Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #116289 in Books
• Published on: 2001-02-15
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 232 pages

Synopsis
People with autism often are intolerant of gluten (a protein in four types of cereal) and casein (a protein found in animal's milk). There are many testaments to the benefits for such people of a diet that excludes gluten, casein, monosodium glutamate and aspartame, and these persuaded Marilyn Le Breton to put her autistic son Jack on the diet. This is the book that Marilyn wishes had been available to her when she first did so. In it she explains what the diet is all about and how it works, what foods can form part of the diet and what should be excluded. She addresses frequently asked questions and misconceptions, such as 'Is the diet too difficult and time-consuming? How strictly do I need to adhere to it? Is the diet expensive to implement?' and gives practical advice on basic equipment and ingredients, what to expect when your child starts the diet, how to adapt family meals and how to minimise cross-contamination in the kitchen. The book includes a wide selection of recipes, an extensive list of addresses and websites of suppliers of foodstuffs in the UK, and suggestions for finding out more information.

It is the first book of its kind to be written specifically for those living in the UK. Marilyn's own experience and sensible approach ensure that this book will be invaluable for any parent of a child with autism, or any adult considering embarking on the diet.

Customer Reviews

Diet Intervention and Autism: Implementing the Gluten Free and Casein Free Diet for Autistic Children and Adults - A Practical G
I have purchased this book in preparation for the GF/CF diet for our 6 yr old with Aspergers. I have read and re-read the book and now feel knowledgeable enough to begin to implement the diet over the Easter holiday. Without reading the book I would have implemented the diet without preperation - possibly resulting in unnecessary upset. The book is informative, easy to follow and avoids technical jargon. The recipes are useful with helpful suggestions like how to make your own GF flour. The recipes are also very appealing to children. The book also raises other issues I would never have considered like the use of MSG's and Aspartmine. This has probably been the most valuable purchase I have made since receiving a diagnosis.

Diet Intervention and Autism: Implementing the Gluten Free a
This is a fantastic book full of information, advice and recipes.The first part of the book explains how the diet can help your child or person involved and gives important advice about starting the diet, there is a recipe section and all foods are easily obtained in the UK, lastly there is a list of contacts which may be of use. If your about to embark on a GF/CF diet this book is a must, its an excellent starting point to set you up and get you on your way.

Inspirational, practical guide to an essential diet to try
If you are thinking of buying this book you probably have, or suspect you have, a child on the autistic spectrum. Buy the book - Marilyn's story will inspire you to try the diet. And while it may not work for every child, if you do it properly you may very well see significant improvements. We have halted and reversed our three year old daughter's slide into aggression, isolation and frustration, and are beginning to see glimpses of the "real" little girl underneath. Our older daughter's Asperger's symptoms have almost completely disappeared. We are indebted to Marilyn and the wonderful group of AiA parents for all their emotional and practical support. The potential benefits are so worth the extra effort involved in going gfcf, and Marilyn guides you past many of the mistakes you could otherwise make. This book is the first step - take it!