Link Demonstrated Between Child Psychiatric Disorders And Gluten Sensitivity

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Recent research is now indicating that there may be a link between Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other developmental and child psychiatric disorders and an allergy or gluten sensitivity (http://GlutenFreeHelp.info). There is already documentation that autism has a range of causes ranging from genetics, injury to the brain, and metabolic and infectious diseases. Now the suggestion, supported by research in the alternative medicine field, is gaining credibility in the larger medical community.

According to Tina Turbin (http://TinaTurbin.com), author, researcher and writer, Gluten is a protein found in barley, rye, and wheat, and it is estimated that millions of Americans have a sensitivity or allergy to it. Gluten intolerance can affect the entire body, leading to a variety of troubling physical as well as mental symptoms.

Tina goes on to say that upon a change in diet, various developmental disorders have been documented to lessen in some cases. Some of the disorders the symptoms for which were relieved are autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), attention deficit disorder ...
... (ADD), non-verbal learning disorder (NLD), and pervasive development disorder (PDD).

Tina states, "What's interesting is that had been documented that when some children begin to manifest symptoms of autism, they change their eating habits by becoming picky eaters, limiting themselves to certain foods, which they will eat to excess. These foods are usually breads, pasta, chicken nuggets, yogurt, and milk, foods that contain gluten and also casein, a milk protein which, studies are showing, children with mental disorders can also demonstrate an allergy or sensitivity to. The dietary change children makes is significantly noticeable because oftentimes they have enjoyed varied and healthy balanced diets from birth."

These studies which link gluten intolerance to autism and other child mental disorders have noted that gluten-sensitive children will also display physical symptoms such as bloating, frequent gas, constipation, diarrhea, dark shadows under the eyes, excessive sweating, and pale skin. These physical problems can clue parents into whether their autistic or ADHD child may have a gluten allergy.

So what can you do if you suspect that your child has a gluten allergy? Thankfully, a gluten allergy can be confirmed with a simple blood test. Also, gluten can also be eliminated from the diet and then the child observed for improvement. Websites such as http://GlutenFreeHelp.info offer valuable data and are also very important for helping through transitions. It is very important to check with your doctor before significantly changing the child's diet.

For more information on celiac diseasse, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info. For more information on Tina Turbin, visit http://TinaTurbin.com.
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