Have you noticed since being home with Sunder I update the blog less and less?! Hmmm.
Anyway this post is a little different in that I want to follow up on this gluten-free/dairy-free adventure that I am on. I have been studying health and diets a ton lately and I'm starting to believe that many of our ailments are unknowingly self-induced by the foods we eat.
For years I have suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and a chronic cough. At one point my cough specialist had me on 4 different drugs (at the same time). I figured it's just the way I am and the best I could do is manage the symptoms. Then I heard about food allergies. Now when we think of food allergies we think of dramatic external responses like rashes or hives. But I've learned that many people have "intolerances" to certain foods in which the reaction can manifest itself in any number of ways from chronic fatigue to migraines. I was told that wheat and dairy are typical culprits. I had nothing to loose so I cut both of those things out of my diet cold turkey. The results were phenomenal. My energy level skyrocketed. And I started smelling all these new things I never noticed before when my nose was stuffed from all the mucous caused by dairy.
So then we decided to take the test a step further. To our oldest daughter. She has suffered from chronic constipation since we got her in China. We tried several different medicines to no avail. We tried forcing her to drink prune juice and high fiber cereals. Nothing. We took her off WHEAT and GLUTEN and within 48 hours HER SYMPTOMS TOTALLY DISAPPEARED. I am not making this up. And I wanted to share this becasue I am certain there are others out there who are compromising the quality of their life due to chronic pain and health issues. If you are, I stongly urge you to really look at what's going into your body. Don't settle for a mediocre life. Experiment with your diet. Keep a food journal and notice what is going on inside after eating.I am not a medical expert, I'm sure there are many many instances where this won't help a person, but I know what has happened for us these last 2 months and it's nothing short of a miracle.
I also want to mention that it's not like I am suddenly cured of everything. I still have the nasty cough and some other things that I am working through with a Homeopathic Practicioner. But for the first time in my life I have HOPE and I have seen dramatic results so far. Here's to your health!!!!
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What are you feeding the kids? I went to our most organic store here and stocked up on stuff for Harrison, but I quickly ran out and fell off the wagon. We are huge dairy lovers, so I am not sure I am ready yet for that switch, but my minnie man never got sick on the gluten free diet. Can you give me the rundown on your basic kids meals for the day :) As for me, I definately need an energy boost. The past couple of months I have really worried about myself because I am always dragging! armiller1972@yahoo.com
Thank you so much for the email with all of the tips. I found out that the Strawberry Carnation Breakfast drink in powder is gluten fee and Harrison really likes it. The waffles are terrible :( So, now I have the drink, Lucky Charms/Kicks/Fruity Pebbles (which all have a tiny bit of gluten, but are considered gluten-safe for most people - although this does seem to be debated) and then the old fashioned, eggs, etc. I would prefer to make him eggs in the morning, but I often do not have time. I just wish I could find alternatives that are not as filled with sugar.
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