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The Benefits of the Feingold Diet & a Gluten & Casein Free (GFCF) Diet
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Presented by Sheri Davis
Health Advocate and Author of
“All Natural Mom’s Guide to the Feingold Diet”
Our Story
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• Couldn’t sit still
• Trouble listening
• Excessive talking
• Couldn’t keep eye contact
• Frequent extreme meltdowns
• “Red flags for ADHD”
After Implementing the Feingold Diet
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• Excels in school
• Wins awards for behavior
• Focuses on schoolwork
• Sits still
• Plays nicely with others
• Meltdowns have stopped
Who was Dr. Feingold?
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Dr. Benjamin Feingold (1899-1982)
• Chief of Allergy and Chairman of the Central Research Committee, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals of Northern California.
• Dr. Feingold proposed in 1973 that salicylates, artificial colors, and artificial flavors cause hyperactivity in children.
The Feingold Diet at a Glance
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The Importance of Reading Labels Carefully
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Harmful Effects of Artificial Food Dyes (Made from coal tar, petroleum & aluminum)
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• Organ damage
• Asthma
• Headaches
• Cancer
• Birth defects
• Allergic reactions
• Hyperactivity
• Behavioral problems
"Food Dyes: A Rainbow of Risks," (2010). The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)
Did you know?
Medications aimed at reducing ADHD symptoms contain some inactive ingredients like artificial dyes &
preservatives that cause neurotoxicity, digestive issues and ADHD symptoms.
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Harmful Effects of BHT & BHA
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Wells, S.D. “For Added Freshness Label Claim Really Means Added Chemicals When It Comes to BHA & BHT,” (2011).
• BHT is banned in England
• BHA is listed as a carcinogen in the state of California
• “BHA has been banned in Japan because studies found it causes cancerous tumors in rats’ stomachs. Both BHA and BHT are toxic to the liver and kidneys
• Causes neurological changes & behavioral symptoms
Harmful Effects of TBHQ (derived from petroleum & butane fluid)
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Botes, Shona, “TBHQ: Why This Preservative Should Be Avoided,” (2011).
• Approved for use in USA in the early 2000’s & banned in most countries except the US & Japan
• Used to preserve foods like oils and fats to keep them from going rancid
• Found in a lot of fast food. Ie. McDonald’s chicken nuggets & fries.
Can Cause:
• Nausea & intestinal issues • Sound sensitivity • Hyperactivity • Asthma
• Sleeplessness & restlessness • DNA damage • Headaches • Cancer
Tips for Avoiding the Big 3 at Home & School
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• When an antibiotic or medication is necessary:
• Ask for dye-free meds
• Crush white tablets or open and dump capsules into food or juice
• Transfer contents of dyed capsules into clear veggie caps
• Or, go to a compounding pharmacy
• Freeze everything! (Pancakes, french toast, muffins, soups, granola bars, etc.)
• Make cupcakes and treats ahead of time and store in your freezer for parties
• Make your own popsicles with fruit juice or smoothies
• Send treats to school to leave in school freezer or in the teacher’s desk
Plan Ahead & Be Prepared!
What are Salicylates?
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• The natural chemicals that plants produce to ward off bugs and diseases (a natural pesticide)
• Some plants produce more salicylates than others
• Found in certain fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, teas, and nuts
Why Do Some Kids React to Salicylates?
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• Low levels of the PST enzyme in the liver
• Overload of toxins from the “Big 3”
• Leaky Gut Syndrome
• Yeast overgrowth
How to Help Eliminate Salicylate Sensitivity
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• Treat for yeast & leaky gut
• Eliminate the “Big 3”
(food dyes, artificial flavors,
& preservatives)
• Eat salicylates in moderation
• Epsom salt baths
• Supplement with magnesium
• No Fenol / Phenol Assist
digestive enzymes
(eliminating gluten, dairy and
other offenders may be necessary)
Common Reactions to Salicylates
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• Irritability or moodiness
• Dark circles under eyes
• Reddening of the face or ears
• Bladder incontinence / bedwetting
• Inability to concentrate
• Distractibility
Why We Started a Gluten Free / Dairy Free Diet
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Seizures &
Autism
Changes We Began to See on GFCF Diet
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Seizures stopped Speech improved Energy levels skyrocketed Digestive issues improved Cognitive function improved
Symptoms My Family Experienced
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• Headache/migraines
• Ear infections
• Bloating and stomachaches
• Severe fatigue
• Leg pains
• Cognitive function impairments
Signs & Symptoms of Gluten / Casein Sensitivity (partial list)
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• Chronic digestive issues
(diarrhea and constipation)
• Autoimmune Disorders
• Headaches/stomachaches
• Dark circles under the eyes
• Bedwetting
• Frequent runny nose & colds
• Mood and behavioral problems
A GFCF diet may be necessary if physical symptoms don’t resolve with the Feingold Diet
Testing for Food Sensitivities
• Testing may not be 100% accurate
• See a naturopath, holistic, MAPS, or DAN Doctor
• Good labs to order testing through: Genova Diagnostics,
Great Plains Laboratory, or Alletess
• Keep a food log
• Let symptoms be your guide
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Digestive Enzymes Are Often Beneficial
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Many individuals do not breakdown proteins & fats well. This can inhibit the bodies ability to metabolize and make important neurotransmitters.
• Houston Enzymes AFP or Trienza for gluten and dairy
• Enzymedica Digest or Digest Gold for general digestive enzyme
• Kirkman has some digestive enzymes as well
• Can help digest the food better but most people still need to avoid gluten and dairy and possibly other offending foods to heal the gut.
• Most helpful for eating out or vacations
How to Start a GFCF Diet?
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• You can start cold turkey and eliminate both dairy and gluten at once – OR
• Remove dairy first (dairy leaves the body in about 3 days)
• Gluten can take up to 6 months to leave the body
• Give the body time to forget what gluten and dairy tastes like before introducing subs
• Can slowly introduce dairy free milks by mixing half dairy milk and half dairy-free. Same with gluten free noodles.
• Check Pinterest or the Internet for recipes (www.feingoldrecipes.blogspot.com)
Our Favorite Dairy Free Alternatives
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• Butter: Earth Balance Soy Free or Purity Farms Ghee
• Milks: So Delicious Coconut Milk or Pacific Rice Milk
• Daiya cheeses • Chocolate: Enjoy Life chocolate chips • So Delicious ice cream and ice cream bars
• Luna and Larry Coconut Bliss ice creams (contain agave) • Soyatoo Rice Whip • Follow Your Heart Soy Free Vegenaise mayo
Our Favorite Gluten Free Alternatives
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• Rudi’s Original Gluten Free Bread (keep in freezer)
• Deland’s Bakery Millet Bread (if also egg sensitive)
• “Breads from Anna” Classic Herb Bread Mix
• Recipes from “Cooking for Isaiah” cookbook by Silvana Nardone
• Silvana’s all-purpose flour blend and pancake mix
• Glutino brownie mix
• Namaste mixes – pancakes, chocolate cake, pizza crust
Other Resources for a Gluten & Dairy Free Lifestyle
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• Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook groups
• Facebook group: RecoveringKids.com/Biomedical Healing
• www.tacanow.org Resources GFCFSF Diet • www.gfcfdiet.com
• “Wheat Belly” by William Davis
• “Don’t Drink Your Milk!” by Frank Oski
www.allnaturalmomof4.com
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