ASD The Complete Autism Spectrum Disorder Health and Diet Guide: Includes 175 Gluten-Free and Casein-Free Recipes

by R. Garth Smith MBBS, FRCPC, Susan Hannah BA, BScH, Elke Sengmueller BASc, RD

Overview

In May 2013, the American Psychiatric Association provided new diagnostic criteria for autism: autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The term incorporates diagnoses previously described as separate: autistic disorder, Asperger's Disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorders not otherwise specified.

This comprehensive book on ASD will be a valuable resource for parents, caregivers and health professionals as well, with its combination of years of practical experience and a range of skills and knowledge from its outstanding author team. This multidisciplinary health care team has a keen understanding of the goals and expectations of both the patient and families.

Part 1
Possible causes
What does the new definition mean to my child
autism and genetics
diagnosis
signs and symptoms of autism
myths

Part 2
New diagnosis management and ongoing management of ASD
typical doctor/nurse visits w/ Q and A
management and treatment help through medical, alternative, psychological and behavioral therapies

Part 3
Recent research shows that a gluten-free/casein-free diet is effective in reducing ASD symptoms for those people with ASDs who show GI symptoms, confirmed food allergies and suspected food sensitivities.
- 175 recipes and gluten-free/cassein-free meal plans help to build a nutritious, varied and tasty diet that may improve gastrointestinal and ASD symptoms for some children.

This author team has provided a comprehensive and current resource book on ASD for anyone affected by this disease.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780778804734
Publisher:	Rose, Robert Incorporated
Publication date:	04/17/2014
Pages:	408
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

R. Garth Smith, MBBS, FRCPC, is a Developmental Pediatrician and Medical Director of the Child Development Centre at Hotel Dieu Hospital in Kingston, Ontario, and a Research Board Member of the Canadian-American Research Consortium which works with over 3,000 families in the U.S. and Canada.

Susan Hannah, BA, BScH, is a respected health author, a volunteer researcher at ASD-CARC, Ongwanada and a former research associate at the Department of Family Medicine, Queen's University.

Elke Sengmueller, BASc, RD is a clinical dietitian at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

Table of Contents

Letter to Parents from Heidi Penning, MPA, PhD (candidate) 6

Preface R. Garth Smith 7

Introduction Susan Hannah 9

Part 1 Understanding Autism

1 What Is Autism? 15

Autism Basics 15

Developmental Milestones 21

Checklist of Signs and Symptoms 33

2 How Is Autism Diagnosed? 37

Diagnostic Steps 37

Screening Tools 41

Associated Conditions 49

3 What Causes Autism? 55

Contributing Factors 55

Genetic Mutations 57

Environmental Neurotoxins 63

Oxidative Stress 69

Hormone Imbalance 71

Brain Dysfunctions 73

Gastrointestinal Theories 83

Nutritional Deficiencies 85

Food Sensitivities, intolerances, and Allergies 86

Part 2 Managing Autism Spectrum Disorders

4 Standard Treatments 91

Standards and Guidelines for Care 92

Therapies and Interventions 100

Behavioral Therapies 101

Medications and Supplements 108

Sensory Therapies 110

Communication Therapies 112

Complementary and Alternative Medicines 114

Dietary Interventions 116

5 Feeding Therapy 121

Mealtime Challenges 121

Common Eating Problems 122

Developmental Food Issues 124

Sensory Food Issues 131

Environmental Food Issues 139

Practical Food Preparation Tips 141

Part 3 Dietary Therapy

6 The Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet Program 147

Exclusionary Diets 147

GFCF Diet Principles 148

Immunity, Inflammation, and Antibodies 149

Food Sensitivity 150

Gluten-Free 150

Casein-Free 152

GFCF Diet Risks and Benefits 156

7 Eight Steps for Implementing the GFCF Diet Program 161

The Challenge of Changing Diets 161

Step 1 Develop an Attitude for Success 162

Step 2 Set a Physical and Behavioral Baseline 162

Step 3 Gather Groceries 163

Step 4 Manage Your Child's Weight 164

Step 5 Avoid Foods Containing Gluten and Casein 165

Step 6 Rotate Your Child's Diet 166

Step 7 Seek Support 166

Step 8 Work with a Meal Plan 167

Part 4 The Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Cookbook

Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Meal Plans 170

Introduction to the Recipes 183

Baby Food and Kids' Fare 185

Breakfast 201

Breads and Muffins 217

Appetizers, Dips and Sauces 243

Soups and Salads 261

Meatless Mains 285

Seafood and Meaty Mains 305

Side Dishes 325

Desserts 347

Snacks and Beverages 369

Contributing Authors 384

Acknowledgments 386

Resources 386

References 389

Index 399