Picky eater

[Guest guest]

Great post Mika!!

Amy

> Dear Friends,

>

> I had noticed a few post about one of the up coming programs

being offered in North Texas " Picky Eater's " . We at Feat are helping

to promote this opportunity because of the many concerns you all

have expressed. After 6.5 years of constantly transitioning

and 's diet I am happy to say that the " eat nothing until you

eat this " is not the only way to use ABA, nor the preferred when

wanting or needing to make dietary changes. Positive reinforcement

and practicing in short durations as well as times other than meal

time are used. As mentioned, sensory issues can complicate the

process and do need to be addressed, but can be worked through. It

is also wise to consider if the circumstances surrounding the event

that is being worked on is or has set in place a pattern of

behavior when the parent is trying to introduce the new food.

>

>

> Short example, One mom, son 3 picky eater. Would not eat home made

gf/cf nuggets. He would push on them then scream. When screaming the

mother removed them. Each time she waited longer before she removed

them which ended up increasing his level of response as well. My

suggestion was two fold, one put the raw chicken in a food processor

and adding some gf/cf flour to it and then form the nuggets. The

processed meat then when cooked would have the bounce that the child

was looking for from the grocery store brand. The second part of my

suggestion was to seek the consultation of a Qualified behavior

analyst to help look at the series of events from the outside. Both

were beneficial and helped in opening the door to future

opportunities for success in introducing new foods.

>

> This can be implemented successfully! I hope many of you will be

able to participate in this opportunity. If it were not for

strategies like these we would not have been able to have

eating foods like broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts and more

using a positive approach that created a happier environment for

all family members.

> Hope to see you there!

>

> Sincerely Yours,

> Mika Bradford

> President FEAT North Texas

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

........you must think about getting him Xylitol as a sugar

substitute. It is a natural sweetner and Biological Dentists are

recommending it because it prevents cavities! My Integrative doctor even

carries it now. It comes in cans or packages at the Health Food Store. Is

a great substitute for diabetics also as it has no impact on blood sugar.

You can even cook with it. Looks like and tastes like sugar.

The next recommendation is to purchase Essential Seven (E7). It is a

powdered drink that has all the essential nutrients in it. It has molecular

size whey protein, probiotics, enzymes, immune stimulants, vegetables &

fruits (equal to 42 per scoop), deep sea ionized minerals, fiber, 100

Antioxidants, essential fatty acids, etc., etc., etc. You can check it out

at www.healthy-living.org. It comes in CHOCOLATE and BERRY flavors besides

vegetable and plain. He would only need 1/2 scoop per day to get all his

requirements. I have been taking it since May and absolutely love it. I

use it in Rice milk or Coconut milk which I dilute down. It can also be

used in water or juice. My blood pressure has dropped to where I can get

along without medication, my gum disease is almost gone, I have much more

energy and really feel good. Its Antioxidant Level (ORAC value) is 21,020

per scoop which is far beyond anything else on the market. It comes in a

can with a scoop so it would last for him 2 months, but I bet you will want

to start it too. It costs around $39 plus shipping in the can. You can buy

it in the Chocolate or Berry packets also. I do that to carry with me when

I travel (you have to buy two of the packets). You can call Kent at

1-866-257-0538. Tell them Nona recommended you.

I will never be without this supplement ever! My eye sight has gone from

20/30 back to 20/20, blood work is at the top of normal readings, everything

has checked out very, very good. My granddaughters both give their 2 and

3-year olds this as a drink to sip on during the day as a juice (with

water). Most children, though only need 1/2 scoop. Blessings! Nona Baker

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking " this too

shall pass " but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Nona,

Thanks for the response. I have not heard of the Xylitol but will check into it. I have just purchased and received Blue Agave from Young Living which is also natural and can be used to cook with.

And, coincidentally, I already take Essential Seven (E7) daily! Nice to hear you talk so favorably about it because I love it too. But, my son will not drink it! I thought sure he would drink the chocolate but he said he didn't like it even though I made him finish the small bit I had him try. I mix mine with almond milk and chopped ice along with Flax Seed Oil and then blend it in the Bullet. At the time I had him try it I think I only mixed the powder and milk. Maybe I'll try it as more of a smoothie for him and see if I can get him to take it. I know he won't drink the Berry. (I often mix mine 1/2 and 1/2.) I actually started taking it when I was diagnosed with breast cancer a couple of months ago and I have been very pleased with it. I think I'll be a bit more persuasive with him and maybe some experimenting since it's so nutritional....like putting it in ice cream!! He'd take if for sure then!

Thanks so much for your input!

Blessings,

-- Re: Picky Eater

........you must think about getting him Xylitol as a sugar

substitute. It is a natural sweetner and Biological Dentists are

recommending it because it prevents cavities! My Integrative doctor even

carries it now. It comes in cans or packages at the Health Food Store. Is

a great substitute for diabetics also as it has no impact on blood sugar.

You can even cook with it. Looks like and tastes like sugar.

The next recommendation is to purchase Essential Seven (E7). It is a

powdered drink that has all the essential nutrients in it. It has molecular

size whey protein, probiotics, enzymes, immune stimulants, vegetables &

fruits (equal to 42 per scoop), deep sea ionized minerals, fiber, 100

Antioxidants, essential fatty acids, etc., etc., etc. You can check it out

at www.healthy-living.org. It comes in CHOCOLATE and BERRY flavors besides

vegetable and plain. He would only need 1/2 scoop per day to get all his

requirements. I have been taking it since May and absolutely love it. I

use it in Rice milk or Coconut milk which I dilute down. It can also be

used in water or juice. My blood pressure has dropped to where I can get

along without medication, my gum disease is almost gone, I have much more

energy and really feel good. Its Antioxidant Level (ORAC value) is 21,020

per scoop which is far beyond anything else on the market. It comes in a

can with a scoop so it would last for him 2 months, but I bet you will want

to start it too. It costs around $39 plus shipping in the can. You can buy

it in the Chocolate or Berry packets also. I do that to carry with me when

I travel (you have to buy two of the packets). You can call Kent at

1-866-257-0538. Tell them Nona recommended you.

I will never be without this supplement ever! My eye sight has gone from

20/30 back to 20/20, blood work is at the top of normal readings, everything

has checked out very, very good. My granddaughters both give their 2 and

3-year olds this as a drink to sip on during the day as a juice (with

water). Most children, though only need 1/2 scoop. Blessings! Nona Baker

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

What is his bloodgroup?

Do you have Diabetes in the family?

Hypoglycemia?

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking " this too

shall pass " but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Absolutely agree with you about Xylitol - it

is a glyconutrient, one of the 8 essential monosaccharides. Very good

for the immune system too, especially if you take all the eight.

Nona, may I ask you, do you know whether all the ingredients in E7 are

organic? I am very interested, for my self, family and clients; I have

checked the website but cannot get any information whether the

ingredients - vegetables etc. - are organic. I don't want to ingest

lots of foodstuffs which are not organic.

Many thanks, Azizah

dbaker@... wrote:

........you must think about getting him Xylitol as a sugar substitute. It is a natural sweetner and Biological Dentists are recommending it because it prevents cavities! My Integrative doctor even carries it now. It comes in cans or packages at the Health Food Store. Is a great substitute for diabetics also as it has no impact on blood sugar. You can even cook with it. Looks like and tastes like sugar.

The next recommendation is to purchase Essential Seven (E7). It is a powdered drink that has all the essential nutrients in it. It has molecular size whey protein, probiotics, enzymes, immune stimulants, vegetables & fruits (equal to 42 per scoop), deep sea ionized minerals, fiber, 100 Antioxidants, essential fatty acids, etc., etc., etc. You can check it out at www.healthy-living.org. It comes in CHOCOLATE and BERRY flavors besides vegetable and plain. He would only need 1/2 scoop per day to get all his requirements. I have been taking it since May and absolutely love it. I use it in Rice milk or Coconut milk which I dilute down. It can also be used in water or juice. My blood pressure has dropped to where I can get along without medication, my gum disease is almost gone, I have much more energy and really feel good. Its Antioxidant Level (ORAC value) is 21,020 per scoop which is far beyond anything else on the market. It comes in a can with a scoop so it would last for him 2 months, but I bet you will want to start it too. It costs around $39 plus shipping in the can. You can buy it in the Chocolate or Berry packets also. I do that to carry with me when I travel (you have to buy two of the packets). You can call Kent at 1-866-257-0538. Tell them Nona recommended you.

I will never be without this supplement ever! My eye sight has gone from 20/30 back to 20/20, blood work is at the top of normal readings, everything has checked out very, very good. My granddaughters both give their 2 and 3-year olds this as a drink to sip on during the day as a juice (with water). Most children, though only need 1/2 scoop. Blessings! Nona Baker

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

I believe they are. They somehow use a "flash point" process so that each scoop of the E7 equals about 42 vegetables. Call 1-866-257-0538 and talk to Kent. He should be able to tell you for sure......be sure to let him know I recommended you. It is not an MLM company yet and I have sent many, many people there.

I did not know Xylitol was a glyconutrient. Thanks for the info. Regards, Nona

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Xylitol is not a glyconutrient, nor is it one of the 8 essentials monosaccharide. Xylose may be what you are referring to. It is one of the 8 essentials.

While Xylitol has a "sweet" taste it is a 5 carbon molecule - not a true sugar

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Does anyone know of a good supplier for Xylitol, in the UK preferably. I have found one but they are very expensive.

Many thanks,

Mike.

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

You are right - a slip on my part and

apologies. I meant xylose and got mixed up with xylitol when replying

quickly. I should know better 'cause I lecture on glyconutrients.

Thanks for the correction. Azizah

Ann & Rob Riner wrote:

Xylitol is not a glyconutrient, nor

is it one of the 8 essentials monosaccharide. Xylose may be what you

are referring to. It is one of the 8 essentials.

While Xylitol has a "sweet" taste it

is a 5 carbon molecule - not a true sugar

-----

Original Message -----

From:

Azizah Clayton

To:

qxci-english

Sent:

Sunday, September 11, 2005 2:23 PM

Subject:

Re: Picky Eater

Absolutely agree with you about Xylitol

- it is a glyconutrient, one of the 8 essential monosaccharides. Very

good for the immune system too, especially if you take all the eight.

Nona, may I ask you, do you know whether all the ingredients in E7 are

organic? I am very interested, for my self, family and clients; I have

checked the website but cannot get any information whether the

ingredients - vegetables etc. - are organic. I don't want to ingest

lots of foodstuffs which are not organic.

Many thanks, Azizah

dbaker@...

wrote:

........you must think about getting him Xylitol as a sugar substitute. It is a natural sweetner and Biological Dentists are recommending it because it prevents cavities! My Integrative doctor even carries it now. It comes in cans or packages at the Health Food Store. Is a great substitute for diabetics also as it has no impact on blood sugar. You can even cook with it. Looks like and tastes like sugar.

The next recommendation is to purchase Essential Seven (E7). It is a powdered drink that has all the essential nutrients in it. It has molecular size whey protein, probiotics, enzymes, immune stimulants, vegetables & fruits (equal to 42 per scoop), deep sea ionized minerals, fiber, 100 Antioxidants, essential fatty acids, etc., etc., etc. You can check it out at www.healthy-living.org. It comes in CHOCOLATE and BERRY flavors besides vegetable and plain. He would only need 1/2 scoop per day to get all his requirements. I have been taking it since May and absolutely love it. I use it in Rice milk or Coconut milk which I dilute down. It can also be used in water or juice. My blood pressure has dropped to where I can get along without medication, my gum disease is almost gone, I have much more energy and really feel good. Its Antioxidant Level (ORAC value) is 21,020 per scoop which is far beyond anything else on the market. It comes in a can with a scoop so it would last for him 2 months, but I bet you will want to start it too. It costs around $39 plus shipping in the can. You can buy it in the Chocolate or Berry packets also. I do that to carry with me when I travel (you have to buy two of the packets). You can call Kent at 1-866-257-0538. Tell them Nona recommended you.

I will never be without this supplement ever! My eye sight has gone from 20/30 back to 20/20, blood work is at the top of normal readings, everything has checked out very, very good. My granddaughters both give their 2 and 3-year olds this as a drink to sip on during the day as a juice (with water). Most children, though only need 1/2 scoop. Blessings! Nona Baker

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Nutri-Link in Devon, UK - to practitioners

who register with them. Azizah

Mike Piper wrote:

Does anyone know of a good supplier for Xylitol, in the UK

preferably. I have found one but they are very expensive.

Many thanks,

Mike.

-----

Original Message -----

From:

Azizah Clayton

To:

qxci-english

Sent:

Sunday, September 11, 2005 10:23 PM

Subject:

Re: Picky Eater

Absolutely agree with you about Xylitol

- it is a glyconutrient, one of the 8 essential monosaccharides. Very

good for the immune system too, especially if you take all the eight.

Nona, may I ask you, do you know whether all the ingredients in E7 are

organic? I am very interested, for my self, family and clients; I have

checked the website but cannot get any information whether the

ingredients - vegetables etc. - are organic. I don't want to ingest

lots of foodstuffs which are not organic.

Many thanks, Azizah

dbaker@...

wrote:

........you must think about getting him Xylitol as a sugar substitute. It is a natural sweetner and Biological Dentists are recommending it because it prevents cavities! My Integrative doctor even carries it now. It comes in cans or packages at the Health Food Store. Is a great substitute for diabetics also as it has no impact on blood sugar. You can even cook with it. Looks like and tastes like sugar.

The next recommendation is to purchase Essential Seven (E7). It is a powdered drink that has all the essential nutrients in it. It has molecular size whey protein, probiotics, enzymes, immune stimulants, vegetables & fruits (equal to 42 per scoop), deep sea ionized minerals, fiber, 100 Antioxidants, essential fatty acids, etc., etc., etc. You can check it out at www.healthy-living.org. It comes in CHOCOLATE and BERRY flavors besides vegetable and plain. He would only need 1/2 scoop per day to get all his requirements. I have been taking it since May and absolutely love it. I use it in Rice milk or Coconut milk which I dilute down. It can also be used in water or juice. My blood pressure has dropped to where I can get along without medication, my gum disease is almost gone, I have much more energy and really feel good. Its Antioxidant Level (ORAC value) is 21,020 per scoop which is far beyond anything else on the market. It comes in a can with a scoop so it would last for him 2 months, but I bet you will want to start it too. It costs around $39 plus shipping in the can. You can buy it in the Chocolate or Berry packets also. I do that to carry with me when I travel (you have to buy two of the packets). You can call Kent at 1-866-257-0538. Tell them Nona recommended you.

I will never be without this supplement ever! My eye sight has gone from 20/30 back to 20/20, blood work is at the top of normal readings, everything has checked out very, very good. My granddaughters both give their 2 and 3-year olds this as a drink to sip on during the day as a juice (with water). Most children, though only need 1/2 scoop. Blessings! Nona Baker

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Has anyone tried the 8 Day Cleanse promoted on this E7 Healthy-Living website?

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

.............................................

[Guest guest]

Mike Piper - Check out Higher Nature - Zylo Sweet in £371 for 325 g or £5.81 for 600 grams trade + VATRegards Chris

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

............................................

[Guest guest]

Absolutely correct Ann & Rob !- but just to add abit - it is the fact that it has a 5-carbon as opposed to the 6-carbon (true sugar) structure that prohibits it from feeding decay-causing mouth bacteria. Studies have shown it may reverse dental decay because of the alkaline pH it forms. It was, I gather discovered back in the 80s in Europe and is found mainly in plums, raspberries and, randomly, cauliflower, as well as some woods like birch. We all eat at least 3 grams daily anyway. The low GI (7 as opposed to sugar's 68) prevents peaks & troughs so no sugar carvings plus its only 9.5 calories per teaspoon to sugar's nearly 16 calories. As its absorbed so much more slowly its also better for diabetics - xylitol use is actively encouraged in Finland, Germany, Switzerland and Russia as less insulin is needed to keep blood sugar optimum. Also, ENT bacteria are inhibited by its use - one study showed 40% reduction of ear infections in children who either chewed xylitol gum or had it in drinks. 6-12 g daily is regarded as optimum - for sweetening tea, baking - but not bread as it can't raise yeast - or as a mouthwash! and son - Enjoy!

Best wishes Chris

Picky Eater

My 7-year old son is a very, very picky eater and it is to the point

that it bothers me very much. The ONLY meat he will eat is grilled

white chicken breast. Absolutely no beef or our favorite venison.

He will eat grapes, bananas, and apples. That's it for fruits. He

will eat NO vegetables. He likes homemade bread from ground wheat.

No red sauce on pasta but does like pesto pasta. (Don't ask me how

that happened!?) He likes pancakes which I make as healthy as I can

with freshly ground grain, almond milk, finely chopped walnuts,

etc. But then puts syrup on them and won't eat them plain like I

do. I hate to say but he mainly lives on cereal! Since I have had

such a terrible time with him I have determined to at least buy

organic cereals as much as I can but because they are so expensive I

also buy non-organic cereals that he'll eat that have the least

amount of sugar in them like cheerios and rice krispies. He really

has a sweet tooth and I'd LOVE for him to eat veggies and more

fruits but he refuses. He is a very obedient child but just will

not eat so many of the healthy things I want him to. I thought I'd

throw this out to get some opinions on how I might work with him on

the machine to change any of these eating habits?? Has anyone every

done anything like this? And please don't suggest I force him to

eat other things because I won't do that....he'd go forever and not

touch meat or veggies at this point. I keep thinking "this too

shall pass" but after 7 years I getting despaired. I thought about

inverting sugar on the tray but not sure how to do it or if that

would work.

I tested him on the SCIO tonight and his scores are surprisingly

good so I'm not sure what to do.

Thanks ahead of time!

Concerned mom,

............................................

[Guest guest]

—

I would 2nd what Nagla is saying. Your daughter actually sounds like the

perfect candidate for the GFCF diet. The ones who respond really well

usually are veeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeery picky eaters, and all the foods that

they self restrict to are those that contain a LOT of milk/cheese and

gluten—which from your description—exactly what your daughter is doing. She

may also have candida if she has a real sweet tooth.

My son would vomit on me rather than eat meat when he was 4—and I found out

during the course of treating his food issues (a LOT of allergies, some

enzyme issues, some candida issues. . . .) that it had to do with not having

the enzymes to break down fat properly. Now he eats every kind of meat and

a much wider range of vegetables (even branching out into lettuce!!). It’s

been a slow process, but we gained so much by putting him on the diet, that

it was worth the trouble.

HYPERLINK

" http://gfcf-diet.talkaboutcuringautism.org/ " http://gfcf-diet.talkaboutcurin

gautism.org/

is a great place to start learning about the diet as is HYPERLINK

" http://www.autismndi.com/ " http://www.autismndi.com/

a great chat group is the gfcfrecipes group.

Even if you decide not to go with the diet. . . .you should at least check

with a feeding specialist and a nutritionist. She can’t possibly be getting

a balanced input of nutrients with what she’s eating.

Hope this helps,

S

HYPERLINK

" http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Texas-Autism-Advocacy/message/56222;_ylc=X3oD

MTJxODliaWN1BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzI0NTE4MgRncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjE2MTYEbXNn

SWQDNTYyMjIEc2VjA2Rtc2cEc2xrA3Ztc2cEc3RpbWUDMTIxNzIzNDY5MA-- " Re: picky eater

Posted by: " asccnagla " HYPERLINK

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x.rr.com HYPERLINK " http://profiles.yahoo.com/asccnagla " asccnagla

Sun Jul 27, 2008 4:09 pm (PDT)

,

Have you thought about trying a gluten free casein free diet? I know

this sounds more limiting, especially that what the list of food she

is eating is mainly gluten and casein, but my experience with my son

and many other kids who go on the diet shows that after they finish

going through the rough period of starting the diet, they expand

their food choices.

Here are a few tips:

Offer a new food in small quantities every day along with her

preferred foods.

Eat some of the same new food yourself infront of her and encourage

her to try it.

Don't make it a conflict situation, if she doesn't eat it, it's okay.

Keep offering the new food up at least 15 times, be persistant and

don't give up, but be relaxied about it.

Autism One 2007 had an excellent power point on line for nutrition

and Autism by Mathews it's definitely worth looking at:

HYPERLINK

" http://www.autismone.org/download2007.cfm " http://www.autismone.org/download

2007.cfm

Nagla

>

> Hello All

>

> My 4 yr old pdd-nos daughter has been a picky eater since birth.

She

> doesn't eat much meat or vegetables. She has a limited amount of

food

> that she does eat (pb & j, crackers, oatmeal, grilled

> cheese,cheeseburgers and anything sweet). I have sent pb & j

sandwiches

> in her lunch to school everyday but lately she won't eat them. In

the

> past I would take her other foods that she would eat at home but

she

> wouldn't eat them at school so we just sent pb & j with different

sides.

> Is anyone aware of a book with recipes for our kids or any ideas on

how

> i can get her to eat other foods. The school wants me to send

frozen

> foods to feed her if she won't eat the pb & j but the problem is

there

> aren't frozen foods that I have come across that she will eat. It

seem

> like she checks out the food by touching or just looking at it and

then

> if it passes her test she will put it in her mouth and most of the

time

> she ends up sticking out her tongue and spitting the food on the

ground.

>

> Thanks

>

" Here in America we are descended in blood and in spirit

from revolutionists and rebels - men and women

who dare to dissent from accepted doctrine.

As their heirs, may we never confuse honest

dissent with disloyal subversion. "

Dwight D. Eisenhower

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My son is also a very picky eater. I have him try new foods but I have to be careful because he actually gags and throws up sometimes. He seems to prefer milder tasting foods. Salty and crunchy he likes. Anything mushy or too soft he won't eat. Intense flavors like citrus fruits he won't touch.

IT's very hard, but you can't make someone like what they don't like. So I have to make 2 meals for dinner alot.

~ P.

From: deabakcp@... <deabakcp@...>Subject: Re: ( ) Re: family in denial Date: Thursday, June 10, 2010, 2:18 PM

My inlaws constantly harass us about ds eating habits. He only eats peanut butter and a few other things. I have heard for many years how if I had cooked better, or "made" him eat, that he would like more types of food.We only got diagnosis a few months ago. It has helped us so much to know what was going on. We tended to blame ourselves for all of his little quirks.

Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®

From: "jm.smoldt" <jm.smoldt (DOT) com>

Date: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 21:12:37 -0000

< >

Subject: ( ) Re: family in denial

That's too bad she feels that way. My ex's parents have trouble with my son't diagnosis as well. They are all about making suggestions but they don't see him enough to really know what's going on with him. Really I just try to ignore them and be as polite as I can when they say anything.>> I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was. > > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a

lot like me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.> > Miranda>

[Guest guest]

Picky eaters here too - apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags

on fat just like me, and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being

ridiculous, but I said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was

called). My son will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right

amount of salt on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat,

all veges, only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food

sensitivities to some foods he does like (causing " meltdowns " , vomiting and much

more)

Miranda

> >

> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got

official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was.

> >

> > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs

children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to

believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like me (but more

severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.

> >

> > Miranda

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Yes. Tyler is so like this. The only meats he will really eat for us is chicken or turkey, but mild or no flavoring. He doesn't care for potatoes unless they are the bad kind, crunchy fried ones like fries or tots. My BIGGEST struggle is getting enough fiber down him, as he won't eat veggies either and gags horribly on any type of beans. He doesn't like warm cereal too mushy. Doesn't like cold cereal too drippy and messy with milk. So usually he eats waffles for breakfast. I worry about too much of the syrup all of the time, so atleast get the kind without HFCS. I buy the higher fiber waffles and bread for lunch - it's always sandwiches. I did see another post that mentioned when her son got older he became less picky and ate a larger variety of foods, so I am hoping that will happen with

us.

Our 2 year old (NT) is completely different and eats almost EVERYTHING. Veggies, fruit, mushy, messy, you name it. It is how I get Tyler to try food, by him watching Dylan enjoy it. I tell him, just try it, if you don't like it I will get you something different. Somewhat hard to see our older boy learning (in this and other areas) from our younger boy - but it is good for him. They are becoming the best of friends and actually have small conversations now, and hug eachother spontaneously during the day.

Looking into recipes for picky eaters to see what I can get out of them. Even a few new food items prepared differently would be wonderful!

~ P.

From: miranda.flemming <miranda.flemming@...>Subject: ( ) Re: Picky eater Date: Thursday, June 10, 2010, 10:48 PM

Picky eaters here too - apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags on fat just like me, and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being ridiculous, but I said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was called). My son will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right amount of salt on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat, all veges, only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food sensitivities to some foods he does like (causing "meltdowns", vomiting and much more)Miranda> >> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was. > > > > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.> > > > Miranda> >>

[Guest guest]

My son also chews on things, like shirt sleeves and the neck of shirts.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: DeGraff <reneendegraff@...>Date: Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:55:43 -0700 (PDT)< >Subject: Re: ( ) Re: Picky eater I also have a picky eater, he is 8. His current diet consists of chicken nuggets, apples, grapes, plain ruffles potato chips, pretzels, cherries, strawberry jelly sandwiches, fruit by the foots, and potato bread. He primarily eats potato bread, apples and chicken nuggets. His issues we think are linked to sensory issues. One of his OT goals is to try 5 - 8 new foods by touching, blowing on, and licking. He also has an increased need to chew on things (his clothes, stuffed animals, blankets, etc). Do any of your children have this need also? Thanks, From: miranda.flemming <miranda.flemming >Subject: ( ) Re: Picky eater Date: Friday, June 11, 2010, 5:48 AM Picky eaters here too - apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags on fat just like me, and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being ridiculous, but I said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was called). My son will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right amount of salt on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat, all veges, only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food sensitivities to some foods he does like (causing "meltdowns", vomiting and much more)Miranda> >> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was. > > > > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.> > > > Miranda> >>

[Guest guest]

Hopefully, he will eat more things as he gets older.  My 20yo

son, also named Tyler, was very rigid as a child.  Funny thing is I didn’t

really notice this when he was on baby foods – he seemed to eat almost

everything with a few exceptions which really wasn’t different than my two

older children.  But, when he started eating “real†food he had a limited

number of things he would eat – chicken nuggets, hot dogs, fries, corn, rice, mashed

or baked potatoes, etc.  While there are still certain things he won’t eat

(and, hey, I am NT and there are a few things that I won’t eat), you really

wouldn’t ever believe that he used to be a picky eater.

From:

[mailto: ] On

Behalf Of Pruden

Sent: Friday, June 11, 2010 3:57 PM

Subject: Re: ( ) Re: Picky eater

Yes. Tyler is so like this. The only meats he

will really eat for us is chicken or turkey, but mild or no flavoring.

He doesn't care for potatoes unless they are the bad kind, crunchy fried ones

like fries or tots. My BIGGEST struggle is getting enough fiber down

him, as he won't eat veggies either and gags horribly on any type of

beans. He doesn't like warm cereal too mushy. Doesn't like cold

cereal too drippy and messy with milk. So usually he eats waffles for

breakfast. I worry about too much of the syrup all of the time, so

atleast get the kind without HFCS. I buy the higher fiber waffles and

bread for lunch - it's always sandwiches. I did see another post that

mentioned when her son got older he became less picky and ate a larger

variety of foods, so I am hoping that will happen with us.

Our 2 year old (NT) is completely different and eats

almost EVERYTHING. Veggies, fruit, mushy, messy, you name it. It

is how I get Tyler to try food, by him watching Dylan enjoy it. I tell

him, just try it, if you don't like it I will get you something

different. Somewhat hard to see our older boy learning (in this and

other areas) from our younger boy - but it is good for him. They are

becoming the best of friends and actually have small conversations now, and

hug eachother spontaneously during the day.

Looking into recipes for picky eaters to see what I can

get out of them. Even a few new food items prepared differently would

be wonderful!

~ P.

From: miranda.flemming <miranda.flemming@...>

Subject: ( ) Re: Picky eater

Date: Thursday, June 10, 2010, 10:48 PM

Picky eaters here too -

apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags on fat just like me,

and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being ridiculous, but I

said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was called). My son

will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right amount of salt

on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat, all veges,

only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food sensitivities

to some foods he does like (causing " meltdowns " , vomiting and much

more)

Miranda

> >

> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently

got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what

it was.

> >

> > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with

special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she

doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like

me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our

lives.

> >

> > Miranda

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Yes, I have a picky eater too. Very limited in his foods. He doesn't like the look or smell of many foods, and really can't stand to sit next to someone else eating spaghetti or chili, for example.He also chews on the necks or sleeves of his shirts. I guess that is pretty common.SuzanneSent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: deabakcp@...Date: Sat, 12 Jun 2010 14:35:46 +0000< >Subject: Re: ( ) Re: Picky eater

My son also chews on things, like shirt sleeves and the neck of shirts.Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®From: DeGraff <reneendegraff >Date: Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:55:43 -0700 (PDT)< >Subject: Re: ( ) Re: Picky eater I also have a picky eater, he is 8. His current diet consists of chicken nuggets, apples, grapes, plain ruffles potato chips, pretzels, cherries, strawberry jelly sandwiches, fruit by the foots, and potato bread. He primarily eats potato bread, apples and chicken nuggets. His issues we think are linked to sensory issues. One of his OT goals is to try 5 - 8 new foods by touching, blowing on, and licking. He also has an increased need to chew on things (his clothes, stuffed animals, blankets, etc). Do any of your children have this need also? Thanks, From: miranda.flemming <miranda.flemming >Subject: ( ) Re: Picky eater Date: Friday, June 11, 2010, 5:48 AM Picky eaters here too - apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags on fat just like me, and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being ridiculous, but I said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was called). My son will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right amount of salt on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat, all veges, only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food sensitivities to some foods he does like (causing "meltdowns", vomiting and much more)Miranda> >> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was. > > > > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.> > > > Miranda> >>

[Guest guest]

My son was and still is a picky eater to a degree...he is 14 now. As a baby he would not eat anything mushy like mashed potatoes, youghrt, cottage cheese. Texture thing. We finally got him to eat baked ham one Easter by saying it was chicken. LOL.

As he got older ...he started trying other foods. He has a few friends who are older than him...and one day he came home and said he had a Big Mac with everything but mayo and onions. Wow!

He had a strange taste...he order a sandwich at subway...Turkey with lettuce, tomatoe, pickles and lots of black olives. The guy making the sandwich just looked at hime. I laughed.

Just take it a day at a time....or meal at a time...give them vitamins and don't worry.

Jan

"In the Midst of Difficulty lies Opportunity" Albert Einstein

From: Pruden <missypruden@...> Sent: Fri, June 11, 2010 4:57:01 PMSubject: Re: ( ) Re: Picky eater

Yes. Tyler is so like this. The only meats he will really eat for us is chicken or turkey, but mild or no flavoring. He doesn't care for potatoes unless they are the bad kind, crunchy fried ones like fries or tots. My BIGGEST struggle is getting enough fiber down him, as he won't eat veggies either and gags horribly on any type of beans. He doesn't like warm cereal too mushy. Doesn't like cold cereal too drippy and messy with milk. So usually he eats waffles for breakfast. I worry about too much of the syrup all of the time, so atleast get the kind without HFCS. I buy the higher fiber waffles and bread for lunch - it's always sandwiches. I did see another post that mentioned when her son got older he became less picky and ate a larger variety of foods, so I am hoping that will happen with us.

Our 2 year old (NT) is completely different and eats almost EVERYTHING. Veggies, fruit, mushy, messy, you name it. It is how I get Tyler to try food, by him watching Dylan enjoy it. I tell him, just try it, if you don't like it I will get you something different. Somewhat hard to see our older boy learning (in this and other areas) from our younger boy - but it is good for him. They are becoming the best of friends and actually have small conversations now, and hug eachother spontaneously during the day.

Looking into recipes for picky eaters to see what I can get out of them. Even a few new food items prepared differently would be wonderful!

~ P.

From: miranda.flemming <miranda.flemming>Subject: ( ) Re: Picky eater Date: Thursday, June 10, 2010, 10:48 PM

Picky eaters here too - apparently it's because of sensory issues. My son gags on fat just like me, and also potato. At first my hubby thought he was being ridiculous, but I said I understood (this was before I even knew what it was called). My son will occasionally eat a little potato if it has just the right amount of salt on it. He rejects things too sweet, slightly too brown, any fat, all veges, only eats one texture at a time, and to top it off, he has food sensitivities to some foods he does like (causing "meltdowns", vomiting and much more)Miranda> >> > I've known we've had Asperger's for past 2 years, but only recently got official diagnosis. I knew something was odd prior, but didn't know what it was. > > > > My MIL refuses to accept diagnosis. Ironically, she works with special needs children. But family hasn't been close for years - I think she doesn't want to believe it because doesn't like me and my son is a lot like me (but more severe). Is frustrating, but am trying to just get on with our lives.> > > > Miranda> >>

[Guest guest]

Considering the website I found a while back with necklace medallions that AS

kids can safely chew, nibble or fidget with, I'm going to say it's not that

uncommon. I found it while looking for something similar for my son. He would

pull feathers from his jacket to tickle his lip with

>

> I also have a picky eater, he is 8. His current diet consists of chicken

nuggets, apples, grapes, plain ruffles potato chips, pretzels, cherries,

strawberry jelly sandwiches, fruit by the foots, and potato bread. He primarily

eats potato bread, apples and chicken nuggets.

>  

> His issues we think are linked to sensory issues. One of his OT goals is to

try 5 - 8 new foods by touching, blowing on, and licking.

>  

> He also has an increased need to chew on things (his clothes, stuffed animals,

blankets, etc). Do any of your children have this need also?

>  

> Thanks,

>