Synopses & Reviews
Praised as a modern-day classic by celebrities and readers all over the world, the first edition of
Special Diets for Special Kids has been helping children and adults with autism, ADHD, celiac disease, and other disorders since 1998.
Special Diets for Special Kids Two followed up in 2001 by providing more recipes and updated research. Now, this revised and expanded edition offers
both books in one, complete with the latest research, revised recipes, and color photos throughout! The first part of the book
describes dietary intervention in detail, from both a scientific and a personal approach (the author's son has autism and has been on a GFCF diet for many years). In a nutshell, certain enzymes are required to break down gluten and casein. If those enzymes don’t function well, or are not present at sufficient levels, serious neurological problems can result. Studies have shown that children with autism have a marked deficiency of these enzymes, which may explain why GFCF diets have yielded positive results for many children. Among many other helpful topics, Dr. Lewis explains:
- The Biology behind Dietary Interventions
- “Leaky Gut”
- Allergies, Sensitivities, and Intolerances
- Antibiotics and Probiotics
- Vitamins and Minerals
- Testing and Nutritional Support
- Other Diets and Interventions
- How to Go GFCF
The second part of the book is an easy-to-follow cookbook. This section contains
over 200 recipes, including many you would have never thought possible on a GFCF diet, such as:
- Banana-Nut Pancakes
- Blueberry Muffins
- Tortillas/Wraps
- Chicken Nuggets
- Shepherd’s Pie
- Mock Mac and Cheese
- Chili
- Turkey Dressing
- Cakes and Cookies
- And many, many more!
Best of all, this book comes with a
FREE CD of printable recipes, so you can easily print out recipes as you use them and keep the book away from counter spills and drips!
Review
"Special Diets for Special Kids has a prominent position in our allergen-free household! We all have various food allergies and this is one resource I won't be without. Each recipe thus far has been wonderful and surprisingly simple. The Baked Kibbe, Sloppy Joes, and Hamentashen have quickly become family favorites. Eating without gluten, especially, has changed our 'hyper' son's behavior drastically and he's no longer the fussy eater that he was. His teacher was shocked at the change for the better. Oh, and our dinner guests without dining challenges love this food as well. Thank you for this indispensable resource!"
--Tamara Dever, Creative Director, TLC Graphics, and mom of family with food allergies
Review
"The writings of Lisa Lewis have made a huge impact on the field of autism. As an educator and a parent, Dr. Lewis has been instrumental in describing the issues of gluten and casein sensitivities, and how these problems affect the behavior of autistic individuals. She has changed the lives of many autistic individuals and their families.”--Stephen Edelson, Ph.D., Director of the Center for the Study of Autism
Review
“Lisa Lewis’ contribution to the understanding of biomedical aspects of autism have been considerable. ... [Special Diets for Special Kids] also concentrates on the practical applications of knowledge and understanding. It is well-researched, well written, and very much needed.”--Paul Shattock, Autism Research Unit, University of Sunderland
Synopsis
Praised as a modern-day classic by celebrities and readers all over the world, the first edition of this highly acclaimed book has been helping children and adults with autism, ADHD, celiac disease, and other disorders since 1998. Volume 2 followed up by providing more recipes and updated research.
Now, this revised and expanded edition offers both books in one, complete with groundbreaking research, revised recipes, and color photos throughout! Part medical treatise, part cookbook, this book not only teaches how to make gluten-free casein-free (GFCF) meals and snacks, it also reveals how GFCF diets "work."
You and your family—yes, even YOUR family—can enjoy delicious foods such as:
- Banana-Nut Pancakes
- Blueberry Muffins
- Tortillas/Wraps
- Chicken Nuggets
- Shepherd’s Pie
- Mock Mac and Cheese
- Chili
- Turkey Dressing
- Cakes and Cookies
- And many, many more!
As an added bonus, each book comes with a FREE CD of printable recipes!
About the Author
Lisa Lewis earned her Ph.D. in Biological Anthropology from New York University, where she studied genetic variation. Her son's autism diagnosis and her family's successful adoption of the gluten-free casein-free diet led to her award-winning Special Diets for Special Kids series. Lisa continues to be a pioneer in the field of dietary intervention.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Dr. Elizabeth Mumper Introduction Chapter 1: Why Special Diets? Chapter 2: Testing and Nutritional Support Chapter 3: How and What to Feed Your Child Chapter 4: Breakfast and Breads Pancakes and WafflesKaryn’s PancakesDon Baker’s PancakesBanana (Nut) PancakesEasy Almond Flour Pancakes MuffinsKaryn’s Rice-Free MuffinsMaple Rice-Bran MuffinsBlueberry MuffinsGrain-Free Blueberry MuffinsTropical Muffins BreadsYeast-Free Sorghum BreadFood-Processor Zucchini BreadCoconut Quick BreadSweet Corn BreadYeast-Free White Bread Rolls, Wraps, and More!Sweet Potato RollsMini Sandwich RollsPorridge with a PurposeGFCF Tortillas/WrapsBreakfast CookiesCrêpes Chapter 5: Drinks Homemade Nut MilkRice MilkKiddie ColadaMock Orange JuliusBlueberry Shake Fruit SmoothiesWorld’s Easiest Fruit SmoothieMixed Berry SmoothieGreen SmoothieGreen LemonadePurple People PleaserBlueberry YummerMango LassiNew York Egg Cream Other DrinksChaiLemonade: Three Ways Chapter 6: Lunchtime! Soups, Chilis, and ChowdersChicken Rice SoupLentil SoupRed Lentil Soup (Dahl)Split Pea soupChilled Almond SoupThe World’s Easiest ChiliChicken and Vegetable Chowder Sandwiches, Rolls, and WrapsPB and Peach SandwichGF Spring RollsBW Pete’s Honey-Buckwheat PitasPotato Wraps Meat and PotatoesMeat PuffsMeat (Loaf) MuffinsPotato LogsOven Fries Other Lunchtime FavoritesDeviled EggsSquash LatkesCrustless QuicheTamale PieAsian Tenders Chapter 7: Anytime Snacks Snack MixesCrunchy MixGorp Snack BallsCereal Munch BallsCoconut Date BallsLemon Power Balls Fruit SnacksFruit KabobsStuffed ApplesBlueberry-Applesauce Fruit Leather Frozen SnacksFrozen Banana PopsFrozen Fruit Pops Snack DipsBean DipCowboy Bean Dip Other Snacktime FavoritesRaisin Snack CakeKiddie KibblesAnts on a LogNut Bars Chapter 8: Dinnertime: Main Dishes and Sides MainsChicken “Nuggets”Roast ChickenRoasted Cornish HensMoist Chicken BreastsHow to Butterfly a BirdRoast TurkeyWorld’s Easiest Chicken and DumplingsSimple Chicken StewPineapple ChickenBrunswick StewCurried Chicken BallsHungarian ChickenBuffalo WingsArroz con PolloWorld’s Easiest Chicken CurryBaked KibbeWorld’s Easiest Shepherd’s PieMexican Corn Bread PizzaVeggie BurgersBean BurgersBuckwheat BurgersNadine’s Outrageous Tuna CasseroleGrilled Pork TenderloinBasic Pork TenderloinCioppinoAlmond Crusted FishSchnitzelHungarian GoulashPork StewVeal StewBeef StewEasy Corned Beef and CabbageStir-Fried PorkSalmon BurgersSalmon PuffsMom’s Cassoulet“Mexican” CasseroleSloppy JoesMock Mac and Cheese SidesFrench FriesKasha PilafButternut Squash “Fries”Baked Onion RingsRisottoIndian RiceBombay RiceEasiest RiceRiz CousSmashed CauliflowerCharlies’ Italian Mashed “Potatoes”Gingery CarrotsCreamy GritsRhubarb ApplesaucePear and Jicama Salad Chapter 9: Cheap Eats Chicken or Fish en PapilloteCrispy Baked DrumsticksFried RiceTomato SoupBeans and Rice Chapter 10: Holiday Fare The Biggies: Thanksgiving and ChristmasTwice-Wild Turkey DressingKasha DressingGF Bread DressingCranberry Nut DressingGravyRoast GooseStuffed Pork TenderloinRoast Leg of LambBaked Cranberry SauceRoot-Vegetable Mashed PotatoesMashed Sweet PotatoesMashed Christmas BeansRoasted VegetablesGingerbread PeopleSpritz CookiesRefrigerator Pumpkin Pie Other HolidaysPotato Pancakes (Latkes)Matzo Balls (Kneidlach)Bean Flour MatzoPassover RollsMandel BreadMandel Bread IIHamantashen Chapter 11: Ethnic Foods Chicken SoupUnchicken SoupMock Chopped LiverOzzie’s Mock Chopped LiverFalafelBaba GhanoushHummusIndian Flatbread (Chapatis)Pad ThaiPicadillo Chapter 12: Sweet Treats CakesPineapple Velvet CakeZebra CakeFlourless Chocolate CakeFarfel “Cake”Buckwheat CakeOne-Bowl Chocolate CakeFruit Cobbler PuddingsTapioca PuddingChocolate Pudding (or Pie Filling) Pies“Graham” Cracker CrustCookie-Crumb Crust CookiesPanda Puff Chocolate CrispsChocolate WafersMaking Thin MintsCharlie’s MacaroonsCinnamon “Butter” Cookies (SCD)The Best GF Chocolate Chip CookiesChewy Chocolate CookiesWorld’s Easiest Chocolate CookiesPignoli Cookies More Sweet TreatsSCD Orange SorbetEverything-Free FudgeBaked Peaches Chapter 13: Odds, Ends, and Things You Should Know Salads, Dips, and DressingsWaldorf SaladGF Garlic CroutonsHail Caesar DressingRanch Salad Dressing (or Dip)Thousand Island Dressing (or Dip)Japanese Ginger Dressing (or Dip) CondimentsGF Worcestershire SauceFresh SalsaJulie’s Raw SauerkrautPearsauce Spice MixesApple Pie SpicePumpkin Pie SpiceTaco Seasoning MixOnion Soup Mix Dairy SubstitutesEvaporated Milk SubstituteSweetened Condensed Milk SubstituteCoconut Whipped “Cream”Cashew Cream Odds and EndsGranolaToasted CoconutToasted NutsChocolate Syrup Recommended Resources The Essential GFCF Kitchen References Index