Guest guest Posted April 19, 2003 Report Share Posted April 19, 2003 Hi Jeanne Well, I replied and did it wrong, so here goes again. I have 3 cats (rescued a stray who surprised me with 8 additions). I found homes for most but was left with two kittens. I have 2 rescued dogs. My beloved Doberman of 13 years died Feb 11 this year. The 3 day protien fast -- I was just reading thru messages and they kept talking about a 3 day protien fast. As I understand,you drink up to 5 protien shakes a day and have a light protien meal in the evening. I am not really clear on how it is done. I had Gastroplasty done in 1984. In the last 6 years,I have gained all my weight back plus more. I thought maybe a short protien fast might help get me more motivated in this weight loss struggle. Then I found out about people having revisions done. I just don't know what to do. Lets see if this works. in the l > Hi , did you hit reply to all? I don't know why, but tis the only way I > can post to the entire group. What is the three day protein fast? I did a > protein sparing fast once for 4 months and lost 100 lb, gained 150 back.hope > it is not like that!!!!! LOL! > > Welcome to the group! Jeanne in Georgia (50 cats, 1 shepherd mix, 1 lab, 1 > pit bull who thinks he's a cat and one DH) > > new member > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien fast has > not > been listed yet. > > Thanks > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 I presently have 4 cats, all rescues, 1 yellow lab/husky,. The last of 3 who were all rescued around the same time in 1992. The Grad list is where everyone was who decided to do protein this week. You know, each person developed their own plan. Some went to protein shakes & water only, some kept 2 protein-only meals, some did veggies. Looked like everyone benefited in some way. I already do 6+ shakes a day, so no change for me. I use ProScore 100 choc for my #1, and Pure Whey Stack choc for my " to go " model. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien fast has > not > been listed yet. > > Thanks > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 I presently have 4 cats, all rescues, 1 yellow lab/husky,. The last of 3 who were all rescued around the same time in 1992. The Grad list is where everyone was who decided to do protein this week. You know, each person developed their own plan. Some went to protein shakes & water only, some kept 2 protein-only meals, some did veggies. Looked like everyone benefited in some way. I already do 6+ shakes a day, so no change for me. I use ProScore 100 choc for my #1, and Pure Whey Stack choc for my " to go " model. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien fast has > not > been listed yet. > > Thanks > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 I presently have 4 cats, all rescues, 1 yellow lab/husky,. The last of 3 who were all rescued around the same time in 1992. The Grad list is where everyone was who decided to do protein this week. You know, each person developed their own plan. Some went to protein shakes & water only, some kept 2 protein-only meals, some did veggies. Looked like everyone benefited in some way. I already do 6+ shakes a day, so no change for me. I use ProScore 100 choc for my #1, and Pure Whey Stack choc for my " to go " model. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien fast has > not > been listed yet. > > Thanks > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 : Is Whey Stack your " to go " model because it mixes (shakes) easily. I need an easy mixer for on the road. Thanks, Dale new member > > > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien > fast has > > not > > been listed yet. > > > > Thanks > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 Yep. For years I used 50/50 PB55 choc & van. But the Stack is so much richer. Nothing wrong with PB55, not a " lesser " product or anything, but when we're talking choc, we're talking Champion, either PS100 or Stack. LOL! Stack shakes up fast, but the choc is so rich. I premeasure them (30g) into plastic bottles and have 4 in each car, several on the shelf, so I can just grab 'n go. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien > fast has > > not > > been listed yet. > > > > Thanks > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 Yep. For years I used 50/50 PB55 choc & van. But the Stack is so much richer. Nothing wrong with PB55, not a " lesser " product or anything, but when we're talking choc, we're talking Champion, either PS100 or Stack. LOL! Stack shakes up fast, but the choc is so rich. I premeasure them (30g) into plastic bottles and have 4 in each car, several on the shelf, so I can just grab 'n go. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien > fast has > > not > > been listed yet. > > > > Thanks > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2003 Report Share Posted April 20, 2003 Yep. For years I used 50/50 PB55 choc & van. But the Stack is so much richer. Nothing wrong with PB55, not a " lesser " product or anything, but when we're talking choc, we're talking Champion, either PS100 or Stack. LOL! Stack shakes up fast, but the choc is so rich. I premeasure them (30g) into plastic bottles and have 4 in each car, several on the shelf, so I can just grab 'n go. Thanks, Vitalady, Inc. T www.vitalady.com If you are interested in PayPal, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/affil/pal=orders%40vitalady.com new member > > > > I am not receiving any email and my question about 3 day protien > fast has > > not > > been listed yet. > > > > Thanks > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2003 Report Share Posted August 7, 2003 hang in there, judy. & great job on finding a doc that will accomodate you. lori h. > Hi, I want to thank you for this forum. I have really had a hard time > because the original doctor couldn't schedule my surgery until after > the 1st of Aug and by then my insurance changed from Tricare Prime to > Medicare/Tricare for life. The problem was I would have to pay > upfront because he had a problem collecting from Medicare. I cant > afford that so I had to find a new Doctor and I did on Obesity > Help.com. My first appointment is on Oct 10 and I will have to take > all my completed paperwork with me and it will probably be done in > Dec. Its ok, I will be patient as long as I know it is possible. I > am 65 but all my health problems are weight related. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2003 Report Share Posted August 7, 2003 hang in there, judy. & great job on finding a doc that will accomodate you. lori h. > Hi, I want to thank you for this forum. I have really had a hard time > because the original doctor couldn't schedule my surgery until after > the 1st of Aug and by then my insurance changed from Tricare Prime to > Medicare/Tricare for life. The problem was I would have to pay > upfront because he had a problem collecting from Medicare. I cant > afford that so I had to find a new Doctor and I did on Obesity > Help.com. My first appointment is on Oct 10 and I will have to take > all my completed paperwork with me and it will probably be done in > Dec. Its ok, I will be patient as long as I know it is possible. I > am 65 but all my health problems are weight related. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2003 Report Share Posted August 7, 2003 hang in there, judy. & great job on finding a doc that will accomodate you. lori h. > Hi, I want to thank you for this forum. I have really had a hard time > because the original doctor couldn't schedule my surgery until after > the 1st of Aug and by then my insurance changed from Tricare Prime to > Medicare/Tricare for life. The problem was I would have to pay > upfront because he had a problem collecting from Medicare. I cant > afford that so I had to find a new Doctor and I did on Obesity > Help.com. My first appointment is on Oct 10 and I will have to take > all my completed paperwork with me and it will probably be done in > Dec. Its ok, I will be patient as long as I know it is possible. I > am 65 but all my health problems are weight related. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2003 Report Share Posted August 7, 2003 Good luck to you and welcome to our little neck of cyber world. Keep us informed! :-) 432/384/170 Lap RNY 6/30/03 new member Hi, I want to thank you for this forum. I have really had a hard time because the original doctor couldn't schedule my surgery until after the 1st of Aug and by then my insurance changed from Tricare Prime to Medicare/Tricare for life. The problem was I would have to pay upfront because he had a problem collecting from Medicare. I cant afford that so I had to find a new Doctor and I did on Obesity Help.com. My first appointment is on Oct 10 and I will have to take all my completed paperwork with me and it will probably be done in Dec. Its ok, I will be patient as long as I know it is possible. I am 65 but all my health problems are weight related. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 7, 2003 Report Share Posted August 7, 2003 Good luck to you and welcome to our little neck of cyber world. Keep us informed! :-) 432/384/170 Lap RNY 6/30/03 new member Hi, I want to thank you for this forum. I have really had a hard time because the original doctor couldn't schedule my surgery until after the 1st of Aug and by then my insurance changed from Tricare Prime to Medicare/Tricare for life. The problem was I would have to pay upfront because he had a problem collecting from Medicare. I cant afford that so I had to find a new Doctor and I did on Obesity Help.com. My first appointment is on Oct 10 and I will have to take all my completed paperwork with me and it will probably be done in Dec. Its ok, I will be patient as long as I know it is possible. I am 65 but all my health problems are weight related. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2003 Report Share Posted August 24, 2003 welcome debbie & way to go on the w l!! yeah, gotta agree that early postie life is not too exciting or glamorous ;-) lori h. > Hello, > > I am new to this group. I had my open RNY on 8/7/03. On 8/21 I had > lost 22 pounds. I am feeling quite well, which surprises me. I just > have one area to the right of my incision that hurts sometimes. My > only other issue, I'm already tired of pureed food!! Oh, well. > Thanks for listening. > > Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 First off, welcome to the group. You certainly have a lot to deal with and I can understand how you can be overwhelmed. Here's a link on what to look for on labels (you have to click on " 2 " to get to the second page): http://zingsolutions.com/food/hidden.htm I actually copied and pasted the info in the blue boxes into Word. Then I printed the info to make handy little cards to take to the grocery store. Since your dd has had an episode of hives, swelling and wheezing, you should ask for an epi-pen jr. Our ped. didn't hesitate to give us one when we asked. I have tons of websites saved, so let me know if you are looking for anything in particular. Ethan 12/3/01 dairy, eggs, peanuts, bananas (outgrew tomato, corn and soy) > Hi, > I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food > allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. > > Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see > www.oaanews.org or > http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is > limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her > things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is > severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has > had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, > and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in > Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of > allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and > potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. > > Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, > iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my > wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally > delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding > skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats > baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced > carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am > at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to > stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, > kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. > > In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not > too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her > nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes > or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a > day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does > not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She > is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is > not lacking for vitamins, etc. > > I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 > allergic foods. > > Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a > milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? > > General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. > > I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. > > Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? > During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to > swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with > two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that > anaphalaxis?? > > Thanks, > Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 First off, welcome to the group. You certainly have a lot to deal with and I can understand how you can be overwhelmed. Here's a link on what to look for on labels (you have to click on " 2 " to get to the second page): http://zingsolutions.com/food/hidden.htm I actually copied and pasted the info in the blue boxes into Word. Then I printed the info to make handy little cards to take to the grocery store. Since your dd has had an episode of hives, swelling and wheezing, you should ask for an epi-pen jr. Our ped. didn't hesitate to give us one when we asked. I have tons of websites saved, so let me know if you are looking for anything in particular. Ethan 12/3/01 dairy, eggs, peanuts, bananas (outgrew tomato, corn and soy) > Hi, > I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food > allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. > > Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see > www.oaanews.org or > http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is > limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her > things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is > severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has > had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, > and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in > Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of > allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and > potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. > > Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, > iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my > wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally > delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding > skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats > baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced > carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am > at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to > stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, > kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. > > In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not > too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her > nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes > or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a > day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does > not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She > is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is > not lacking for vitamins, etc. > > I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 > allergic foods. > > Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a > milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? > > General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. > > I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. > > Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? > During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to > swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with > two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that > anaphalaxis?? > > Thanks, > Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany! Welcome to our group! It does sound like you have your hand's full with all of Talli's allergies. My daughter, Josie, is 21 months old and is allergic to milk, eggs, beef and peanuts. While hers are the top few allergies (besides beef), there are lots of people in this group who have children with some of the same allergies as Talli. So I'm sure you'll get lots of info. I can't answer your formula question because I nursed Josie until 15 months and went right to rice milk from there, so she never had straight milk. As far as the Epi-Pen, I think it would probably be a good idea to get since she has experienced the face swelling and wheezing! That is anaphylactic. We've had ours for almost a year now and luckily we've never had to use it but better safe than sorry. I keep one in our kitchen cupboard, one in my purse and one at daycare. Better run for now...Josie wants to play catch! Take care and it was nice to 'meet' you! Missy ... Hi, I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see www.oaanews.org or http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is not lacking for vitamins, etc. I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 allergic foods. Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that anaphalaxis?? Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany! Welcome to our group! It does sound like you have your hand's full with all of Talli's allergies. My daughter, Josie, is 21 months old and is allergic to milk, eggs, beef and peanuts. While hers are the top few allergies (besides beef), there are lots of people in this group who have children with some of the same allergies as Talli. So I'm sure you'll get lots of info. I can't answer your formula question because I nursed Josie until 15 months and went right to rice milk from there, so she never had straight milk. As far as the Epi-Pen, I think it would probably be a good idea to get since she has experienced the face swelling and wheezing! That is anaphylactic. We've had ours for almost a year now and luckily we've never had to use it but better safe than sorry. I keep one in our kitchen cupboard, one in my purse and one at daycare. Better run for now...Josie wants to play catch! Take care and it was nice to 'meet' you! Missy ... Hi, I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see www.oaanews.org or http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is not lacking for vitamins, etc. I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 allergic foods. Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that anaphalaxis?? Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany, Welcome to the group. I know how frustrating it is to feed a child with so many restrictions. As far as I know, whenever a childs face swells and is weezing, give him a shot of epipen jr and take him to the ER. What did the docs say at the ER the evening you took her in? Did they say that she was having anaphalaxis? Is Talli getting enough fat in her diet? It is so important for brain development. We have a physician friend who used to spoon feed her children margerine to boost brain development. Hang in there, I know it is hard to deal with it on a daily basis. You've come to the right group for information and support. Mo > Hi, > I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food > allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. > > Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see > www.oaanews.org or > http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is > limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her > things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is > severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has > had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, > and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in > Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of > allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and > potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. > > Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, > iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my > wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally > delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding > skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats > baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced > carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am > at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to > stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, > kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. > > In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not > too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her > nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes > or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a > day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does > not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She > is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is > not lacking for vitamins, etc. > > I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 > allergic foods. > > Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a > milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? > > General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. > > I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. > > Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? > During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to > swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with > two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that > anaphalaxis?? > > Thanks, > Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany, Welcome to the group. I know how frustrating it is to feed a child with so many restrictions. As far as I know, whenever a childs face swells and is weezing, give him a shot of epipen jr and take him to the ER. What did the docs say at the ER the evening you took her in? Did they say that she was having anaphalaxis? Is Talli getting enough fat in her diet? It is so important for brain development. We have a physician friend who used to spoon feed her children margerine to boost brain development. Hang in there, I know it is hard to deal with it on a daily basis. You've come to the right group for information and support. Mo > Hi, > I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food > allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. > > Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see > www.oaanews.org or > http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is > limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her > things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is > severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has > had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, > and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in > Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of > allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and > potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat. > > Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, > iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my > wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally > delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding > skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats > baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced > carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am > at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to > stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, > kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8. > > In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not > too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her > nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes > or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a > day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does > not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She > is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is > not lacking for vitamins, etc. > > I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 > allergic foods. > > Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a > milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac?? > > General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too. > > I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help. > > Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? > During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to > swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with > two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that > anaphalaxis?? > > Thanks, > Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany! Welcome to the loop! I am not familiar with some of the things you need help with, I am sorry! I would go ahead and get an Epipen Jr, it can not hurt! I keep one in my purse and 1 at home, and have never needed it. I have a 7yo son who is allergic to eggs, tree nuts, and various indoor and out door allergies. He is on allergy shots and has eczema which seems to flare up then go away at wierd times!! Take care, and we will try to help you best we can! a great group of ladies here! blessings. Pam New member Hi, I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see www.oaanews.org or http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat.Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8.In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is not lacking for vitamins, etc. I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 allergic foods.Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac??General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too.I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help.Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that anaphalaxis??Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany! Welcome to the loop! I am not familiar with some of the things you need help with, I am sorry! I would go ahead and get an Epipen Jr, it can not hurt! I keep one in my purse and 1 at home, and have never needed it. I have a 7yo son who is allergic to eggs, tree nuts, and various indoor and out door allergies. He is on allergy shots and has eczema which seems to flare up then go away at wierd times!! Take care, and we will try to help you best we can! a great group of ladies here! blessings. Pam New member Hi, I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see www.oaanews.org or http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat.Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8.In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is not lacking for vitamins, etc. I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 allergic foods.Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac??General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too.I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help.Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that anaphalaxis??Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Hi Brittany! Welcome to the loop! I am not familiar with some of the things you need help with, I am sorry! I would go ahead and get an Epipen Jr, it can not hurt! I keep one in my purse and 1 at home, and have never needed it. I have a 7yo son who is allergic to eggs, tree nuts, and various indoor and out door allergies. He is on allergy shots and has eczema which seems to flare up then go away at wierd times!! Take care, and we will try to help you best we can! a great group of ladies here! blessings. Pam New member Hi, I am Brittany, mom to a 22 month old with some severe food allergies. I am hoping that you can help me. Talli, my daughter, has a metabolic disorder, Propionic Acidemia (see www.oaanews.org or http://www.savebabies.org/familystories/TalliPA.htm for info), and is limited to 10.5g of protein per day, so I usually only give her things that have 2g or less in an adult serving size. She is severely allergic to eggs (RAST Type III), milk (RAST Type I), has had a severe reaction to peaches, plums, and bananas (also cat, dog, and latex). She has had milder reactions to wheat and something in Fruity Pebbles. Her allergist, although great in the world of allergies does not understand why I can not feed her meat and potatoes and rice as other allergic kids eat.Currently, she is only eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, carrots, iceberg lettuce, rice, squash, and green beans. I am about at my wits end regarding what to feed her. She is also developmentally delayed and has some sensory integration issues, so her feeding skills are at about a 6-8 month old level. She usually only eats baby purees and soft foods like french fries and cooked diced carrots. I am working with a therapist to improve her skills, but am at a loss as to what to feed her. Her allergist told us to try to stick to vegetables, especially root vegetables and avoid mango, kiwi, fruits in general, melons, and the top 8.In reading over this I don't think I am being very clear. I am not too concerned about variety in her diet, it is meeting her nutritional needs- If she eats 10.5g of protein from sweet potatoes or rice, she will not come close to the 1000 calories she needs in a day from food. She has a feeding tube to meet her needs if it does not come through food, but I would LOVE to wean her off of it. She is followed by a dietician who prescribes suppliments, so she she is not lacking for vitamins, etc. I have joined faan, but their info seems to be regarding the top 8 allergic foods.Another question- She gets some Isomil, is it safe for a kid with a milk allergy since it is made on the same equipment with Similac??General help on how to read labels would be appreciated, too.I know Talli is kind of complicated, but I am hoping you can help.Oh, one last thing- At what point do I need an EpiPen for her?? During one reaction she has had general hives, her face started to swell, and she was wheezing. I got the wheezing under control with two doses of Xopenex and she got extra benedryl at the ER. Is that anaphalaxis??Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 Welcome Brittany. I'm sorry you and your daughter have so many allergies to deal with! We have a peanut allergy at our house, along with some environmental allergies and pets. We also have tons of problems with eczema. Drew will be 8 in January. We have 2 other children, Mattie () who will be 5 in two days and who is almost 15 months old. Neither of them have any signs of allergies yet (knock on wood). YES on the Epi Pen. Better safe than sorry! And about your question on still having a reaction on her medications, if it is a severe reaction nothing is going to mask the symptoms. We use Zyrtec for Drew. It helps with the itchiness that accompanies eczema and his environmental allergies. But it only helps!! LOL He still gets all stuffy, etc. when the pollen is really bad. Hang in there and PLEASE feel free to vent, cry, brag, laugh, etc. with us! that is what we are here for. ----- Original Message ----- We have a metabolic dietician that follows her. Right now she is getting about 40% of her calories from fat, she is on some specialty low/no protein formulas. She is monitored pretty closely, so she doesn't get too much protein which can cause brain damage and not enough which causes malnutrition. I have another question- Will she react to all of the foods she is allergic to while she is taking benedryl, zyrtec, and Singulair? It seems that she might be reacting to something and I miss it with all of the meds she is taking. Thanks, Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 ........ I am just realizing....were you on another board with Yaelle and Dr Mel? Pam Re: Re: New member Welcome Brittany.I'm sorry you and your daughter have so many allergies to deal with! We havea peanut allergy at our house, along with some environmental allergies andpets. We also have tons of problems with eczema. Drew will be 8 in January.We have 2 other children, Mattie () who will be 5 in two days and who is almost 15 months old. Neither of them have any signs ofallergies yet (knock on wood).YES on the Epi Pen. Better safe than sorry! And about your question onstill having a reaction on her medications, if it is a severe reactionnothing is going to mask the symptoms. We use Zyrtec for Drew. It helps withthe itchiness that accompanies eczema and his environmental allergies. Butit only helps!! LOL He still gets all stuffy, etc. when the pollen is reallybad.Hang in there and PLEASE feel free to vent, cry, brag, laugh, etc. with us!that is what we are here for.----- Original Message ----- We have a metabolic dietician that follows her. Rightnow she is getting about 40% of her calories from fat,she is on some specialty low/no protein formulas. Sheis monitored pretty closely, so she doesn't get toomuch protein which can cause brain damage and notenough which causes malnutrition.I have another question- Will she react to all of thefoods she is allergic to while she is taking benedryl,zyrtec, and Singulair? It seems that she might bereacting to something and I miss it with all of themeds she is taking.Thanks,Brittany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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