto www.talkaboutcuringautismnow.com website and click on the GFCF diet link, you can access a list of gfcf products that you can buy in the supermarket. They also have recipes and a 10 weeks to GFCF guide that you can follow.
In addition to this, you can also sign up to become a member of the GFCF Kids and/or GFCF Recipes Yahoo groups. I would actually recommend that you do join them because the members there are pretty knowledgable and it's a great source of current information and support so that you don't feel as if you are you are going this on your own.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to send me an e-mail and I would be glad to help you out anyway I can.
Good luck to you and your son.
Hi
Trader Joe's, Henry's and Mother's Market all have a lot of gluten free products.
Good luck
Because they are so young, it will be easier for you to make the whole family gluten and casein free, exceptions given to the adults in the house. In doing so it also erases any possible accidental exposure, ie: kids sharing food, and any unhappiness ie: why can't i have that? Also by making it so that all three kids eat the same diet, if one of the others happens to have a milder version or just sensitive, you're doing that one a favor too.
Look for websites that are for food allergies and kids. There's plenty out there to help you find a support group or network, as well as merchants and bakery shops that specialize in food without gluten and casein (and bunches of other allergy foods too!)
Best of luck.
Hi R.,
I have a million food allergies, so I know how overwhelming it can be to have to cut out foods, esp. when they seem to "hide" everywhere. I've found http://gnowfglins.com to be a good source of alternative recipies.
hi R. - i sell food from a company that was created b/c one of the children had celiacs. i have an allergy and ingredient list i can send to you for all allergens - and here is a list of some of our gluten free products. i have a lot of families dealing with allergies in my culinay club - which is a lifetime membership that gives you 20% off all your purchases. it normally costs $25 to join but during feb it is free with a $60 order! also if you are dairy free - we have a butter grapeseed oil that you can use as an alternative for cooking and baking. it is dairy free and has no cholesterol!!! check out www.jenwarr.mywildtree.com for more info!
gluten free list (we have a lot!)
Hearty Spaghetti Seasoning jar
Parmesan Rice
Scampi Blend
Roasted Garlic Grapeseed Oil
Wildberry Dressing
Tortilla Soup
Rich Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce
Natural Butter Flavored Grapeseed Oil
Alfredo Extraordinaire
Creamy Corn Chowdah
Just Like Mom’s Meatloaf mix
Rotisserie Chicken Blend
European Tuscan Dipping Oil
Onion & Chive Blend
Garlic & Herb Blend
Cilantro Lime Rice
Zesty Lemon Grapeseed Oil
Dill Dip Blend
Strawberry Cheesecake Blend
Taco Seasoning
Spanish Rice
Perfect Picatta Sauce
European Garlic Dipping Oil
Steak Glaze
Hot Chili Pepper & Garlic
Jalapeno Pepper Blend
House Dressing
Lemon Lime Cheesecake
Rancher Steak Rub Seasoning
European Dipping Oil ~ Chili
Our Own Ketchup
Guacamole Seasoning
Fajita Seasoning
California Garlic Pepper Blend
Rockin’ Red Bell Pepper spread
Herb Grilling Marinade
Sloppy Joe Seasoning
Natural Grapeseed Oil
Tuscany Bread Dipping Herbs
Basil Pesto
Cranberry Spice Blend
Crockpot Jambalaya
Leslie’s Chili Mix
Marsala Sauce
Red Bell Pepper & Garlic Blend
Poultry Seasoning
Festive Cranberry Salsa
Cranberry Horseradish Blend
Pumpkin Cheesecake Blend
Mulling Spices
Heavenly Chocolate Mousse
Lemon Rosemary Blend
Don't know if you have one in your area, but Trader Joe's is a fantastic place to find gluten free foods. (Whole Foods is pretty good too and Raley's has an ok selection and I believe they will special order just aobut anything.)
