The season of feasting is upon us. The majority of us fall victim to the ritualistic pattern of (delicious) consumption followed by the inevitable regret of stuffing ourselves to discomfort as we binge on larger-than-average amounts of rich foods, sugar and festive alcoholic concoctions. It can be extremely difficult to pass up the treats and customary holiday cuisine we look forward to each year.
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The food you eat is directly connected to your overall health, but not all food is good for all people. In fact, some can be downright deadly. Fortunately, these days, entire grocery aisles are devoted to products, such as glutenfree, formulated for specific populations, and labeling has become more sophisticated to warn of potential allergens.
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In the past 2 weeks, I diagnosed a middle-aged male with celiac disease, and a teenage female with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Since their symptoms weren’t really textbook for those conditions, it was their positive family history for autoimmunity that led me down that path. Although current medical literature estimates that genetics only contribute about 30% of the risk for developing an autoimmune (AI) condition, it’s a good place to start.
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Parents who have children with autism have heard how diet affects and even exacerbates behaviors. There is an abundance of articles and books on the subject. However, families feel deterred by mainstream medicine and its slow and cynical recognition of natural and alternative approaches including diet to help with behavior issues.
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