DIETARY ROUTES TO LOWER ANXIETY
Featured article in the Autism Eye magazine. Written by Stella Chadwick. Anxiety is the most common symptom experienced by a vast percentage of children and adults with autism. Anxiety disorders can manifest as persistent, excessive worry about everyday things, or anxiety and fear in social situations. There can also be irrational fear of things and…
KRYPTOPYRROLURIA, COULD IT BE KPU?
Kryptopyrroluria (KPU) is thought to be one of the most under-recognized conditions in the UK. Some estimates suggest the incidence of KPU to be as high as 80% in autism and between 40% and 70% in those with learning difficulties, ADHD, depression and bipolar disorders. What is KPU (HPU)? KPU, also known as HPU, (Haemopyrroluria),…
COOL AS CUSTARD
Fantastically scrummy custard to serve as a delicious breakfast or a yummy nutritious treat. Good any time of the day. It’s loaded with protein, healthy fats and gut healing gelatin. Enjoy this wonderful nutritional Tri-factor! EASY THE SCIENCE BIT EGGS are a wonderfully easy to digest protein with a full set of amino acids to feed almost every function in…
COCONUT MILK PANNA COTTA
Delicious, creamy dairy free panna cotta with antioxidant rich blueberry jam. This makes a wonderful dessert, snack or a nutrient rich breakfast. Easy THE SCIENCE BIT BLUEBERRIES are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and are a wonderful source of soluble fiber – they also have low glycaemic load which means that they won’t cause…
THE PERFECT GRAIN FREE PIZZA BASE
For all those gorgeous kids out there who miss having a tasty “pizza” because of special diets look no further. This is genuinely one of the most delicious grain/nut/seed/dairy/soya/ recipes we have ever tried – the base is made from only two key ingredients: cauliflower and eggs – I know you might need a little…
SWEET AND CREAMY BONE MARROW
Sweet, Creamy, and nutty tasting Bone Marrow is a Superfood beyond compare and is the perfect food for children who are failing to thrive. Bone marrow can be eaten on its own, spread on a cracker or piece of toast or it can be blended into sauces like spaghetti bolognaise, soups, muffins, meatballs and anything else…
SUPER HEALTHY SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE
This is a fabulously easy, healthy and utterly delicious caramel sauce which is wonderfully versatile and totally addictive. Drizzle over pancakes, fruit salad, hot baked apples, stir into coconut yoghurt, or use as a dip for chunks of fruit – we keep finding new excuses to use the sauce. One of life’s guilt-free pleasures. EASY THE…
STUNNING GRAIN FREE PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BACON
One of the foods kids miss the most when following a grain free diet is pasta. You can therefore imagine how I yelped with joy when I came across this organic grain free pasta by Tolerant Foods which is made with just 2 ingredients – Lentils and water. I was skeptical for sure, and did not expect much – but…
SPROUTED BUCKWHEAT PANCAKES
These stunning, fluffy and delicious pancakes are wonderful gluten and dairy free options, most children adore. The sprouted buckwheat flour makes this super easy to digest and a fantastic way to start your child’s day and is a particularly good choice for those coming off the GAPS or SCD diet. You can make the batter in much bigger quantities and keep it in…
SPINACH AND CASHEW RAVIOLI – GRAIN AND DAIRY FREE
When we began our grain and dairy free journey, one of the foods my daughter missed the most was ravioli – it took some experimentation – some of which I am still trying to live down – but it was worth it just to find this recipe. I have adapted it to suit our taste buds but…
