Gluten & Dairy Allergies...where to start?

[rainsmom]

My friend wanted me to post this for her. Her daughter has pretty severe allergic reactions & behavior problems that have been ongoing with her 6yo dd. It wasnt until she got in school that it was thought to be a food allergy.

Can anyone tell me about some books to read, sites to research, etc?

She needs info regarding

elimination diets

allergy testing

replacing foods with what?

Right now, she's really overwhelmed and doesnt know where to start. If someone can direct me to some books etc to check out, it would be most helpful.

thanks!

[aceandmee]

allergy testing
My pediatrician recommended an allergist. My ds had skin prick tests done and he had several foods he is allergic to. His would have been very difficult to figure out on any elimination diets.

Can anyone tell me about some books to read, sites to research, etc?
I haven't found any books, but lots of good sites online. I think once she finds out what her dd is allergic to, then you can ask again which sites are best for her needs. One site that is pretty helpful for all allergies is http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/

elimination diets
I haven't tried this.

replacing foods with what?
Depends on what she is allergic to, there are options for most anything, but it can take time to find them.

Mainly I think she needs to go get testing done.

HTH!
Michelle

[cjr]

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