DIET IMPLEMENTATION VS Beyond a GFCF Diet

Making Changes Develop a new routine  Monday bone broth  Saturday meatloaf  Sunday special breads, crackers Use aids: crock pot, bread machine Learn to cook without processed foods Share family meals

Consider Your Child Allergies, intolerances Rotation diet, SCD, GFCF, more Likes and dislikes Picky eaters  Textures  Smell, taste, visual Adapt and modify favorite foods Create safe environment

Strategies for Success Prepare a written meal plan  Consider family needs  Picky eaters  Adapt family favorites  Develop a grocery list  Know what you need  Locate hard to find ingredients

Sample Meal Plan BreakfastLunchDinner Scrambled eggs and bacon Sautéed spinach Lamb kofta Cultured veggies Turkey Meatloaf Mashed sweet potatoes Sautéed broccoli Blueberry smoothie Turkey patty Black Bean Chili Mole Almond crackers Beef Pot Roast with beets and celery root Chicken apple sausage Sweet potato patties Fresh fruit Oven “fried” chicken fingers with dipping sauce Steamed green beans Tuscan Chicken Pasta with sautéed zucchini or kale Snacks: Remember to include protein, carb and fat. Sliced apple or pear with nut/seed butter; Hummus and raw veggies; almonds or other nut/seed and unsweetened applesauce; trail mix, smoothie, coconut date balls

Overcome the Obstacles Cost too much!  Improves with meal planning  Pay now or pay later Too hard  Change your focus, support groups  Cookbooks and magazines for inspiration

Stick to it! Make a commitment Reevaluate and adjust Meet with a diet counselor/food coach if you need assistance Food Matters! You are what you eat.