We had recovered from slight flu bouts (runny noses, sore throats, ear infections) when we started the elim. diet. We are nearly 2 weeks into it, and instead of things getting better (ie dairy is supposed to contribute to recurrant ear infections, sinus problems, etc.) we have gotten worse.
I haven't seen any major behavioral changes, but it would be hard to tell anyway since both kids keep getting sick over and over again. Just when I think they are better, we have another sleepless night and more runny noses. Now I'm the one that is sick. I am usually better in 24-48 hours, but this time I've been sick all week! It is getting worse, as I can feel the infection going towards my lungs (bronchitis). It has been a miserable experience going through this and turning our pantry and diet upside down.
The pediatricion and my doctor are strongly urging me to quit the elim. diet. They are saying that it is making us weaker. I try to make hemp protein shakes and give multi-vitamins to make up for calcium and protein that we miss from dairy. Any advice, mommies? I'm so sick and discouraged right now.
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I haven't seen any major behavioral changes, but it would be hard to tell anyway since both kids keep getting sick over and over again. Just when I think they are better, we have another sleepless night and more runny noses. Now I'm the one that is sick. I am usually better in 24-48 hours, but this time I've been sick all week! It is getting worse, as I can feel the infection going towards my lungs (bronchitis). It has been a miserable experience going through this and turning our pantry and diet upside down.
The pediatricion and my doctor are strongly urging me to quit the elim. diet. They are saying that it is making us weaker. I try to make hemp protein shakes and give multi-vitamins to make up for calcium and protein that we miss from dairy. Any advice, mommies? I'm so sick and discouraged right now.
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