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Are you interested in Gluten free cooking?

Filed under:Other — posted by admin on January 8, 2009 @ 8:54 am

Hi there – Just a quick post today as I am thinking of adding a section to the the new Aspergers website on gluten free cooking; as I am sure you know this type of diet can help children with ASD.

In this section will be recipes and videos on cooking gluten-free foods, and maybe people can also share their own favorite gluten free recipes etc.

But I am really unsure whether this is something that a lot of parents will want or not; and I don’t want to add this information if it’s not really wanted.

So please can you add a quick yes or no comment to the blog to let me know.

Thanks

Dave

PS The text version of this week’s article should also be on the way soon!



comments (409)

409 comments »

  1. Yes I am

    Comment by JOANN MARMOL — January 8, 2009 @ 9:07 am

  2. Yes. We are gluten sensitive and so are many folks I know. Thank you. Lindajmorris

    Comment by Linda J. Morris — January 8, 2009 @ 9:13 am

  3. no i am not interested

    Comment by christine hoff — January 8, 2009 @ 9:14 am

  4. yes we would love that.

    Comment by Tina Barragan — January 8, 2009 @ 9:23 am

  5. Not sure. There was a time I looked into it but now I don’t have time. My daughter has her likes and dislikes and I am scared to try her on a new diet at this stage. Wish I would of started at age 3 or 4. Would be good for newly diagnosed. or people willing to change. I know I can’t at this time.Thanks for asking me.

    Comment by Pam Hunt — January 8, 2009 @ 9:26 am

  6. Yes, I think that would be a good idea.

    Comment by Barbara — January 8, 2009 @ 9:26 am

  7. I would definitely appreciate and use the cooking guide. Thanks

    Comment by Terry — January 8, 2009 @ 9:27 am

  8. Yes please that would be great thnaks.

    Comment by Paula Rastrick — January 8, 2009 @ 9:34 am

  9. DEFINATELY Please!!!!

    Comment by belinda — January 8, 2009 @ 9:35 am

  10. Yes I am interested in Gluten-Free cooking as well as other “free” diets (dairy-free,sugar-free,etc) for kids with autism. Thanks.

    Comment by melissa h — January 8, 2009 @ 9:36 am

  11. Yes please that would be really good. Not sure where to start.

    Comment by imogen harris — January 8, 2009 @ 9:37 am

  12. PAM – It’s never too late to make changes…. I sneak stuff in all of the time. Elimination comes first, but you have to substitute things back that she either likes or the sneaky way where she doesn’t know about it. I know from experience…. it really is never too late to make healthier choices. Gluten free foods would make you even feel better.

    Comment by belinda — January 8, 2009 @ 9:38 am

  13. I would enjoy the new section as I have a child with aspbergers and ciliac disease and its hard to find gluten free foods he will eat maybe this section would help a lot!

    Comment by sarah — January 8, 2009 @ 9:39 am

  14. Definiely yes! I myself have Celiac Disease and had no idea that gluten free diet was helpful to an Aspie which my grandson is.

    Comment by Mary Dalton — January 8, 2009 @ 9:40 am

  15. Yes! Definatley

    Comment by albetz — January 8, 2009 @ 9:40 am

  16. Yes, thanks!

    Comment by Lisa Anderson — January 8, 2009 @ 9:41 am

  17. I’m not sure what the effect gluten may have on someone with Aspergers but would like to find out more

    Comment by Jo — January 8, 2009 @ 9:42 am

  18. yes, i would love to have gluten free recipes.

    Comment by janet bridges — January 8, 2009 @ 9:42 am

  19. Yes I would love to

    Comment by Glen Pederson — January 8, 2009 @ 9:43 am

  20. No thanks – my daughter is following a gluten-free diet but I think there are lots of recipes (on cealiac sites)already.

    Comment by Mary Robertson — January 8, 2009 @ 9:43 am

  21. yes please

    Comment by john wood — January 8, 2009 @ 9:43 am

  22. Yes Please, I have 3 AS children with one being Type 1 diabetec. All help will be much appreciated as I have discovered that their eating habits has a great deal to do with their wellbeing.

    Comment by Marina — January 8, 2009 @ 9:43 am

  23. Definately! Dietary changes must be supervised by a naturopath or doctor so the child does not miss out on essential vitamins and minerals but it is a slow and ultimately extremely helpful process. We eliminated lactose and casein first and our sons’ stomach cramps and screaming tantrums stopped! If he even has a sliver of cheese, the cramps and bloating and constant wind return within hours. We are just about to try going gluten free now. Please persevere if you are just starting, it’s well worth the effort. Good luck to all.

    Comment by Sophie Gurnett — January 8, 2009 @ 9:44 am

  24. I’ve tried Gluten free bread in the past and my child hated it. Can’t say as I blame him, it was pretty awful. I would love to get my hands on some decent tasting stuff!

    Comment by Christine — January 8, 2009 @ 9:44 am

  25. No thank you.
    I tried this for many months; no dairy either…..didn’t do a thing. If anyone was really helped with this, it would be front page news all over the world. It never stands up to research.

    Comment by Jo Anne — January 8, 2009 @ 9:45 am

  26. No, I don’t think so. Not at this time. I would have to do more research into this.

    Comment by Lynn H — January 8, 2009 @ 9:46 am

  27. Yes, that would be great. I’ve heard it can help tremendously with ASP diagnosed children. Looking forward to it. Keep up the great work.

    Comment by Judy — January 8, 2009 @ 9:48 am

  28. Yes! I’m willing to try anything. Please post notes on any dietary triumphs people have had specifically with autism/asperger’s.

    Comment by Jennifer Johnson — January 8, 2009 @ 9:49 am

  29. Yes, please. We just started our son on this diet and would appreciate any help we can get.

    Comment by Scott Helsing — January 8, 2009 @ 9:49 am

  30. YES-IM INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT IT

    Comment by ROB — January 8, 2009 @ 9:49 am

  31. Yes, I would like to try some to see if it helps my son.

    Comment by Jill S — January 8, 2009 @ 9:50 am

  32. yes

    Comment by kathy spalding — January 8, 2009 @ 9:50 am

  33. Yes, gluten and dairy need to go!
    It works, be patient it is like any detox or withdrawl from any drug…don’t give it back to them…it takes time but soo worth it. Need chidren’s cookbook…

    Comment by Susie — January 8, 2009 @ 9:51 am

  34. Yes please, i would love to give it a try.

    Comment by jan rosair — January 8, 2009 @ 9:51 am

  35. Yes, without a doubt; I am not sure it is doable with a vegetarian daughter, but I have certainly read that it can help-no other manipulation of her diet has helped(egg, dairy free; adding omega fatty acid supplements etc)

    Comment by Tess — January 8, 2009 @ 9:51 am

  36. No, and I think this is pretty wacky.

    Comment by Alan — January 8, 2009 @ 9:51 am

  37. I already have my son on gluten free since he also has Celiac Disease (as do I) so I am always looking for gluten free recipes, etc. Thank you!

    Comment by Maria Callahan — January 8, 2009 @ 9:52 am

  38. Yes, we would be interested in this.

    Comment by Dave — January 8, 2009 @ 9:52 am

  39. Yes this would be very helpful, like one of the previous comments I don’t really know where to start!

    Comment by Debbie — January 8, 2009 @ 9:54 am

  40. yes!

    Comment by miranda — January 8, 2009 @ 9:55 am

  41. Yes ~ I would love to see some “tastey” gluten free recipes!I believe that is why my kids are doing so well. My daughter has attempted a vegan diet on and off. We have some nice restaurants that serve vegan menus. You have to make it easy – or people won’t participate unless they are ocd like us. Thanks for all you do for our community – Dave! We appreciate all the info.

    Comment by Laura Pratto — January 8, 2009 @ 9:57 am

  42. I would love that! We’re cooking gluten-free for four in this household :-) . Any help appreciated.

    Comment by Karen — January 8, 2009 @ 9:57 am

  43. Yes please

    Comment by Edie Houck — January 8, 2009 @ 9:58 am

  44. Not really for us personally. But for the group as a whole absolutely! Michelle already has such a restricted diet since she has Galactosemia this would be almost impossible to incorporate both but then maybe we should give it a shot…

    For everyone else who hasn’t had to incorporate dietary changes, they seem a lot scarier and harder then they actually are once you get into a routine.

    Cheers

    Bonnie

    Comment by bonnie — January 8, 2009 @ 9:58 am

  45. Yes very interested

    Comment by dave brook — January 8, 2009 @ 9:58 am

  46. Yes, I would be interested. Have been reading about this and would like to know more.

    Comment by Bonnie Laird — January 8, 2009 @ 9:59 am

  47. Yes, there are only the two of us so I cook mainly gluten free now. My son is 15 and the selection of ready made is much better than 10 years ago but I’m trying to cook the majority of our meals.

    Packed lunch ideas would be great also

    Thanks

    Comment by Gladys Kinamore — January 8, 2009 @ 10:00 am

  48. yes pls – also v interested in knowing difference being glutenfree has made to children. (Also dairy free?)

    Comment by Jane — January 8, 2009 @ 10:00 am

  49. Thank you Dave. I would be very interested in the gluten free diet.

    Comment by Janet — January 8, 2009 @ 10:01 am

  50. Yes

    Comment by Tony — January 8, 2009 @ 10:01 am

  51. Yes! That would be very helpful. Sometimes it’s hard to know where to start and this would be a real blessing.

    Comment by Sandy — January 8, 2009 @ 10:02 am

  52. Yes. Am thinking of putting my son on it and need all the advice I can get!

    Comment by Wendy — January 8, 2009 @ 10:02 am

  53. I don’t need it, but I think it would be a wonderful addition and greatly used by many.

    Comment by Chris — January 8, 2009 @ 10:02 am

  54. yes please, thank you for thinking of this

    Comment by rosy — January 8, 2009 @ 10:03 am

  55. I am not really sure about the diet, it may be judged once sampled, and if the prices were in English money.

    Comment by Linda Moore — January 8, 2009 @ 10:03 am

  56. Yes I would like to see things the whole family can enjoy together.

    Comment by APRIL LAPOINT — January 8, 2009 @ 10:04 am

  57. Yes i would enjoy that very much. My daughter is pretty set on the types of food but i’ve heard there all kinds of ways to prepare these foods so they are gluten free and better for her but i’m lost as to where to get the stuff to do it, or how to do it myself at home.

    Thanks again

    Comment by shannon tysinger — January 8, 2009 @ 10:04 am

  58. I would be interested in some recipe ideas for my son.

    Thanks…

    Comment by Joann — January 8, 2009 @ 10:05 am

  59. I would love to get recipes that are good. I’ve tried some from friends that they designed and weren’t good.

    Comment by EllenaH — January 8, 2009 @ 10:06 am

  60. Maybe. I have a few friends who use gluten free diets and are always looking for sites. We don’t keep a gluten free diet in our home, though.

    Comment by Leslie Benecki — January 8, 2009 @ 10:07 am

  61. I don’t need it for my son. He hardly eats anything as he is extremely fussy and if he was on a gluten-free diet there would be nothing he could eat! Good idea for some though.

    Comment by Caroline — January 8, 2009 @ 10:08 am

  62. Yes, sure….who wouldn’t give it a try?!

    Comment by Loretta — January 8, 2009 @ 10:08 am

  63. Yes!

    Comment by Sue — January 8, 2009 @ 10:10 am

  64. No, thanks.

    Comment by Linda — January 8, 2009 @ 10:11 am

  65. Yes, please!

    Comment by Donna Brown — January 8, 2009 @ 10:12 am

  66. Would be interesting to look through.

    Comment by Jackie — January 8, 2009 @ 10:13 am

  67. Yes Please

    Comment by Patricia — January 8, 2009 @ 10:13 am

  68. Yes

    Comment by Elizabeth Hensley — January 8, 2009 @ 10:14 am

  69. YES, please! Both my kids are gluten free and it is SO hard to find and make good things for them. I would love to have guidance on this!!

    Comment by Sarah — January 8, 2009 @ 10:15 am

  70. Yes, this could help. Thank you.

    Comment by Elaine — January 8, 2009 @ 10:15 am

  71. Yes, I welcome more information on this subject

    Comment by Elizabeth Strong — January 8, 2009 @ 10:16 am

  72. YES Definitely !!!!!!

    Comment by Christine Johns — January 8, 2009 @ 10:16 am

  73. I would love to know something about it.

    Comment by Lisa — January 8, 2009 @ 10:17 am

  74. yes, absolutely.

    Comment by Terri — January 8, 2009 @ 10:17 am

  75. I might be interested. I looked into the diet, but it was almost cost prohibitive, plus my son’s doctor said there was not enough evidence to lead her to believe it was helpful. I would at least look at it, and maybe try some of the recipes.

    Comment by Kris Egolf — January 8, 2009 @ 10:17 am

  76. It’s something I would try, but in my limited experience of gluten free food (ready made from supermarket) it didn’t taste great. So maybe freshly made, home cooked might prove otherwise.

    Comment by Kate Smith — January 8, 2009 @ 10:17 am

  77. I think that would be good. I would use it.

    Comment by Audra Clark — January 8, 2009 @ 10:17 am

  78. Yes

    Comment by Donna Burris — January 8, 2009 @ 10:20 am

  79. I am very interested anything that may help is worth a try for us

    Comment by donna — January 8, 2009 @ 10:21 am

  80. I would have liked to start the glutin free 10 -15 years ago when we were trying to find out what was going on with Kevin. Now at 18 he does his own cooking and it would be difficult to get him to change his diet.

    Comment by Debbi, — January 8, 2009 @ 10:22 am

  81. Definitely. I have to do vegetarian gluten free and its tough to find good recipes but they are out there.

    Comment by Annette — January 8, 2009 @ 10:23 am

  82. Yes, this would be helpful

    Comment by Nancy Little — January 8, 2009 @ 10:23 am

  83. Yes!

    Comment by Paul — January 8, 2009 @ 10:24 am

  84. yes, we thank you for your support and all the information that you give us.

    Comment by dora — January 8, 2009 @ 10:24 am

  85. Absolutely!! If gluten really seems to be a major contributor to alleviating ASD symptoms what have anyone got to lose!!? I am only worried of time consumption with cooking as we are already trying for a insulin resistance directed diet for the whole family!! Please consider some “easy” but healthy options for all us working mums with too little time to spend in the kitchen too!!
    Great initiative Dave…. A new AS mum

    Comment by susan gregersen — January 8, 2009 @ 10:25 am

  86. No.

    Comment by Beth Hicks — January 8, 2009 @ 10:28 am

  87. I think its a good idea, however, not sure if my son will like it, but worth a try.

    Comment by Maria — January 8, 2009 @ 10:31 am

  88. Yes, that would be great!

    Comment by Toni — January 8, 2009 @ 10:32 am

  89. No I don’t think I would use

    Comment by Judy Quevedo — January 8, 2009 @ 10:33 am

  90. yes i would love to see the recipies.

    Comment by cheryl — January 8, 2009 @ 10:33 am

  91. No, but thank you. I am getting the information because of my grandson, who I’m trying to get help for.

    Comment by Lorene Herrmann — January 8, 2009 @ 10:34 am

  92. Absolutely- my daughter is extremely gluten-sensitive. For those who want a place to start, I would suggest a local health-food store. I am able to keep my daughter well-stocked with her favorites there.

    Comment by Tina Kraakman — January 8, 2009 @ 10:36 am

  93. Yes, diet is something that I need to look at. A friend of mine has her son on a wheat free diet and has seen dramatic results.

    Comment by Linzi — January 8, 2009 @ 10:38 am

  94. Yes – that would be very helpful

    Comment by Liz Turnbull — January 8, 2009 @ 10:42 am

  95. I would not be interested in that information.

    Comment by Brian Cooksey — January 8, 2009 @ 10:42 am

  96. Easy recipes with simple ingredients would interest me. I keep finding bread recipes with 4 different types of flour and that gets very expensive.

    Comment by Tom — January 8, 2009 @ 10:42 am

  97. Yes, definitely would love to see the recipes!

    Comment by Jo Williams — January 8, 2009 @ 10:42 am

  98. yes definatly

    Comment by julie — January 8, 2009 @ 10:43 am

  99. yes, gluton free recipe section would be helpful. could it also include dairy, wheat and yeast free as well. thanks, michael.

    Comment by Michael — January 8, 2009 @ 10:44 am

  100. Yes sounds interesting, my 11yr lod son has constant ‘wind’ and i’ve never thought of changing his diet, so i am willing to look it over and give it a try…

    Comment by sonia midgley — January 8, 2009 @ 10:47 am

  101. Yes, this is something new I am trying with my daughter and would love to have some recipes to work with.

    Comment by Jennifer — January 8, 2009 @ 10:47 am

  102. It would be interesting, although my son has his likes and dislikes like everyone, plus, I´m not sure I have the time; but I would like to see it just the same.

    Comment by Esther — January 8, 2009 @ 10:56 am

  103. Yes, + yes, Both my daughter, with asp’s, + i need to eat gluten free,

    i only just learnt it can help asp’s.

    as much info as you can post, as i dont know what food has gluten + what doesnt,
    and like others, my daughter is so fussy.

    Great idea, Thanks

    Comment by bindi — January 8, 2009 @ 10:57 am

  104. Yes, I would love to try recipes that others have suggested.

    Comment by Kristine Blake — January 8, 2009 @ 10:57 am

  105. yes, i’m interested even though my son suffers from multiple food allergies. But it could be useful to know more about it. thanks

    Comment by paola mann — January 8, 2009 @ 10:58 am

  106. Yes, please

    Comment by Huny — January 8, 2009 @ 10:59 am

  107. Definitely yes. My son has been on a gluten-free diet for over four years, and it has helped him enormously, but there are never enough of ideas and recipes.

    Comment by Lia — January 8, 2009 @ 11:00 am

  108. Absolutely! I have Celiac and am always looking for ideas.

    Thanks so much!

    LIZ :)

    Comment by Liz — January 8, 2009 @ 11:01 am

  109. My son is a type 1 diabetic as well as asperger so a gluten free diet is difficult to incorporate as his diet is already complicated by the diabetes. Certainly add it to the website for those persons who can use the recipes and this will give some feedback as to the effectiveness of the diet.

    Comment by Susie — January 8, 2009 @ 11:01 am

  110. Yes, I would like that! I’m sure my daughter would be interested as well, because several people have suggested the “gluten” free diet to her, but neither of us actually understand what that would entail. Thanks.

    Comment by Lynn Wiley — January 8, 2009 @ 11:03 am

  111. Yes, anything that can help my child is a great welcome.

    Comment by Kris — January 8, 2009 @ 11:04 am

  112. Yes I would like to learn more about this.

    Comment by Kristina — January 8, 2009 @ 11:04 am

  113. Would be good. Maybe you can make a section of children’s foods that come closest to typical kids favorites, and a section for family foods.
    Thanks for considering the effort!
    Best wishes,
    Gesa Barto

    Comment by Gesa Barto — January 8, 2009 @ 11:05 am

  114. Yes! I am interested in helping my son in any way I can! I have been considering changing the whole family’s diet to gluten free, and like everyone else I don’t know where to start. I actually work at a grocery store that sells tons of gluten free options, but it’s all so confusing and EXPENSIVE! Simple and less expensive options would be great!

    Comment by Sandra Sherrard — January 8, 2009 @ 11:09 am

  115. Yes, especially comments on how the recipes turn out for people. You can waste a LOT of money trying recipes that don’t actually work for anyone.

    Comment by Janine — January 8, 2009 @ 11:10 am

  116. yes

    Comment by wendy hammons — January 8, 2009 @ 11:13 am

  117. YES!!!!! My son is on a gluten free diet and it is hard to come up with different things for him to eat that taste good.

    Comment by Amy M. — January 8, 2009 @ 11:13 am

  118. Yes I am.

    Comment by Emma — January 8, 2009 @ 11:17 am

  119. Most definitely. We already have several gluten-free recipe books that have proved beneficial. hcc

    Comment by Helen Case Clinton — January 8, 2009 @ 11:18 am

  120. yes

    Comment by joe o' donnell — January 8, 2009 @ 11:18 am

  121. yes please would be very helpful

    Comment by julie — January 8, 2009 @ 11:19 am

  122. Yes, I would LOVE more info on gluten-free cooking and products. Thanks!!

    Comment by Lin Hagen — January 8, 2009 @ 11:19 am

  123. yes, i think it is a god idea even thouh i’m not sure what kind of food that is, it might give me some ideas.

    Comment by Cheryl Apa — January 8, 2009 @ 11:21 am

  124. Would be good for some parents, unfortunately my son has a very rigid diet and will not deviate.

    Comment by Julie — January 8, 2009 @ 11:21 am

  125. Yes, would love to have recipes. Thanks.

    Comment by Lori — January 8, 2009 @ 11:21 am

  126. Yes, I would love to have gluten-free information as well as recipes! Awesome!

    Comment by Lin Hagen — January 8, 2009 @ 11:21 am

  127. I would definitely like it…am very interested

    YES YES YES

    Comment by Judy Kirkland — January 8, 2009 @ 11:26 am

  128. YES PLEASE POST GLUTEN FREE FOODS WE REALLY NEED IT ! THANK YOU :-)

    Comment by TINA N. — January 8, 2009 @ 11:26 am

  129. YES PLEASE!

    Comment by K — January 8, 2009 @ 11:26 am

  130. yes. My daughter’s mood differs drastically when she is gluten free. Makes a calmer home environment.

    Comment by Phoebe — January 8, 2009 @ 11:26 am

  131. I have been trying to cook gluten-free but need some ideas. I also need more knowledge on how to identify gluten in foods.

    Comment by Jill — January 8, 2009 @ 11:27 am

  132. yes. I would love a gluten free diet. It would help us a lot

    Comment by Rose Bond — January 8, 2009 @ 11:29 am

  133. I’ve been creating GF / CF recipes for my son since 2001 (almost done with my book that will include his top 50 favorites) but am always interested in trying new ideas!
    Thanks!
    Rhonda

    Comment by Rhonda Spellman — January 8, 2009 @ 11:31 am

  134. yes i would love gluton free diets

    Comment by peggy elder — January 8, 2009 @ 11:32 am

  135. Yes, I would be very interested! This would be a great help.

    Comment by Ranelle Krejci — January 8, 2009 @ 11:34 am

  136. Thanks would be good if they are tried and tested.

    Comment by Linda H — January 8, 2009 @ 11:35 am

  137. I would appreciate a gluten free section. I would like to know kids favorite snack ideas and ideas for school lunches!

    Comment by Mikeys Mom — January 8, 2009 @ 11:38 am

  138. yes, I would love info on gluten free diets since we are implementing that at this time

    Comment by rose monette — January 8, 2009 @ 11:40 am

  139. i would try recipes .

    Comment by cathy — January 8, 2009 @ 11:41 am

  140. I would love it and would love to hear more about the diet(s) and what symptoms improve. I also read somewhere if a gluten free diet is in the IEP then the school must provide it at no extra cost to parents — to get it on the iep you need a dr note. has anyone had any experience with this and how does it work? One thing keeping me from putting johnny on the diet is that i heard once on the diet if you cheat or go off of the diet the symptoms return, many times worse?!? is this true in other’s experiences? also last yr I brought cupcakes for johnny’s bday and one child was on the diet and he was so sad he couldnt join the class — it broke my heart! If I had known in advance about the diet I would have ordered a gluten free cake for everyone. I just hate to see kids who already are sometimes “excluded/isolated/different” have to deal with another thing about their life that is different and exclusionary — certainly seemed like it hurt this poor child’s sense of belonging even more! Another issue is with my ex and whether he would follow the diet and how well?He’s not exactly known for healthy choices for the kids already.

    I would love more info!! I would like to hear good experiences and bad and neutral ones as well. How to get started — thanks!

    Comment by erica — January 8, 2009 @ 11:43 am

  141. yes

    Comment by Susan Stockstill — January 8, 2009 @ 11:45 am

  142. Any suggestions or resources you can share would be wonderful! It is really hard to find edible glute free casein free foods ar recipes that children will eat.

    Comment by PAULA — January 8, 2009 @ 11:45 am

  143. Yes please

    Comment by Dona Manning — January 8, 2009 @ 11:46 am

  144. Im not sure, one of my biggest problems is he wont eat anything much at all, toast and marmite and yoghurt is about it.

    Comment by annemarie brown — January 8, 2009 @ 11:46 am

  145. Yes, although I am not sure how to incorporate it in my lifestyle. I am a Jew, so we have lots of bread all the time. Not sure how to go about making Challah glueten free.

    Comment by Allie — January 8, 2009 @ 11:49 am

  146. Yes, I would really appreciate this information!!! Thank you!!!

    Comment by Kim Zimowske — January 8, 2009 @ 11:50 am

  147. Would love to have gluten free recipes. I have already adapted many things, Found De Boles rice noodles for lasagne and corn pasta that taste just like regular. Haven’t found a pizza crust yet and that would be really helpful!!! I think It’s important for kids to enjoy what their peers eat because an Aspergers child already feels “different” enough. (My daughters words) Thank you!!!

    Comment by Faith — January 8, 2009 @ 11:51 am

  148. Yes, that would be great

    Comment by Barb — January 8, 2009 @ 11:51 am

  149. Yes, definately! I am Celiac & my grandson(age 9) is also plus autistic. He is so particular in his eating but needs more nourishment as he is very thin. Thank you for any help.

    Comment by Johanna Bullock — January 8, 2009 @ 11:53 am

  150. Yes please

    Comment by Belinda — January 8, 2009 @ 11:56 am

  151. A change in diet??? New food??? Change is very much disliked. She won’t drink milk but does eat “lemon yogurt” and marble cheese. She will not eat fruits or veggies and if you put them on the same plate as the food she “might” eat she will say her food is contaminated and be angry, flip out, then refuse to eat at all! Very difficult to get her to eat nutritious foods.
    I have tried “hiding” veggies in other foods but she has extremely good taste buds and smells things before she puts them in her mouth so she catches it every time even in the most miniscule amounts. She also doesn’t like the look, colour or texture of some foods… Frustrating.

    But it could be a good idea if she would eat it… I might try it someday when I have more patience… (I’m running a little low on that right now).

    Comment by Karen Walker — January 8, 2009 @ 12:02 pm

  152. I have been on a wheat free diet for years. I use rice flour instead of wheat. It takes a while to learn because 1 cup of wheat flour is 1 1/3 cup of rice flour. What should be added to the page is a link on where to find wheat free products. Keep in mind that wheat is used as a thickener in soups, and processed foods.

    Comment by Judith Holbrook — January 8, 2009 @ 12:03 pm

  153. yes please

    Comment by jane — January 8, 2009 @ 12:05 pm

  154. I think there is a dietary connection. My son craved milk years ago but stopped drinking it on his own. He had just started to eat stacks of bread when I read about GFCF. We just had him stop having it as an after-school snack. Now he eats about 3 apples when he gets home. He definitely gets stuck on certain foods, so if you have something easy that he likes, it could become part of his routine. Thanks for your help!

    Comment by Mary — January 8, 2009 @ 12:08 pm

  155. amendment to last comment….Pizza crust we like a lot. Also to Erica when my daughter goes off the diet the symptoms do seem to hit her more extremely but I think it’s good in a way because it makes her realize that her body really can’t tolerate the gluten. It’s good reinforcement. I wish I had started it years ago. She is now so much more alert we were able to go off Focalin and use a natural supplement that we are now considering reducing and possibly removing!!! It’s been well worth the change. She says she feels sooo much better and isn’t constantly plagued by embarrassing gas.

    Comment by Faith — January 8, 2009 @ 12:12 pm

  156. Yes, we can use any and all helpful information we can get. If changing my childs diet will help her, I’m all for it.

    Comment by Chalon Stark — January 8, 2009 @ 12:13 pm

  157. Yes. We are just starting to move our HFA son to this diet. We would love more info and community input. Thanks so much for what you do!

    Comment by Ken Mejias — January 8, 2009 @ 12:17 pm

  158. Not for me but if it helps others then go ahead

    Comment by sue — January 8, 2009 @ 12:19 pm

  159. That would be great!

    Comment by Lorraine Reba — January 8, 2009 @ 12:19 pm

  160. Yes please -we do gluten free eating.

    Comment by Nettie — January 8, 2009 @ 12:21 pm

  161. Yes. are they close enough to typical foods kid eat?
    Thanks for taking the time to add this on!

    Comment by Emmi — January 8, 2009 @ 12:23 pm

  162. Yes. That would be great.

    Comment by O. White — January 8, 2009 @ 12:25 pm

  163. Yes. My 9 yr old son started a casein free (no dairy including butter) in August under the supervision of a DAN dr. http://www.autismwebsite.com/aRI/dan/dan.htm
    He also added supplements calcium/magnesium, pro-biotic, vitamin/mineral supplement and cod liver oil. His digestive system responded immediately and improved. He did go through withdrawel for a couple of days – he definitely had an addiction to dairy and still misses regular cheese but there are vegan rice alternatives he likes. After 2 and 1/2 months the dr. had blood and urine work done to check nutrient levels, gluten sensitivity (must be done prior to taking child off it) and heavy metals. We started him off gluten before results came back which actually show him not sensitive to gluten; however, the dr. said to keep him off a minimum of 3 mos and see if he is better with it or without it. I find he is better without it. He doesn’t want to EAT ALL the time and his diet has diversified and he is willing to try new things. He still doesn’t want veggies but I’m going to try juicing them with fruit. Based on results the dr. added Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Acetyl L-Carnitine and CoEnzyme Q10 as well as upping the cal/mag and cod liver and vitamin dosage. We get these through Emerson Ecologics as recommended by dr. they aren’t prescription but we had dr. put on prescription pad so our health savings will count it as it isn’t cheap. If finances are an issue I’d see what your dr. could do for you. We’ll address the slightly higher lead level soon. I’ve noticed he is more calm and focuses better. It is apparent that he reacts to food color though by getting hyper, fussy, and jittery so I’m eliminating this as well including his toothpaste. I was intimidated by doing this at first but I felt I had nothing to lose and I didn’t want to regret not trying something that could help him. We are what we eat. I follow the diet as well and feel better, my husband still eats gluten. I think it is easier if the family can follow some if not all of the diet too. Here is a good site for info. http://www.talkaboutcuringautism.org/index.htm and this is a great site for recipes http://www.livingwithout.com/ Do the research and I highly recommend having a doctor supervise. So, yes, please have recipes and include casein free as well. Also, you can get rice noodles like spaghetti and macaroni shape at Asian food stores cheaper than specialty and WalMart carries Rice Milk that is cheaper than specialty. Chebe is a good brand for bread sticks and NaMaste has great cake, brownie etc. mixes. It is cheapest to do from scratch and there are great cookbooks out there Special Diet for Special Kids, etc. Best of luck and be willing to try. I told Seth he had to do this to help his body heal and being Aspergers he understood the rule and follows the diet well. He isn’t always happy about it but I told him it was okay to be sad but sometimes we have to accept things in life that are for our best and he does accept it.

    Comment by Carol Benjamin — January 8, 2009 @ 12:26 pm

  164. Yes! That would be wonderful!

    Comment by Camil — January 8, 2009 @ 12:31 pm

  165. Yes please, and casein free recipes or substitute products suitable for a casein free diet would be of interest given the reported benefits of a gluten free, casein free (GFCF)diet for children with autism.

    Comment by Bev — January 8, 2009 @ 12:32 pm

  166. Yes would help a bunch thanks.

    Comment by Mike — January 8, 2009 @ 12:34 pm

  167. Yes that would be a great idea – i know a few people who need gluten fre diets

    Comment by Ed Heidt — January 8, 2009 @ 12:35 pm

  168. Yes that would be great.

    Comment by Jenn — January 8, 2009 @ 12:39 pm

  169. Yes, please. Any and all new suggestions will help.

    Comment by Lora — January 8, 2009 @ 12:40 pm

  170. YES,YES,YES. It would be great, most of us can`t figure out what is gluton free or not. I have a hard time trying to figure it out and of course it is so expensive to buy already. We are poor people, not middle class. jeff lives on preparde foods, because his tastes are so different and of course it has to look good or he won`t touch it. Thanks if you can.

    Comment by jimmie — January 8, 2009 @ 12:40 pm

  171. Yes, very much so! Our doctor has recommendedit but we’ve fdound it a bit difficult to do.

    Comment by Gina Diamante — January 8, 2009 @ 12:41 pm

  172. We are just starting the gluten free/cassien free diet. It is very interesting. The doctor gave us a list of foods we can HAVE. I thought the hardest would be giving up dairy as my son’s diet was all dairy. It’s been easy as I explained that his body was unable to digest it and would might make him feel better. I would like more information and recipes.

    Comment by Heather B. — January 8, 2009 @ 12:43 pm

  173. Like some parents out there, my son is 14 now and has his own preferences, but I would like to see if maybe I could sneak in some of the good out of it. I’m for it. Thanks.

    Comment by Erika — January 8, 2009 @ 12:45 pm

  174. I noticed alot of people not sure and needing information about gluten free and cost and this is from the talk about curing autism website and is very informative including how to do GFCF on a budget http://www.talkaboutcuringautism.org/gfcf-diet/gfcf-diet-on-a-budget.htm

    Comment by Carol Benjamin — January 8, 2009 @ 12:53 pm

  175. yes, recipes would be nice

    Comment by heidi — January 8, 2009 @ 1:07 pm

  176. Not sure, have to do more research on gulten – free foods. I’d be willing to read up on it.

    Comment by Lyn Dietz — January 8, 2009 @ 1:10 pm

  177. Yes please.

    Comment by Tinus vamn der Merwe — January 8, 2009 @ 1:10 pm

  178. Yes to gluten AND SUGAR & DAIRY free cooking! Hard to find recipes that incorporate both. Lots of raw foods is important too. And my son is on special Acidophilus with some strain that, according to my Naturopath, kids with these kinds of issues are lacking. Thanks, Vera

    Comment by Vera B — January 8, 2009 @ 1:10 pm

  179. Yes, it would be helpful.

    Comment by Ruth — January 8, 2009 @ 1:11 pm

  180. yes please start simple

    Comment by pam — January 8, 2009 @ 1:11 pm

  181. yes

    Comment by Ruth — January 8, 2009 @ 1:11 pm

  182. yes

    Comment by maria — January 8, 2009 @ 1:13 pm

  183. not sure if my 13 year old son would be willing to try it, but I would like to learn more and maybe try it.

    Comment by Jennifer — January 8, 2009 @ 1:21 pm

  184. YES,IT WOULD HELP. THANK YOU.

    Comment by DOMINICK R. LAZARO — January 8, 2009 @ 1:21 pm

  185. Yes. This is not something we have used so far, but I have been interested in learning more about this subject. Recepies would be so helpful!
    Thank you for all of your time & efforts. They are greatly appreciated.

    Comment by MELANIE — January 8, 2009 @ 1:21 pm

  186. Yes, I think my daughter is old enough now to be more receptive to this. (12 yrs. in March) When she was little, I was just happy she would eat. Now she understands nutrition and tries to have a well-balanced diet – but she loves carbs!!

    Comment by Kathleen — January 8, 2009 @ 1:21 pm

  187. Yes, and thank you!!

    Comment by Lin Hagen — January 8, 2009 @ 1:26 pm

  188. Would love some ideas. My 15-year-old AS son went gluten free this summer and we have noticed huge behavior differences on the gluten free days as opposed to the “just tried a little gluten” days.

    Comment by LeAnn — January 8, 2009 @ 1:30 pm

  189. YES, please!!! Your information and common-sense help is a Godsent!! Bless you Dave and heartfelt thanks!! Lin

    Comment by Lin — January 8, 2009 @ 1:33 pm

  190. I am wondering if my granddaughter may have aspergers like her older brother. Sshe has a severe asthmatic reaction to Play Doh and the coating on M&M’s, Is this a gluten-related part to Apsperger’s.? I read in Parents M Dec ‘08 magazine that the Playdoh thing is related to glutin-sensitive children.

    She ahs a short attnetion span and yet is smart. Nt diagnosed as Aspergers, just hads a Nana who thinks she does have it.

    Would glutin free foods help her?

    C. Cline

    Comment by Catherine Cline — January 8, 2009 @ 1:35 pm

  191. That would be great. We just started a gluten free lifestyle plus extra fatty acids and are interested to see results.

    Comment by sandy — January 8, 2009 @ 1:38 pm

  192. Yes, I would be very interested in gluten free recipes. But also I am interested in gluten free-dairy free cooking too.

    Comment by Mylene — January 8, 2009 @ 1:42 pm

  193. Not for my but I could pass them on to others :0)

    Comment by Jools — January 8, 2009 @ 1:43 pm

  194. Yes. I had my 7 year old on dairy free because he was allergic to casien now he’s just in the past few months started back on dairy. My 6 year old also has autism but he is more picky. We are scheduled to see our naturalpath next month and since my younger one is having more tummy aches I think gluten free and if possible dairy free maybe in our future. The simpler the recipes the better I say. Like everyone else I have no time. Luckily my kids love fruits and veggies because they live on them pretty much. Thanks again for all your help.

    Comment by Jen — January 8, 2009 @ 1:47 pm

  195. Yes I would be interested.It is a good thing to have. Knowledge is a good thing.

    Comment by sharon — January 8, 2009 @ 1:47 pm

  196. Yes. We tried casein and gluten free diet and felt it did make a difference to our 7 year old’s hyperactivity and concentration levels. We are now applying to Univ of Sunderland to have the peptide level test done, so have had to ease back off the diet over last few months. Depending on results we may be desperate for any help with gluten free – most particularly any bread recipes which work in a bread maker! Thanks.

    Comment by NJ — January 8, 2009 @ 1:48 pm

  197. YES, I am very interested. I have been wanting to start this with my son. Thank you.

    Comment by Jeri Lynn — January 8, 2009 @ 1:49 pm

  198. yes! Would be great to know where to start. I have an extremely fussy son who lives on bread, dairy, and raw vegetables and fruit, and who flips out if anything different is put on his plate at all. I want to try introducing him to gluten free, but with his limited tastes and textures I am finding it very difficult at the moment.

    Comment by Dawn — January 8, 2009 @ 1:50 pm

  199. No, thank you. This is not something we are considering.

    Comment by Jennifer — January 8, 2009 @ 1:57 pm

  200. yes, New recipes would help, have been doing casien, gluten, rice, soy,and corn free for 3 years.
    Really hard. He had testing and was allergic to rice of all things. We don’t do additives either. Raise everything we eat almost. We do but Applegate hotdogs.

    Comment by Kathy — January 8, 2009 @ 1:58 pm

  201. Yes please! That would be great!

    Comment by Ragina — January 8, 2009 @ 2:01 pm

  202. yes

    We don’t follow it personally as it is to costly for our budget and Keeley has so many allergies her diet is already reduced to a few things, but I know many people that do and one of my friends had mentioned recently that she was looking for some more recipies. I think it would be beneficial.

    Comment by Karla — January 8, 2009 @ 2:02 pm

  203. Yes, Recipes would be good.

    Thanks!

    Comment by Ruth-ann — January 8, 2009 @ 2:03 pm

  204. Yes. That would be great. I have considered it but have never actually gotten much information. Suzanne

    Comment by Suzanne Mitchell — January 8, 2009 @ 2:08 pm

  205. Yes please that would be great.

    Comment by Jane — January 8, 2009 @ 2:11 pm

  206. Yes please. We are keen to try a gluten free diet, but are too scared to start. Any help you ca provide would be much appreciated.

    Comment by Helen — January 8, 2009 @ 2:13 pm

  207. No, that is not something I am interested in.

    Comment by monica — January 8, 2009 @ 2:14 pm

  208. Hi Dave,

    Know nothing about gluton free cooking but if it helps, sure go ahead and I will try out the recipies

    Comment by Christopher — January 8, 2009 @ 2:14 pm

  209. Yes….I would love to try to do gluten free. My son has huge food aversions. I would love to try to sneak things in. Also help on how to impliment this.

    Comment by Bonnie Bartha — January 8, 2009 @ 2:23 pm

  210. Oh yes, please, i have one cook book that Jerry Sienfield’s wife wrote, that has a lot of good recipies but ,gluten free is what i have been considering , My grandson is a good eater but to much processed food. Thank you for your wonderful website ,Sincerly K. Johnson

    Comment by Kathy Johnson — January 8, 2009 @ 2:27 pm

  211. Yes that would be great Hayley has a bit now and dosnt mind it but brought food is expensive and dosnt taste great.

    Comment by Leanne Calder — January 8, 2009 @ 2:28 pm

  212. yes gluetin free

    Comment by kelly — January 8, 2009 @ 2:31 pm

  213. Yes, what a great idea…

    Comment by Pam Fleming — January 8, 2009 @ 2:34 pm

  214. Any help is ALWAYS appreciated! My son is 11 and definitely has his own ideas about eating. We have been buying organic and natural foods in an attempt to keep him healthy. They cost a little more, but by feeding him healthier foods, we hope to avoid the doctor bills…win/win :0)
    We recently found a source of whole foods and vitamins and minerals in a form that he eats willingly (he reminds me if I forget to give them to him). Do a search for “Yummi Bears” and check out the ingredients (they’ll make you smile). They are gluten free and casien free…bonus! We have found that we can sometimes get him to try something new if there is a reward attached. The trick is to never give up…with a little effort, they can eat healthy. By buying organics, you get away from the antibiotics, GMO, MSG, hormones, preservatives, need I go on?

    Comment by Carmen — January 8, 2009 @ 2:42 pm

  215. yes

    Comment by amanda mcaleenan — January 8, 2009 @ 2:43 pm

  216. yes

    Comment by Dina — January 8, 2009 @ 2:46 pm

  217. Yes, gluten-free recipes would be great, especially if they are also casein, soy and egg-free. My 7 year old son with Asperger and ADHD has greatly improved on the diet but preparing food and keeping it interesting is a big challenge now.

    Comment by Lovice Sutherland — January 8, 2009 @ 2:48 pm

  218. yes that would be very helpful.

    Comment by RHIANNON — January 8, 2009 @ 2:50 pm

  219. Yes, I would be interested in that. I would love to know what percentage of your readers have their children on a gluten free diet. We are in the early stages and I have heard a lot about it.

    Comment by Monica — January 8, 2009 @ 2:53 pm

  220. yes, definately I would like to see the new recipes for gluten free. It will benifit me as well

    Comment by vicky — January 8, 2009 @ 2:53 pm

  221. Yes, that would be very helpful. We have recently begun the diet with my daughter and have seen some great improvements but I am running out of ideas for meals….thanks again!

    Comment by Lerryn Grindell — January 8, 2009 @ 2:56 pm

  222. YES! We have been doing gluten and dairy free for 8 months and could always use some more ideas. One recipe we love is to use a brown rice tortilla instead of pizza crust and then use mozzarella flavored rice shreads instead of cheese. Sounds gross but my son loves it!

    Comment by Shelley Snyder — January 8, 2009 @ 3:05 pm

  223. Yes Please! I’m very interested in hearing info on Gluten Free diets and how they help Aspergers kids. Recipes would be wonderful!!

    Comment by Joan — January 8, 2009 @ 3:06 pm

  224. Yes. I’m interested. Thank you.

    Comment by Aida — January 8, 2009 @ 3:07 pm

  225. Yes, we are considering eliminating gluten.

    Comment by Beverly Wallrauch — January 8, 2009 @ 3:12 pm

  226. YES!!!!!!

    Comment by Jennifer — January 8, 2009 @ 3:21 pm

  227. Yes please…now if I could only get my son to even TRY some new foods!!

    Comment by Mary — January 8, 2009 @ 3:23 pm

  228. yes

    Comment by BERNIE O'SULLIVAN — January 8, 2009 @ 3:25 pm

  229. I’ve heard this improves symptoms and behavior, but I’m skeptical. Anyway, maybe I’ll try some of the recipes,however my son is extremely picky and not keen on yrying new foods…especially green in color or just plain nutritious. It would be beneficial to try.

    Comment by Lisa — January 8, 2009 @ 3:25 pm

  230. I have never tried the gluton free diet however I am willing to try. An addition of gluton free information, on your web site, would be a much easier access and worth a try…so I say Yes!
    Thanks for thinking “out of the box”

    Comment by Dee McCullar — January 8, 2009 @ 3:26 pm

  231. Yes, please. I have attempted several times to implement a gluten free diet for my son, and just can’t find anything yet that he likes much. Please help! We appreciate you Dave, and all of your efforts for us. May God bless you fully and may you have the happiest of new years.

    Comment by Tammie Benton — January 8, 2009 @ 3:47 pm

  232. Definitely

    Comment by MJ — January 8, 2009 @ 3:48 pm

  233. I am with alot of you. Not knowing where to start. So yes yes I’d be interested!

    Comment by Katie — January 8, 2009 @ 3:49 pm

  234. yes please something i have heard about but im intolerant of white flour myself so it might benefit us all round.

    Comment by helen hanson — January 8, 2009 @ 3:52 pm

  235. Test for food alergies! I did and Glutin Free worked for us!

    Comment by Yes Please--- My Son has done a complete turn around since we found out he had food alergies and we pulled all he was allergic to... Wheat,Soy,Corn,Peanut,Egg, Dairy,chocolate,Pork- I would suggest if you have not already- get your Autistic/Aspergers ch — January 8, 2009 @ 3:53 pm

  236. Yes! Gluten free is good for everyone in the family!

    Comment by Karen — January 8, 2009 @ 3:55 pm

  237. Yes I think this would be great.

    Comment by kelley mcneil — January 8, 2009 @ 3:56 pm

  238. YES! I’m surprised that I’ve seen no requests for Casein/Gluten free recipes. I believe you should have special catagories to please all different types of needs. Maybe have a section that excludes egg, soy, corn and casein and gluten etc… Yes – all sources help.

    I never would have believed my 8 year old son would have taken to such strict dietary standards. But he has in 3 weeks! (Think about it – Christmas break and not one cookie) He would look at labels and say, “Oh I can’t have that.” He was 106 pounds and has lost 8 pounds! I’m so proud of his will power! I don’t know if he’ll need this diet for ever – but I’m eating better for it. Start with just the dairy(Casein) for a while then add the gluten. If you knew me – I’m so not the type to do special cooking – It’s seriously kind of basic. The brown rice noodles taste the same and we eat a lot of chiken – veggies -fruit and rice – noodles and lamb. Not so tough – Joanne

    Comment by joanne pahl — January 8, 2009 @ 4:03 pm

  239. That would be really great. It is hard to find a place in our area that sales gluten free things.

    Comment by Cori — January 8, 2009 @ 4:04 pm

  240. yes

    Comment by jackie — January 8, 2009 @ 4:10 pm

  241. its hard but will try it

    Comment by jackie — January 8, 2009 @ 4:12 pm

  242. Yes, that would help alot in the care i give

    Comment by Becca — January 8, 2009 @ 4:13 pm

  243. I’ve already tryed gluten-free with my son, it is a very hard diet to do with children although products are improving, and for a very short space of time he seemed well but was eventually diagnosed with Crohns disease. Can’t say if it could have helped his ASD. But why not have some information on gluten-free for those who want to try.

    Comment by Diane C — January 8, 2009 @ 4:17 pm

  244. Yes, gluten free would be great. Know what else? an ongoing list of the foods that contain the red dye #40, which is so toxic to ADHD and autism spectrum sufferers.

    Comment by Joan — January 8, 2009 @ 4:18 pm

  245. I think it would be a great resource! My son was diagnosed ASD at 3 and we were forced to put him on a gluten free diet at 4 1/2 years due to an allergy to wheat. I can’t say for sure if it worked for his asperger’s but more recipes are always welcome.

    Comment by Christina Hanthorn — January 8, 2009 @ 4:20 pm

  246. absolutely!!!!!!!!!

    Comment by Charmaine Smilowski — January 8, 2009 @ 4:26 pm

  247. Going gluten-free is great for Aspergers, ADD, ADHD etc but caseine (the protein in dairy) -free is even more important. There is some evidence that A2 milk is OK, as it contains a different type of caseine. The casomorphines formed when A1 milk is heated (eg when it’s pasteurised) and those found in gluten are what cause the problems. I live in a country town in Australia and the range of gluten and dairy-free foods available im our local supermarkets far exceed those I could find in even big health food stores in the USA. I understand the UK has a good selection also.

    Comment by Merrie Bott — January 8, 2009 @ 4:34 pm

  248. yes, have been interested in this for awhile but don’t want to go s’earching’ for kid friendly recipes

    Comment by mastermess — January 8, 2009 @ 4:40 pm

  249. that would be great thanks

    Comment by lea — January 8, 2009 @ 4:40 pm

  250. I have tried the gluten-free and casein free diets off and on (for a year at a time) from when my fraternal twin boys with Asperger’s were about 4 to about 10 years and it didn’t make a difference with them. They are now 15. I try to make their diet at home as healthy as possible with as much of a variety of organic fruits and veggies as possible, limiting refined sugar and white flour…(I am allowing them to eat the school lunches which are not the healthiest.) They also have been taking Omega fish oil caps (along with a multi vit.) for about 2 years now, which I find seems to help calm them (and also helps with other health issues) My sons are both in a mainstream High School, totally mainstreamed with some small accomodations for testing, busing… They still have some difficulties. They are not “cured”. They started music therapy/guitar lessons a few months ago and they love it. I got a local agency to pay for the sessions in my home.

    Comment by Regina Soderman — January 8, 2009 @ 4:40 pm

  251. yes, would love that. I once stocked up on gluten free products for my autistic son but gave up on it as i had no recipe ideas….

    Comment by Lynda — January 8, 2009 @ 4:42 pm

  252. Yes! I am a speech/language pathologist who sees many children with ASD who are on special diets. The families are always challenged with food selections that are easy to make, cost effective and interesting to eat. I look forward to additional information!

    Comment by Jan — January 8, 2009 @ 4:42 pm

  253. Yes. We will be going to a biomedical dr. in April, who specializes in diet and supplementation for Autism spectrum kids. His website indicates that there will def. be a change in dairy and wheat products!

    Comment by Sheri — January 8, 2009 @ 4:44 pm

  254. Yes! My son is on the GF/CF diet for about 4 months now and we’ve seen great improvements in his behavior; less tantrums, less screaming. It is time consuming and costly, but it has been worth it for my son. Homemade GF breads and treats are definitely better tasting than the purchased GF foods, so I would love more recipes. For anyone who is considering this diet; yes it is difficult but if you start slow and find the GF/CF foods that your child likes, you can make it work! I am a working mom (full time)and I’m finally starting to find short cuts and simple meals that my son likes. Good luck to all.

    Comment by Sue — January 8, 2009 @ 4:47 pm

  255. Yes that would be great thanks. Been gluten free for over a year now and the decrease in sensory sensitivities and overall tolerance of situations (even new ones) is OUTSTANDING!!!

    Comment by Trudi Hogg — January 8, 2009 @ 4:48 pm

  256. Yes please-anything that might help.

    Comment by Christine Taylor — January 8, 2009 @ 4:50 pm

  257. Yes would be very helpful.Home baked bread in bread machine is much better than shop bought – but still not great!Recipes would be appreciated. Look out for gluten free vanilla flavoured sponge cake ready mix, highly recommend it.

    Comment by Susan Woff — January 8, 2009 @ 4:58 pm

  258. My children have a milk and egg alergy. Already a nightmare preparing foods, but what the hay…in for a penny, in for a pound. I will try the gluten free recipes and advice if it helps them. I certainly know it would help my husband! Unfortunately it seems that milk, eggs and gluten in one form or another are in eveything processed!!!!! Reading labels takes me so much extra time at the supermarket! Wake up manufacturers!

    Comment by Debbie Whitear — January 8, 2009 @ 5:04 pm

  259. Yes defo’!

    Comment by Eileen — January 8, 2009 @ 5:05 pm

  260. Yes I would love to get this type of information.

    Comment by Melissa Lyle — January 8, 2009 @ 5:09 pm

  261. No, not interested in gluten free recipes.

    Comment by Jenny hutchinson — January 8, 2009 @ 5:13 pm

  262. Yes – any any hints on how I can make it work in a family with many different needs

    Comment by Jodie — January 8, 2009 @ 5:37 pm

  263. YES so many of the commercial gluten-free products are grainy in texture or tasteless, and with aspergers kids oversensitive to textures… CASEIN free too if possible, one week my 8 yr old son LOVES rice milk, the next he won’t touch it, but I can cook with it (and with boys soy isn’t a great option because of the estrogen effect). Now the red dye #40 thing is new to me, I’ll be looking closer into that too, thanks. Lori

    Comment by Lori Palliaser — January 8, 2009 @ 5:38 pm

  264. People say it works, so, why not trying it?

    Comment by emma — January 8, 2009 @ 5:41 pm

  265. yes i would be very interested in this as it is something i know very little about

    Comment by phyllis green — January 8, 2009 @ 5:44 pm

  266. yes i would be very interested in this as i know very little about this

    Comment by phyllis green — January 8, 2009 @ 5:45 pm

  267. for Erica, #23 – the accounts I’ve heard are that sometimes after being gluten free for an extended period of time, reintroducing small amounts of it has NO effect, not a worse one. Going gluten free for Aspergers isn’t the same as going gluten free because of Celiac disease – so check where the info came from. I find more & more professional bakeries are offering gluten free options lately too, at least here in Ontario, Canada.

    Comment by Lori Palliaser — January 8, 2009 @ 5:46 pm

  268. A big yes since I am gluten-free most of the time. Recipes and more info is helpful. If I can get my son to eat this way, then oh joy!! Cheers and thanks

    Comment by Susan — January 8, 2009 @ 5:53 pm

  269. My daughter already follows a gluten free diet as she is sensitive to gluten but not on autistic spectrum. But reading some of the response I might see how my son (awaiting diagnosis of aspergers)copes with gluten free. I think it will be hard as he’s such a fussy eater but I do know when my daughter has had gluten she has a complete personality change from being an angel to a little monster!! For anyone who thinks gluten free is hard I disagree. it’s not easy but I take a whole family approach as often as I can so we all have the same meal. Not always possible but most gluten containing products have a gluten free equivalent. Coeliacs UK website has loads of useful information for anyone in the UK and there helpline is brilliant.

    Comment by Linda — January 8, 2009 @ 6:05 pm

  270. Yes,all information helps.

    Comment by Betty Bunner — January 8, 2009 @ 6:15 pm

  271. Personally not,but it may help others,then do so.

    Comment by Phil Jacobs — January 8, 2009 @ 6:19 pm

  272. Please include gluten free recipes. These are needed by all in my family.

    Comment by Joyce — January 8, 2009 @ 6:24 pm

  273. Most definately. I really don’t know where to start.

    Comment by Maggie — January 8, 2009 @ 6:30 pm

  274. yes that would be great

    Comment by vicki payne — January 8, 2009 @ 6:49 pm

  275. Yes please, we follow the ‘gf/cf’ (gluten free/ casein free) diet and it works very well. As we were told it will not CURE the aspergers but it makes the aspergers child much easier to deal with….. it really DOES work!

    Comment by Jose — January 8, 2009 @ 6:53 pm

  276. Yes, I think having the availability would be really good for ease of those considering it. Perhaps even divide further into guides of simple ways to start so that the change in diet would not be apparent in the beginning as so many Autistic spectrum kids are very sensitive to any change. Perhaps even provide besides the recipies, suggestions for implementation, how to make it easier, etc, as well as links to other sites that may offer additional recipies and hints.

    Comment by Deborah — January 8, 2009 @ 6:55 pm

  277. Yes, I would be very interested!

    Comment by ashley — January 8, 2009 @ 7:09 pm

  278. yes please

    Comment by Michelle Barham — January 8, 2009 @ 7:18 pm

  279. Great idea as always

    Comment by Michelle Beach — January 8, 2009 @ 7:29 pm

  280. Yes. I’ve just started eliminating gluten from my diet last year and need some more help. Our local grocer has a large section of gluten free products but I need recipes and ideas.
    Thank you.

    Comment by Marieda Craghead — January 8, 2009 @ 7:31 pm

  281. yes please do also want info on drug free treatments

    Comment by Patricia Rager — January 8, 2009 @ 7:40 pm

  282. Yes, I would be very interested. Thank You!!!!

    Comment by Kathy OMelia — January 8, 2009 @ 7:41 pm

  283. thanks for the offer, am really want to see more about the gluten diet.
    have a blessing day.

    Comment by marybell chastain — January 8, 2009 @ 7:54 pm

  284. YES!

    Comment by fbelliard — January 8, 2009 @ 8:04 pm

  285. Yes, I’d be interested in seeing more on this topic.

    Comment by Shelly — January 8, 2009 @ 8:08 pm

  286. Yes I would like it

    Comment by Saroja Srilata — January 8, 2009 @ 8:12 pm

  287. Yes!

    Comment by Sandy Kabel — January 8, 2009 @ 8:30 pm

  288. yes please

    Comment by Mary Frew — January 8, 2009 @ 8:49 pm

  289. yes it would be great to share good gluten free recipes.

    Comment by Jen — January 8, 2009 @ 9:05 pm

  290. Yes! My daughter also cannot have corn or soy products. Any help/suggestions are welcome.

    Comment by Patrice — January 8, 2009 @ 9:32 pm

  291. Yes please – that would be wonderful
    Annie

    Comment by Annie Robinson — January 8, 2009 @ 9:34 pm

  292. YES! I would be very interested in that!

    Comment by Sandy — January 8, 2009 @ 9:40 pm

  293. yes..yes…yes!!!

    Comment by Barbara West — January 8, 2009 @ 9:41 pm

  294. Yes please.

    Comment by JILL J. FABRERO — January 8, 2009 @ 9:52 pm

  295. I was told several years ago to get gluten free bread as my grandson consumes a lot of bread but he wont eat it. I went on the net and they said that USA has a hormone called secretin as people with Aspergers need it to help their stomach and bowel flora. Our pediatrician said that you cant get it in N.Z. and he thought he would improve eating habits in his teens.

    Comment by Lillian Carde — January 8, 2009 @ 9:56 pm

  296. Yes, please!

    Comment by Laurie deFrancesco — January 8, 2009 @ 10:02 pm

  297. Would appreciate gluten free lead.

    Comment by Jules — January 8, 2009 @ 10:12 pm

  298. To restrict Gluten out of your diet – one can NOT have:
    Wheat
    Rye
    Oats unless it says gluten free
    Barley
    spelt
    Kamut
    flavoring is questionable (i.e. malt flavoring comes from barley.)

    Casein free – one Can NOT have:
    casein
    lactalbumin
    lactoglobulin
    sodium caseninate
    whey
    lactose
    curds
    sodium lactylate
    milk
    butter/marginine
    bran
    caseinates
    fortified protein

    We are on a Casein/Gluten Free diet..what we eat is…Almond milk or Soy
    The cereal to buy now is Rice Chex
    Instead of margarine we use olive oil – it’s good
    Fruit – Vegetables. Potatoes – chopped up – put in a bowl with some added olive oil. Sprinkle on salt – pepper – onion powder – tarragon and thyme – Put in oven for 1 hour at 350 they are great!
    Most meats – Rice flour noodles – Brown rice –
    Just some ideas – Hope this helps! Joanne

    Comment by joanne pahl — January 8, 2009 @ 10:16 pm

  299. Yes. Please do add this to the blog. It would really help my families efforts to be wheat free.

    Comment by T Scott — January 8, 2009 @ 10:31 pm

  300. Yes that would be great!

    Comment by Kim A. Goodwin — January 8, 2009 @ 10:32 pm

  301. Namaste makes some great gluten-free mixes for cookies, brownies, bread, and such. The problem I have is that I can’t always afford $5 for one loaf of bread. BRING ON THE RECIPES!!!!!

    Comment by Heather — January 8, 2009 @ 10:44 pm

  302. yes please dave would love recipes and anything that you can provide……

    Comment by LISA GRIM — January 8, 2009 @ 10:58 pm

  303. Would love to check it out!

    Comment by Cindi DeGiacomo — January 8, 2009 @ 11:17 pm

  304. Yes please great idea

    Comment by Lyn — January 8, 2009 @ 11:54 pm

  305. YES!

    Comment by Gina — January 9, 2009 @ 12:01 am

  306. Yes please am always looking for foods that my son might like to try.

    Comment by Alison Read — January 9, 2009 @ 12:02 am

  307. Yes, please

    Comment by Neil Bloy — January 9, 2009 @ 12:34 am

  308. Yes, we are following a gluten and casein free diet and feel it is making a difference and is worth a try. It doesn’t need to be expensive, we do not buy a lot of packaged foods, just fruit, veg, rice, meat, soy yogurt and milk. Many gluten free items are now available at regular supermarkets so it’s not that difficult. I’d welcome some new recipies to try that are both gluten and dairy free.

    Comment by Binky — January 9, 2009 @ 12:37 am

  309. Not interested. Have enough trouble with what he will eat. Has to smell and feel everything first. Does not like foods mixed. But he does love breads, buns, crackers which we use to fill him up and a reward after trying everything on his plate. Gluten free would really restrict us more.
    But as all children are different – gluten free may work for some of the other children with aspergers / autistim

    Comment by Anne — January 9, 2009 @ 12:46 am

  310. Yes that would be fantastic – have been running a gluten and dairy free household for over 10 yrs now and always looking for tips and recipes!

    Comment by Cassandra Davis — January 9, 2009 @ 12:55 am

  311. No Thankyou. We tried a gluten and cassein free diet for 9 months with my 8 year-old triplet children – 1 who has Asperger’s, ADHD and Cerebral Palsy. Although there were no other alterations to his medication, there was a considerable escalation in his level of agitation and anxiety – which the paediatrician agreed was probably attributable to the change in diet.

    Comment by Diane — January 9, 2009 @ 1:06 am

  312. Yes, it definately – please keep your Autralian friends in mind when setting it up. Some foods there are not available here. Thank you.

    Comment by Jo-Anne — January 9, 2009 @ 1:07 am

  313. Yes it would be great and will help a lot

    Comment by Daleen O'Leary — January 9, 2009 @ 1:16 am

  314. I have no clue about dietary benefits for children with ASD – I know my son is very fussy and wants to eat junk all the time, but I’m not sure about what sort of diet would help him and would love some advice on where to go and some good things to try.

    Comment by Adrienne — January 9, 2009 @ 2:09 am

  315. Yes please. My son is a coeliac any way and was diagnosed with this a few years before his aspergers. It is a restricted diet as gluten seems to be in everything, so its not for the faint-hearted. We have to be extra careful – seperate chopping boards, toasters and margarine tubs, but only because a touch of gluten will make my sons very ill. If you go ahead with this and need extra help and advice then I am willing to help out as I have been doing this for 9 years!

    Comment by Rhona Huish — January 9, 2009 @ 2:42 am

  316. Any recipe to help my wife cope with my very particular diet would be greatly appreciated.

    Comment by Roger Hope — January 9, 2009 @ 3:45 am

  317. Yes, would definitely be interested in hearing more about it anyway. Thanks

    Comment by Laura — January 9, 2009 @ 4:00 am

  318. yes please – very interested!!

    Comment by Dee Chesher — January 9, 2009 @ 4:44 am

  319. no thank’s for us, but I would be interested in articals and experiences on “food and mood”.

    Comment by k m — January 9, 2009 @ 4:51 am

  320. Yes please!

    Comment by Ann — January 9, 2009 @ 5:01 am

  321. Not for me thanks as we already have severe allergies to eggs nuts fish and seafood.I would be interested in additives and preservatives and also if anyone has heard anything further about guernsey milk and Autism that was in the press several months ago as I have not heard anything further than the inital reports.

    Comment by Alison — January 9, 2009 @ 5:01 am

  322. I would love to receive gluten free recipes with lots and lots of new ideas. Thanks so much I think it is an excellent idea

    Comment by Victoria de Leon — January 9, 2009 @ 5:02 am

  323. Gluten free recipes would be extremely helpful. Lots of Ceoliac’s disease throughout my father’s family. We can always do with more! :) Jean.

    Comment by Jean — January 9, 2009 @ 6:13 am

  324. Yes, it sounds like a vey good idea.

    Comment by Shirley Gonzalez — January 9, 2009 @ 7:00 am

  325. Yes please. I’m just starting to consider this diet but as my son is such a fussy eater I am a bit worried!!

    Comment by Nikki Yeoman — January 9, 2009 @ 7:09 am

  326. Yes, I would be very interested in gluten free recipes. You are a major help, learning how to help my grandson. Please keep up the great work.
    Thanks

    Comment by Michelle Cennon — January 9, 2009 @ 7:25 am

  327. Yes I would like to see a glueten free recipe section, if that type of diet would make my son’s life better,I’m all for it!!!

    Comment by Sharyn — January 9, 2009 @ 7:50 am

  328. Yes, could always use more ideas. My son is a celiac so is has been on a celiac/gluten free diet for quite a few years now. Im also an aspie and try to eat less wheat, rye etc in my diet now too. As for and IEP for the school on gluten free, most schools dont have to cover it and sadly my sons school does not and can be very stupid about it.

    Comment by Tina E. — January 9, 2009 @ 8:01 am

  329. Hi,
    this is my first ever post.Yes Dave it sounds like alot of our group wants/needs this info.
    Karen W. I can so relate to your comment.Joanne thanks for the list.I don’t think Casien free is for us because my son practically lives on milk.I tried rice milk once p/my friend who’s son has autism and he told me it was “digusting”and bad.Gluten free p/Joannes list looks more doable for us.
    I really appreciate you Dave and this blog.Its good to know we are not alone.Thanks for all you do.

    Comment by Karen Cherry — January 9, 2009 @ 8:34 am

  330. yes, we aren’t total gluten free but I try to keep it away as much as possible and I’d love recipes using less wheat for the whole family. I know it helps keep her more calm and is healthier for the whole family to eat gluten free.

    Comment by Connie — January 9, 2009 @ 8:44 am

  331. Yes I would appreciate it.

    Comment by Stacey Lilly — January 9, 2009 @ 9:02 am

  332. It would be a great idea as i also have a friend who is wheat and gluten intolerant

    Comment by Juie Calder — January 9, 2009 @ 9:26 am

  333. Yes, that would be great!! We have been doing the GFCF diet for 10 months and it has made a huge improvement. Our son was in full-time Special Ed. This year he is mainstreamed in the classroom and only has to go to the Resource Room as he needs it…which is only a couple times a week. I find a lot of recipes that are gluten free, however not caseine free. So that would help a great deal. I do have 3 cookbooks but am always looking for more ideas.

    Comment by Dana Christensen — January 9, 2009 @ 9:27 am

  334. Yes! We are trying to move more toward a gluten free diet but my son is already so thin, it’s hard to get enough calories into him with the restricted diet. So having good recipes and ideas here would help broaden the possibilities of finding foods that work with the diet and keep him well-fed!

    Comment by Emily — January 9, 2009 @ 9:30 am

  335. Yes I would love it. Thanks

    Comment by Mandy — January 9, 2009 @ 9:48 am

  336. Yes, I’m interested in gluten-free information.

    Comment by Deborah — January 9, 2009 @ 10:28 am

  337. I would greatly appreciate these recipes. Thanks!

    Comment by Joanne — January 9, 2009 @ 11:14 am

  338. absolutely!

    Comment by Lorraine — January 9, 2009 @ 11:55 am

  339. Absolutely! My sister, who has had atopic dermititis all her life was recently diagnosed with a gluten allergy…my grandson, who has the same dermatitis and Aspergers will definitely benefit from the restriction of gluten! Thank you!!

    Comment by Barb — January 9, 2009 @ 11:56 am

  340. Definitly! My son has been for eight years and this would be a great help!

    Comment by Lorraine — January 9, 2009 @ 11:57 am

  341. I would love that.

    Comment by Cindy Jones — January 9, 2009 @ 12:51 pm

  342. I certainly wouldn’t mind seeing these recipes. I am not sure if I would use them but it would be nice to have a resource if I decided to try it.

    Comment by Heather Rushing — January 9, 2009 @ 1:08 pm

  343. Yes we would love to cook gluten free. I am new at learning how so I would definitely find it helpful. Thank you so much!

    Comment by Lori Ann Santos — January 9, 2009 @ 1:20 pm

  344. Yes please

    Comment by kareng — January 9, 2009 @ 1:29 pm

  345. Yes, although I have to say all the gluten-free foods I’ve bought so far have not gone over big with my son. Why does everything good for you have to be so nasty?

    Comment by Dona — January 9, 2009 @ 1:59 pm

  346. Interested, but (as a teacher) have found that parents don’t stick to the diet and the ‘odd’ packet of crisps don’t seem to count…. (easier than sticking to the diet when a tantrum occurs… But could be beneficial – also just a ‘healthier option’ ?? (No refined carbohydrates – or REAL foods… as a preference

    Comment by Maryanne — January 9, 2009 @ 3:10 pm

  347. Yes, absolutely. I have found that I feel much better on the gluten free diet too. I have trouble getting my son to eat noodles, bread or flour mixtures that are gluten free. If I coat our chicken with gluten free flour before cooking it he can tell and will not eat it. He has waffles that I make that he loves though. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thankyou

    Comment by Cathleen — January 9, 2009 @ 3:50 pm

  348. Great idea I have just started the gluten free diet and it is already making a huge difference

    Comment by Linda — January 9, 2009 @ 6:49 pm

  349. yes

    Comment by MLM — January 9, 2009 @ 7:06 pm

  350. I think that it would be great. Thanks for asking.

    Comment by Kelly — January 9, 2009 @ 8:17 pm

  351. Absolutely! Thank You.

    Comment by Suzanne — January 9, 2009 @ 8:31 pm

  352. Yes…but he probably won’t eat any of it!!!:)

    Comment by Anne Marie — January 9, 2009 @ 9:19 pm

  353. Any info that will enrich my son’s diet and keep him healthy would be wonderful.

    Comment by Josh's mom — January 9, 2009 @ 9:29 pm

  354. Yes please. We are always looking for more gluten /dairy free receipes and especially snack type food for our aspie. Judging by the response I can see you are on the right track by including receipes etc. Many thanks.

    Comment by marie — January 9, 2009 @ 11:21 pm

  355. Would love some receipes. Anything worth a try.

    Comment by Delia Cunningham — January 10, 2009 @ 4:41 am

  356. Would love some receipes, anything worth a try !!

    Comment by Delia Cunningham — January 10, 2009 @ 4:41 am

  357. Yes please. This is something I am keen to try but the bread is awful! An alternative would be great.
    Thanks.

    Comment by Lynne Leason — January 10, 2009 @ 4:48 am

  358. I don’t know as he is very particular on what he eats and is very relucant to try anything new! Our diet consists of sausages, chicken and chips! And refuses to attempt new foods

    Comment by Tricia — January 10, 2009 @ 7:02 am

  359. I too am not to sure how well it will go over with my son. I am willing to try it though as long as they are extremely easy and most importantly extremely budget friendly. I would love for us to eat healthier. I like the list that someone posted. If some there was a section where there could be some more substitutes. Like my son likes, poptarts, pizza, mac and cheese, he is a carb junky loves the bread and pasta. I Have tried the gluten free bread and it was not pretty.

    Comment by TW — January 10, 2009 @ 8:27 am

  360. yes we’re interested but having a difficult time finding products and recipes.

    Comment by Kimberly Hinkle /son Ethan — January 10, 2009 @ 11:11 am

  361. Yes – my son was just diagnosed at 14 and I am trying to deal with everything now. I am willing to try anything, so it would be easier for me to have it on your site. Thanks

    Comment by Alina — January 10, 2009 @ 1:31 pm

  362. Yes I would love gluton free receipes. I notice a huge change in my 13 year old aspie son. When he has gluton free weeks, the meltdowns and violent behavior is reduced significantly. Thanks Dave, it a wonderful idea.

    Comment by Erin Kotzbauer — January 10, 2009 @ 3:12 pm

  363. absolutely! bytheway, Whole Food’s service desk has a very extensive list of foods they sell that are gluten free.

    Comment by Sandra Vestal — January 10, 2009 @ 4:33 pm

  364. Yes, that would be great.

    Comment by Melissa — January 10, 2009 @ 4:47 pm

  365. Yes please, that would be very helpful!

    Comment by Al — January 10, 2009 @ 5:01 pm

  366. Nice little earner, eh Dave?

    Sort of Attwood-lite…, without a publisher.

    Comment by Socrates — January 10, 2009 @ 7:23 pm

  367. Yes, I would like that

    Comment by K. Mayberry — January 10, 2009 @ 7:52 pm

  368. Yes please. I have been trying to figure out where to start for months now.I’ve read where quite a few parents saw a marked changes in their kids after giving them a gluton free diet. Thank you

    Comment by Sonya — January 10, 2009 @ 8:01 pm

  369. Yes please. I would also be interested in articles discussing what potential results can occur from this kind of diet. Are there any other food/types of food to avoid? artificial colors? preservatives?

    Comment by Mara — January 10, 2009 @ 8:20 pm

  370. Yes. Would love some general background info and then specifics / recipes would be great. It’s always better to know a recipe tastes good to someone else before you try it.

    Comment by Renee — January 10, 2009 @ 8:50 pm

  371. I always heard it was expensive too! But now I have a better idea of what we can eat. It’s not as restrictive as I thought! Soy milks are better than ever these days. Can we have goat milk? It’s so much more good for us than cow’s milk. If not, we’ll stick with soy. We love vegies, and alot of healthy stuff. Our weakness comes from wanting sugar! But once my son gets some, he can’t controle wanting more and more! I’d greatly appriciate all the info. I can get my hands on. Oh, thanks for the tidbit on including it in an I.E.P. That would be a great place to start!!!

    Comment by Allyson Boan — January 10, 2009 @ 9:46 pm

  372. I love to know more about that,but i am doubt that how can the child keep his health,especially for fussy eaters.

    Comment by mini — January 11, 2009 @ 1:15 am

  373. Absolutely would like to know more on Gluten-free and dairy-free. We have some really good recipes that work well, but always looking to add more variety and things our son will like.

    Comment by Kara — January 11, 2009 @ 4:13 am

  374. yes

    Comment by Linda Brewer — January 11, 2009 @ 7:25 am

  375. Yes we would definately be very interested in any tips on gluten-free cooking. Thanks for everything, Tom.

    Comment by thomas cromwell — January 11, 2009 @ 8:13 am

  376. Yes. My daughter has been on a restricted diet of gluten free and limited egg and dairy for over six years. It has made a great difference and now at the age of 14 she can tollerate a litte to make it easier with friends but also recognises when she has had too much, by the way she feels

    Comment by M Oliver — January 11, 2009 @ 9:17 am

  377. Yes! please more info! My 11yr. old has aspergers. My 10yr. old has Celiac. We have been struggling to follow a strict gluten free diet with my 10yr. old but did not want to put more anxiety on my 11yr. old because honestly most of the Gluten free food we tried is not tasteful. Also, thanks for the ideas Joanne.

    Comment by melanie — January 11, 2009 @ 9:38 am

  378. Absolutely, we agree gluten free works, but it is very difficult to implement. More info(tools) is always better than less!

    Comment by ellen fondriest — January 11, 2009 @ 9:43 am

  379. Yes, I would love it! Once you find out your child needs a special diet, you can never learn enough!

    Comment by Paige — January 11, 2009 @ 10:10 am

  380. Yes. We’ve been on a gluten free casein free diet for 3 years and are always looking for new ideas from other parents.

    Comment by Alex — January 11, 2009 @ 11:05 am

  381. Yes, Dave kid friendly , snacks that would pack up good for school snacks, for picky eaters

    Comment by jennifer — January 11, 2009 @ 3:05 pm

  382. Yes I am. My son has been on the Gluten free – casein free for almost a year now and he is much better since the diet.

    Comment by Daly — January 11, 2009 @ 11:57 pm

  383. Yes Please! I would love it for my 8yr old son..

    Comment by Mel — January 12, 2009 @ 1:04 am

  384. absolutely necessary. have tried many gf recipes – most call for too many ingredients (especially the bread ones) and are off-putting.
    I agree with above- ideas for school snacks please.

    Comment by mara bradford — January 12, 2009 @ 4:55 am

  385. No thank you – absolutley no clinical evidence of any connection between autism and diet. But if it helps someone else, who am I to say no?

    Comment by Dan — January 12, 2009 @ 9:23 am

  386. I have looked at recipes, but I couldnt even imagine preparing any new food for my son, as his limited diet would not extend to anything that is not bland and basic. Eg has sensitivity issues and also wont combine food. However it would be good to know what foods to avoid and what alternatives are available. Response 298 was helpful to know exactly what I should be on the look out for when checking ingredients lists on packets.

    Comment by Kate — January 12, 2009 @ 4:58 pm

  387. To be honest, I
    m a new mom to your site and Aspergers.My son after 8yrs of a misdiagnosis has just been dignosised this past Nov,2008. So I have to educate myself all over again for this condition and I have no idea what it is or does.
    But If it helps my son I’m for it.

    Comment by Carol Jones — January 13, 2009 @ 5:03 pm

  388. Yes we can use any and all helpful information we can get
    If changing my childs diet will help we are all for it!!
    Thanks

    Comment by Vikki Collatin — January 13, 2009 @ 6:46 pm

  389. Yes! Please post all known gluten free food recipes, especially for toddlers!

    Comment by Kristyn — January 13, 2009 @ 11:07 pm

  390. Absolutely. Yes!!

    Comment by Maureen — January 14, 2009 @ 9:38 am

  391. interested in recipes for pre-schoolers please.

    Comment by wendy goodbarn — January 14, 2009 @ 12:28 pm

  392. recipes for pre-scholers please

    Comment by wendy goodbarn — January 14, 2009 @ 12:29 pm

  393. here in the Phils., our developmental pedia told us that there is no proven studies that CFGF diet can really help improve children with ASD but am still interested to try….but my problem is that there are no available ingredients or formulations here in the Philippines that we could avail to make my CFGF snacks

    Comment by ann pahm — January 14, 2009 @ 8:27 pm

  394. yes please

    Comment by paula — January 15, 2009 @ 6:47 am

  395. yes please

    Comment by Frances — January 15, 2009 @ 5:49 pm

  396. Yes I would. One of the mothers I forward to has asked specifically about this. Plus I believe Any information to be a good thing.
    As always, Thanks so much, for ALL that you do.

    Comment by tom hunter — January 18, 2009 @ 1:56 pm

  397. No, this would not particularly interest me.

    Comment by Monica Dixon — January 18, 2009 @ 2:17 pm

  398. yes I would be very interested in finding out more any information will be helpful thankyou

    Comment by carol — January 20, 2009 @ 9:37 am

  399. Yes Please!!!

    Comment by Heather — January 20, 2009 @ 5:48 pm

  400. Yes please. I am interested and really want to try preparing casein and glutein free food for my 11 year old daughter

    Comment by arlene prudenciado — January 20, 2009 @ 7:31 pm

  401. Yes. Thanks Dave would be interested in getting info on gluten free diet. Willing to try!!

    Comment by Lynne Anderson — January 20, 2009 @ 11:01 pm

  402. Yes, I would love to see information about gluten free diets. I have an 11 year old granddaughter who is very addicted to and affected by bread.

    Comment by Dawn Guthrie-Clark — January 21, 2009 @ 11:27 am

  403. yes i would love to try it , i feel all children’s behaviuor is a lot to do with their modern day diet, please put this forward .
    we are hoping to start this week as i am celeac more recipes would be great then we could all eat the same instead of two/three different meals . its great x

    Comment by angela kay — January 22, 2009 @ 3:09 pm

  404. Yes, especially GF pizza, and GF pancakes, so my son isn’t tempted to “cheat” on his GF diet, then he feels horrible!!

    Comment by Christine — January 22, 2009 @ 4:17 pm

  405. To be honest….I am not sure.
    I have never really considered it as something that could possibly help my son . I suppose it would not hurt to try.

    Comment by Kelli Martin — January 24, 2009 @ 3:41 am

  406. Our 5yr old was just dx’d with asperger’s in JUly 2008. My husband and I are trying to drown ourselves in info to help him. Quite interested in gluten free diet especially since for some reason he seems to crave sugars and carbs. Is this to be expected????

    Comment by Michele Fodrocy — January 26, 2009 @ 10:54 am

  407. Yes Please willing to try this diet

    Comment by Michele Webber — January 31, 2009 @ 6:53 am

  408. I think you have a majority of “yes”, dave!
    Also am thinking of starting up a far northern suburbs support group in Pert, Western australia, do you have any hints?
    Cheers, Bianca

    Comment by Bianca — February 1, 2009 @ 12:55 am

  409. Yes but need to include GF&CF

    Comment by athena — February 2, 2009 @ 10:38 pm

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