GFCF

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Ah, the trials and tribulations of the gluten free/casein free diet are here. We've been CF (which is basically cow's milk free for all intents and purposes and without going into a lot of explaining) since mid-Oct and after many months, I am basically a pro at reading ingredients... or so I thought. I never would have thought that McDonald's french fries contain milk. Isn't that an interesting tidbit of information? Apparently, the beef flavoring in them contains milk. Now why didn't I stop to think that a french fried potato might possibly have milk as an ingredient? It's simply baffling.

So here I am, almost 5 months into this diet and still giving milk to my CF child. I figure with this new found boost of confidence that I'm ready to embark on the GFCF, right? GF is basically wheat free. We've been at it for three days now and I'm finding that it's nearly impossible to dine out (but it's nearly impossible to dine out with a 2 year old anyway) on this diet. However, the fast food chariot for this diet is ChickFilA. You can eat the french fries, which is a blessing. I always try to take enough snacks, but realistically, a family that is used to dining on the go will encounter problems eventually and require the assistance of some restaurant's deep fryer. It's just science. Southern people need their deep fried food every once in a while. You're all shaking your heads in agreement.

So you're all wondering the purpose of this diet, right? Well, everything involves Benjamin somehow, right? Well, especially on this blog since it's dedicated to him and the joys and dilemnas of parenthood. It's basically an at home therapy that is recommended to see if you achieve positive results. It's been proven to work with some kids, so if it doesn't work, all you are wasting is your time. (and money mind you, it's very expensive) Benjamin has already said three more words since this diet, which is miraculous in our house. His sleeping, however, has been TERRIBLE, so I'd better end this quickly as it is rather late.

Watch for more posts in the future.