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Is This Your Child?: Discovering and Treating Unrecognized Allergies

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I can't believe I have not reviewed this book yet. I have bought at least 4 copies so far and given them out to various people who have had experiences with their children that I thought this book might shed light on. It is amazing that this book was written so long ago. There are a few things that are a little dated (she doesn't list soy on her top foods to avoid list, but that is because it wasn't in everything 30 years ago!). There is tons of information here.

The case studies make a parent want to go "yes, someone understands my child!". If you know there is an angel in there, trying so hard to get out, you owe it to your kid to try everything you can to help them free them.

If you don't want to read the whole book, start with the Single Elimination Diet. There is also a great table that suggests the most likely foods based on the symptoms that are a problem (ex: headaches and bedwetting might have different root causes). Our family did the multiple elimination diet. It is amazing how some foods show no impact when you start eating them again and others have obvious reactions.

I spoke with someone who did the testing at her Buffalo clinic. They said it was a very long day and lots of needle pokes for a little kid. We've opted not to go that route. I know her therapy is still considered controversial by standard allergists. However, there is another solution - just avoid the problem foods. It is tough to wrap your mind around at first, but once you realize all the possibilities it becomes much easier. I highly recommend the website Kids With Food Allergies if you get to that point. I have to say that my son, who pushes most rules, has never fought me on the new food rules, which he didn't start until he was 4. The only reason I can think of is that he can feel the difference - he doesn't want to feel the way he used to when food kept him from being in control of his body.

This book (and advice) can be overwhelming at first but it's excellent at helping you understand how food and chemical sensitivities can influence your child's health and behavior. There is so much information and it really gives you a clear idea on how to try to track down the roots of problems like hyperactivity, bedwetting, migraines, rashes, moodiness, ear infections, etc. The elimination diet helps you pinpoint triggers you might never have realized caused issues otherwise. I added soy to the eliminated products when we did it, since soy has become a much more common allergen and ingredient since the book was written.

If you have a child suffering from physical or behavior issues and you don't want to just blindly medicate, this is a book to read. It is somewhat outdated, but it's simply the best book out there on this subject. The author's "Is This Your Child's World" is also excellent and covers me of this and some more-- particularly more environmental triggers like chemicals in carpets, pesticides, etc. that can be causing problems.

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Slightly outdated but overall great and easy read. Breaks down allergies from infancy to adulthood and gives general ideas of most common foods that cause allergies.