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This document is not to be used as medical advice or in place of a qualified nutritionist. Many parents  have joined together  providing a list of foods they have found to be gluten and casein free.  Through our joint effort, we want to  help other parents who are also seeking to improve the lives of their children through nutritional foods that are gluten and casein free. This diet is helpful to our children.  This list is a guide to be used for calling and verifying that products are gluten and casein free.   It does not list every product that is gluten free and casein free. You must always read labels!  Use this list with caution due to the fact that manufacturers change their ingredients without warning. This may be due  to changes in the recipe, changes in the ingredients supplied to the manufacturer, or changes in the production & manufacturing methods, including cross contamination concerns. Parents and individuals with food allergies and intolerances are responsible for reading the labels and confirming ingredients of all products they intend to use regardless of how the product is represented on this site. Certain unacceptable ingredients may be hidden under the  name of natural flavorings. Modified food starch is also a vague term which does not indicate the source of the starch (wheat or corn). Any and all questions and/or concerns about a product should be directed to the manufacturer, including the possibility of cross contamination. This website cannot guarantee that the list of foods are gluten and  casein free. The products listed on this website are to be used as a guide only.  Further verification may be needed due  to questionable ingredients or cross contamination concerns. If anyone has reason to believe that the manufacturing process and or ingredients have changed in the following products and should be either included or deleted, please write to us at products@gfcfdiet.com  The following food and additives are products of the U.S.A. All labels must be  read all of the time as manufacturers are known to change labels without warning. Links GFCF & Other Food Intolerances Additional Treatment Options Links to Autism Spectrum Disorder Resources Autism Research Institute (ARI) Fax: (619) 563-6840 www.autism.com/ari/ Dr. Bernard Rimland 4182 Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 U.S.A. This website contains a large amount of helpful information and The "D.A.N." "Defeat Autism Now" Protocol booklet can be obtained here. Treatments & Approaches To Autism www.autism-pdd.net/treatments Pathways Medical Advocates www.pathwaysmed.com  Dr. John Hicks, M.D. F.A.A.P  Call for an appointment 262-740-3000 (Offices in 6 states nationwide) Treating Autistic Spectrum Disorders: PDD, Sensory Integration Dysfunction &  Aspergers, Dr. Hicks has been treating children for over 17 years. Because of his passionate efforts and determination to find a cure, the many families looking for more accurate treatments now have a place to turn: The successful combination of integrative, holistic and vibrational medicines has brought Pathways into 6 states nationwide. Functional Medical Approach Specializing in:    Physiologic Biochemistry    Immune System Dysfunction    Immunization Recovery    Nutritional Support    Environmental and Metal Toxicity    Laboratory Analysis www.pathwaysmed.com The International Autism Research Center http://www.gnd.org/autism/overview.htm Dr. Jeff Bradstreet, M.D., FAAFP Call for an appointment: 1-321-953-0278 Melbourne, FL Practicing in research and treatment of autism and related disorders.  The Good News Doctor Foundation is a Christian ministry that provides hope and information on how to eat better, feel better and minister more effectively as a result of a biblically-based, healthy lifestyle. Dr. Bradstreet is a Christian family physician and an expert/lecturer on Autism, ADD/ADHD, and learning disorders. Dr. Bradstreet treats patients with symptoms of Autism, ADD/ADHD and learning disorders. Center For Health & Healing Beth Israel Medical Center  Lewis Mehl-Madrona, MD, PhD. Forum on Alternative and Innovative Therapies for Children with Developmental Disorders http://www.healing-arts.org/children/autism-treatments.htm Thoughtful House Center for Children (Dr. Andy Wakefield's Center)  www.thoughtfulhouse.org This facility provides specialist clinical and education services for children affected by childhood developmental disorders, in combination with a dedicated research program. The goal of Thoughtful House is to utilize the benefits of past and current research and combine the talents of leading clinicians, researchers and educators in one dedicated facility. Thoughtful House is a data-driven, results-focused environment for generating "best practice" educational models and setting new standards of medical care for children affected by childhood developmental disorders. In addition, Thoughtful House will address the physical, recreational and creative needs of children in areas of occupational therapy, speech therapy and hippotherapy. HRI/ Pfeiffer Treatment Center 4575 Weaver Parkway Warrenville,Il.60555 (630)505-0300  www.hriptc.org Leaders in the research and treatment of biochemical imbalances, the Pfeiffer Treatment Center is a not-for-profit outpatient facility for children and adults.  The center serves patients all over the United States and 70 countries. They specialize in the evaluation and management of biochemical imbalances. Their mission is to increase an individual's ability to lead a productive and rewarding life by focusing on the research, education and nutritional treatment of biochemical imbalances.  Their practitioners prescribe vitamins, minerals, amino acids and fatty acids based on each patients unique chemistry. University of Sunderland United Kingdom Paul Shattock Information provided on the use of Gluten and Casein Free Diets with people with Autism. http://osiris.sunderland.ac.uk/autism/dietinfo.html Unlocking Autism www.unlockingautism.org  "Opening The Doors To Autism Awareness"  Gluten and Casein Free ANDI-Autism Network for Dietary Intervention  by Lisa Lewis and Karyn Seroussi www.autismndi.com GFCFKids  Listserver with membership of over 7500 families who are using the GFCF Diet. This list is unmoderated and unrestricted. The principle aim of this list is to provide a discussion forum for parents of children on the autism spectrum who are avoiding gluten and casein and other substances in their children's diets. Discussions include practical information and tips on following a GFCF  diet; scientific research and opinion; the latest developments in understanding GFCF diet-related health problems; your personal stories and experiences with relation to GFCF  problems; information on what food is GFCF  and what is not; tips on how to eat out of the house; recipes and tips on how to cook and prepare GFCF (etc) food; what vitamins, minerals, herbs and other supplements may be appropriate for a child with autism, how to cope with difficult diet demands, plus support for parents. Appropriate topics for discussion on the list include anything at all related to diet and autism spectrum disorders-including GFCF but also yeast, nitrates/nitrites, dyes, vitamins, minerals, supplements, dealing with teachers, friends, schools, outings, siblings, testing, etc. Highly recommended! Easy to join.  http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/GFCFKids Gluten Intolerance Excellent website for those who are on a gluten free diet.  www.gflinks.com Autism Educational Services 1218 Steeplechase Court Toms River, NJ 08755 Tel: 732-473-9482 Fax: 732-473-0163 Email: ngilder@att.net Nadine G. Gilder, through her company,  Autism Educational Services,  provides personal GFCF Diet consultation.   "Gluten and Casein Dietary Overview" http://www.advimoss.no/GFCF_results.htm by  Jorgen &  Suzanne Klaveness The  website contains a valuable overview of the GFCF Diet.   Residents of Moss, Norway, the Klaveness'  have written  an excellent synopsis of the progress and regression they have recorded during the past 8 years  They attribute the tremendous improvement of their son's life, who is now 16 years old,  to this dietary intervention. This website is a valuable resource for parents who are either  using or contemplating the GFCF diet for inclusion with their child's therapy.  This is not only applicable to all children who fall within the autism spectrum, but especially applicable if one can relate any similarities between their child and what Mr. & Mrs. Klaveness report from their own child's history. Gluten and Casein Food Lists from United Kingdom http://www.thepeacefamily.force9.co.uk/gfcf.html#list Understanding and Implementing a Gluten/Casein-Free Diet by Lisa Lewis http://members.aol.com/lisas156/gfpak.htm Nutrition Clinic Biopteri's Page on the Gluten/Casein-Free Diet http://www.sci.fi/~biopteri/e-index.html Downs Syndrome  Some individuals with Downs Syndrome may also benefit from the GFCF Diet http://www.dsrf.co.uk Casein Free Only ADHD and Milk (Lots of Links) http://www.nowheat.com/grfx/nomilk/index.htm No-Milk Page (Lots of Links)  http://www.panix.com/~nomilk/#prod Food Allergies Casein is a protein derived from milk, not to be confused with  lactose also derived from milk. Lactose is a sugar that ferments in the small intestine of those allergic to dairy. Both are milk derivatives but affect the body in different ways. In lactose sensitive people (those who  also cannot tolerate dairy products), the digestive system does not produce enough of the lactase enzyme to break down the complex lactose sugar into simpler sugars. The lactose sugar ferments in the small intestine, producing gas, bloating, cramps, and diarrhea. We believe that the dairy intolerance found in some autistic children, is from the casein which is a protein found in milk. To the best of our knowledge the casein is also not broken down properly in the digestive system. It is possible that the effect of casein intolerance involves  much more complexity of the immune system than that of lactose intolerant individuals. There are specific tests that must be ordered for gluten and casein intolerance. Please see the Labs and Testing section. Dr. Braly's Allergy Relief the Natural Way Current advancements in allergy diagnoses and natural therapies Website providing practical and reliable "hot-off-the-press" educational information, along with an expanding list of science-based nutritional products and laboratory services from one of the world's leading authorities on natural therapies for food allergy, gluten sensitivity and Celiac Disease.  www.drbralyallergyrelief.com Feingold Association  Diet which restricts further food restrictions:  natural salicylates, certain food preservatives, synthetic flavorings and colors, etc. http://www.feingold.org/index.html The Allergy Connection Dr.Layton www.allergyconnection.com Hidden Allergens In Foods www.allergyadvisor.com/hidden.htm Corn Allergy Corn and corn products are used in many food products, mostly in the form of sweeteners or cornstarch. If you have a corn allergy, you must avoid all sources of corn protein.  Corn syrup has replaced imported sugar in a host of products like soda and candy. Baking powder (can contain cornstarch)  Corn chips Corn tortillas Corn flakes Corn alcohol Corn extract Corn flour Corn meal Corn oil Corn starch Corn sugar Corn sweetener Corn syrup Corn syrup solids Dextrose (also known as glucose or corn sugar)** Dextrin*** Flavorings (can contain corn syrup) Food starch Fructose Glucose Gluten Grits High fructose corn syrup Hydrolyzed corn Hydrolyzed corn protein Hominy Maize Maltodextrin Malt syrup Modified corn starch modified food starch Partially hydrolyzed corn oil Powdered sugar Vegetable gum Vegetable starch Some of the following MAY contain corn derivatives Always read labels Prepackaged cereals  Spaghetti sauces Peanut butter Baked beans Canned soups Processed meats Imitation seafood Imitation cheeses  Cosmetics Adhesives (stamps, envelopes, stickers) Toothpaste Whole corn Vitamin C Popcorn. Dextrates Maltodextrin Caramel Malt syrup  **Dextrose is used in cookies, ice cream and sports drinks. It is also found in crispy foods such as french fries, fish sticks, and potato puffs. ***Dextrin and maltodextrin, often made from corn starch, are used in sauces, dressings, and ice cream as thickening agents. Commercial food producers often make caramel flavoring with corn syrup instead of cane or beet sugar. Corn is used in maple, nut, and root beer flavorings for ice cream, ices, candy, and baked goods. Many soft drinks and fruit drinks contain corn syrup in the flavoring. Grits, hominy, maize, and marshmallows are also sources of corn. Corn starch is added to most confectioner's sugar and baking powders to keep them from caking or clumping. Corn may or may not be in food starch, modified food starch, vegetable gum, or vegetable starch. The manufacturer should be contacted if these terms appear on an ingredients label to see if corn is a factor. Parents of Food Allergic Kids (the original "POFAK" Internet discussion group).  Fee to join http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/community.html  Keywords: milk allergy, egg allergy, peanut allergy, wheat allergy, nut allergy, soy allergy, asthma, anaphylaxis, food allergy, food allergies.  Online support group for parents of children with multiple food allergies. POFAK is for sharing experiences we encounter as parents of children with severe food allergies and for providing moral support for one another. Our group is community where Moms and Dads can share their frustrations and successes as they meet these challenges. Raising a child with such allergies, especially in infancy through the school years, can be a tremendous challenge that only other parents of food allergic children can truly understand. The group also includes parents breastfeeding their food allergic children, and parents of children on hypoallergenic and elemental formulas for their food allergies, protein intolerance, eosinophilic esophagitis or eosinophilic gastroenteritis. The group's focus also includes children's latex allergy, drug allergies and anaphylaxis. POFAK is a service of Food Allergies Etc., Inc. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AUTISM-FBI   "FIGHTING BACK with dietary INTERVENTION" is a list for the experienced parent using dietary intervention in the treatment of their child afflicted with autism.   The focus of this group will be to give support to fellow parents who already have their child on a gluten-free, casein-free, yeast-free, sugar-free, chemical-free, allergy-free and hydrogenised oil-free diet.   This list is for intermediate through advanced dieters, not for beginners.  Food Allergy Network www.foodallergy.org This is the Food Allergy Network, a MAJOR organization with so much to offer.  They have products, a newsletter, free recall notices, and so much useful information. FAN  helps those with allergies,  giving  knowledge and materials  needed to keep those with allergies free from harm.  When a manufacturer makes a mistake in labeling,  instant recall notices are sent via e-mail.  Their newsletters are WONDERFUL!  This organization is like a major hub for those with food allergies, and would be very helpful as a reference to parents implementing this diet A great resource for all food allergies. Helpful booklets for teachers and parents of children with special dietary needs, travel tips, updates on Allergic foods, newsletters. special stickers for allergic foods, etc.:  Egg Allergy by Antony Ham Pong, MBBS Dr. Ham-Pong is lecturer, Department of Pediatrics, University of Ottawa; consultant, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario; private practitioner. Egg allergy usually begins in infancy, often soon after egg is started. Children who are egg allergic will often refuse egg when it is given to them. It usually disappears by age five to seven years, but may sometimes be lifelong. Egg white, especially raw or poorly cooked causes more severe allergy than egg yolk (yellow) e.g., tasting raw batter, playing with egg shells, or egg white icing. Mildly egg allergic children can often eat food prepared with small amounts of egg e.g., cakes, muffins, without an immediate reaction. However, these trace quantities may aggravate eczema, and may cause the egg allergy to stay longer. Therefore unless told otherwise, all eggs should be avoided, even in traces in baked goods in the first few years of life. Egg allergic people are not usually allergic to chicken. Eggplant is okay. An allergic reaction to a food usually begins within minutes but may be delayed 2 - 4 hours, and usually lasts less than one day. The more severe the allergy, the smaller the amount required to cause a reaction. Typical immediate allergic reactions to foods include rash, hives or redness around the mouth, which may spread to the rest of the body, immediate runny nose, sneezing and itchy watery eyes, coughing, choking or gagging, wheezing and trouble breathing, and cramps, vomiting and diarrhea. The allergic reaction can stop at any stage, or may cause anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction which involves several parts of the body and can lead to death. Severe egg allergy: Can develop anaphylaxis with even small amounts: strict avoidance of all traces of egg proteins. Keep egg out of the house. Use EpiPenâ immediately with any reaction to ingestion of egg to prevent anaphylaxis. Mild to moderate egg allergy: Small traces of egg in cooked goods can be eaten if your allergist okays this, e.g., bread, cakes, cookies. Avoid foods with more egg e.g., French toast, mayonnaise, pancakes etc. It may be recommended to avoid all traces of egg to help the allergy go away more quickly, or to reduce eczema. When reintroducing eggs, try small amounts baked in muffins or cakes e.g., one egg or less to a cake or dozen muffins. Then slowly increase the amount of eggs. Then if there is no reaction, try 1/4 teaspoon hard boiled egg yolk, then larger amounts. Then try hard boiled egg white slowly. Finally, try less well cooked egg white e.g., omelet, mayonnaise. WHAT CONTAINS EGG?  egg yolk / egg white  ovomucoid powdered egg egg beaters egg shells livetin egg lysozyme egg albumin ovalbumin eggnog egg lecithin ovovittelin, ovamcin Diprivan (propofol), an intravenous  sedative/anaesthetic,  has egg lecithin.  WHAT MAY CONTAIN EGG? Cake icing, egg substitutes, egg shampoo, fancy ice creams e.g., french vanilla. Seasonings and natural flavors may contain egg proteins which are not labelled as egg. Binders and fillers, batters e.g. for processed meats, poultry, surimi. Bread, cakes, desserts, baked goods with glazes, fancy coffee, ice cream & yogurt. In Europe, tablets, lozenges, eyedrops, nose drops, and non-Canadian cheese may have egg lysozyme. Yellow baked goods; shiny glaze on baked goods; white chocolate Egg white may also be used in fancy coffee to make the foam; and occasionally to clarify soup stock used for some jellied soups, consommé, broths and homemade wines and homemade root beer; lecithin is usually from soy, but occasionally may be from egg. Examples of foods to be cautious about (i.e., may contain egg) Beverages eggnog, malted beverages, root beer, Orange Juliusã drink Breads and rolls with eggs or crust glazed with eggs, pancakes, waffles, doughnuts, muffins, soda crackers, pretzels  Desserts cakes, cookies, cream-filled pies, meringues, custard, ice cream, sherbet  Breaded foods breaded meats, meatballs, meat loaf, some sausages Noodles egg noodles, vermicelli, macaroni, spaghetti Salad dressings Caesar salad, mayonnaise  Sauces cream sauce made with eggs, e.g., hollandaise, tartar sauce, marshmallow sauce Soups broth, consommé, bouillon if egg added  Sweets chocolate candies with cream fillings, marshmallow candy, divinity, fudge, cake icings  Miscellaneous baking mixes, fritter batter, batter-fried foods, soufflé, puddings, dessert powders, egg powders or commercial egg substitutes, pet foods EGG SUBSTITUTES IN COOKING. Egg-free Egg Replacer (check in grocery/health food stores). Substitutes for one egg: Use either of these 3: 2 tbsp flour + 1/2 tbsp shortening + 1/2 tsp baking powder + 2 tbsp liquid or 1/2 - 1 tsp baking powder or