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- Surviving Halloween on a Special Needs Diet - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrIt’s an exciting time of year. Change of seasons, finally settling into school routines and the promise of fun-filled holidays ahead. With Halloween right around the corner, it is the first of many food-oriented holidays and party-filled evenings to come. Are you prepared to handle the masses ...
Views: 1925 - Top 5 Kitchen Organization Tips for a Stress-Free Diet for ADHD, Autism and Allergies - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrBeing organized and efficient in the kitchen is a must for stress-free maintenance of a special diet for autism, ADHD or food allergies. When things get out of control and chaos takes over, it’s not pleasant to work in the kitchen. You are more likely to avoid it and make a run for the ...
Views: 2237 - Pros and Cons of a Strict GFCF vs. Mixed Diet Household - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrWhen you have a child with autism or ADHD and you choose to implement dietary changes, the question becomes – do we all do it or just the one child? I’ll discuss this in reference to GFCF (gluten free, dairy – casein free), but it could also be broadened to any dietary changes you wish to ...
Views: 1805(1 vote) - ADHD, Pesticides and Tips to Reduce Your Exposure - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrStudies have shown that pesticides contribute to ADHD, even at low levels of exposure. The organophosphate chemicals (the pesticides studied) are known to cause damage to the nerve connections in the brain – that’s how they work on the pests they prevent! In fact, the dysfunction of a specific ...
Views: 1517 - 10 Tips for Fun & Easy School Lunches that Fit Your Autism and ADHD Diet - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrSchool lunches can be overwhelming and difficult if you are new to the dietary changes that help ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It’s not just about rethinking the standard lunch with GFCF, additive-free, allergen-free food. It’s also about providing a lunch your child will ...
Views: 1818 - 6 Benefits of Exercise for Children with ADHD and Autism - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrA special diet is critically important for children with autism and ADHD to promote a healthy digestive system and heal the gut. But it is only one part of the puzzle. Exercise is just as important and the following reasons explain how it can help your child: 1. Immune System – The more ...
Views: 2192 - Are You Caring For Yourself As Well As Your Family? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrAs a parent of a special needs child, it is all too easy to get lost in the mix of meltdowns, trips to school because of “incidents,” therapy and doctor sessions, never-ending search for information and ways to help your child, every day home and work requirements, and pure mental or physical ...
Views: 1733(2 votes) - Summer: To Do or Not To Do “The Autism & ADHD Diet” - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrEven as grown adults with never ending responsibilities, being a parent means that we get to relax and slow down life a bit because it’s summer. There is no school schedule or stress and daily struggle over homework or school projects. I feel like it’s a chance for the kids to just be kids and ...
Views: 1527 - Benefits of Beginning or Upgrading Your Child’s Diet for Autism and ADHD in Summer - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrIn my last article, I wrote about why it’s important to stay consistent with your child’s diet for Autism or ADHD during the summer months, even though the pressure to conform to school standards is not there. This time, I’d like to talk about the benefits of starting or upgrading your ...
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