Re: Should I try this diet?

November 13, 2004

>

> Hi every one,

> I am considering giving this diet a try on my 3.5

> ASD son. But I am not sure he will benifit from it or

> not. His new organic test showed that he has marker

> for over growth of yeast. My husband don't believe

> our son has yeast problem because he has good BM

> 1-2/day.

> Does any one has a ASD child with yeast problem

> without symptoms of Diarrhea or constipation and

> benifit from the ASD diet?

> My son used to have severe yeast infection when he

> was infant.

>

> Thanks

>

Jean

Yeast is a common complaint with many children on autism dietary protocols and

in some cases medication or supplements do help.

As to SCD, it is certainly worth a one month trial as results on this group are

very favorable. SCD requires strict compliance but the food that is allowed

spans a generous selection and because it is unadulterated, is really delicious.

Typically there is a negative appearing 'die off " initially, but once that is

past, food is better tolerated and progress begins.

Have a look at the book " Breaking the Vicious Cycle " if you have not already as

it will address many of typical concerns of those just getting started.

I've been on SCD for four years and would be content to follow it for life. That

does not mean it's for everyone, but I certainly suggest a trial to those who

ask.

Carol F.

November 14, 2004

Welcome to the list

I am considering giving this diet a try on my 3.5

> ASD son. But I am not sure he will benifit from it or

> not. His new organic test showed that he has marker

> for over growth of yeast. My husband don't believe

> our son has yeast problem because he has good BM

> 1-2/day.

My daughter and husband joined us on the diet even though they had

no reall bowel problems - DH lose 50 stubborn pounds and Em's mild

eczema cleared up as did the slight dark circles under her eyes.

> Does any one has a ASD child with yeast problem

> without symptoms of Diarrhea or constipation and

> benifit from the ASD diet?

> My son used to have severe yeast infection when he

> was infant.

There have been ASD children who have benefitted from the diet who

had no overt bowel symptoms. Maybe some of the parents will write

in to you.

Sheila 45 mos SCD, 20 yrs UC

mom of SCD 30 mos

November 14, 2004

Dear

I am very new to the list. My 3.8 year ASD son had been on the SCD for 2

weeks. We were GF/CF

before. My son is reacting wonderfully to this diet in a very short period

of time. I, like your husband, believed that my son did not have any

" overt bowel symptoms " and since I saw no constipation or diahrrhea I

believed his " gut " was just fine, until...I started keeping a journal on his

" poop " ! This is when I realized that nothing was " overt " but this is what

I saw...1st day pooped 2x, soft, 2nd day pooped 3x very small normal, 3rd

day pooped 1x, soft to loose, 4th day no poop, 5th day pooped 2x, etc. etc.

normal but really not! I'm not saying your son has GI problems I'm just

saying that it may not be as " healthy " as it could be. I believe that my

son has a leaky gut...especially since I am seeing so many cognitive

improvements and poop improvements. Already he is pooping 1x a day and even

at the same time of day so again I encourage you to give it a try. I am

struggling myself but I will be glad to help you if I can. Also...Thanks to

all who post I read every single one of them & all of you have helped me

save time & energy!