It is important that children are thoroughly investigated by knowledgeable health professionals before being put on elimination diets to avoid nutritional problems.doi:10.1136/archdischild-2020-319678Chandra Sekhar DevulapalliArchives of Disease in Childhood...
a gluten-free diet can lead to better health and an improved quality of life. However, there is no scientific evidence that a gluten-free diet is beneficial for children without a verified diagnosis of CD or wheat allergy. Due to potential nutritional deficiencies and quality of life issues, ...
“Unfortunately, a gluten-free diet in healthy children risks health, social and economic consequences for kids and families.” The lack of fiber in gluten-free products can cause constipation or children may feel socially isolated when they're not eating the same foods as their friends, Srinath...
Last, but certainly not least, the mac and cheese you’ve dreamed about for your wee children with eating restrictions. Replace regular pasta with Gluten Free pasta and you can rest in the fact that there is no orange powder in this recipe! Only wholesome ingredients that turn Mac N Cheese...
Having to follow a gluten-free diet can be a daunting prospect for children and young adults - they feel isolated at a time when their friends are enjoying everything from bread, pizza and pasta, to crisps, cakes and biscuits. Yet with supermarkets now stocking many gluten-free ingredients,...
The gluten- and casein-free diet in children with autism.The gluten- and casein-free diet in children with autism.The article presents a study on a gluten- and casein-free (GFCF) diet for children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presented at the International Meeting for...
"It's a pivotal period of growth and development. In particular, children who remain undiagnosed into adulthood often experience poor bone health at very early ages, which places them at long-term risk for bone fracture." And while a gluten-free diet is the foundation of treating celiac disea...
Despite following a gluten-free diet for a year, nearly 20% of children with celiac disease continue to show signs of intestinal damage on repeat biopsies, according to a new study. The findings point to the need for revisiting the criteria for monitoring mucosal recovery and managing pediatric...
“The increasing popularity of the GFD [gluten-free diet] has important implications for children. Parents sometimes place their children on a GFD in the belief that it relieves symptoms, can prevent CD [celiac disease], or is a healthy alternative without previous testing for CD or consultation...
Starting a gluten free diet? Let this WebMD slideshow help. Get the facts about gluten free foods -- with tips on what to avoid, what to enjoy, and delicious, gluten-free alternatives to keep you healthy and happy.