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Healthy Kids, Happy Moms

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by Sheila Kilbane, MD


  common, xvi

  and dairy intake, 102–6

  inflammatory, identifying, 144

  and nutrition, xvii–xviii

  prevalence of, 6–7

  see also specific conditions

  Chili, Turkey, 214–15

  chocolate

  Chocolate Banana Pudding, 228–29

  Chocolate Sunflower Butter Protein Balls, 227–28

  chronic diseases, xix, 6–7, 40. see also specific diseases

  Cilantro-Mango Detox Green Smoothie, 203

  citric acid allergies/sensitivities, 56

  cleaning products/agents, 40, 41, 195

  Cleveland Clinic, 4, 5

  coconut oil, for smoothies, 201

  coexisting conditions, 20

  cold and flu season, 192

  colic, dairy as trigger for, 106

  condiments

  during Mini Cleanse, 162

  packaged, approved, 230

  constellation of symptoms, 20

  constipation

  case studies, 12–13, 17–18, 30–33, 43–47, 51–54

  and dairy, 30–33, 104–5

  fiber supplements for, 87

  and gluten, 30–33

  as inflammatory illness, 20

  and leaky gut, 36

  magnesium + fiber for, 182–83

  conventional medicine, 23–24

  Cookies, Almond Meal, 226

  cooler bags, 135

  corn allergies/sensitivities, 56

  cow’s milk

  calcium content of, 240

  soy beverage (soy milk) vs., 81–82

  Crispy Chickpeas, 225

  C-sections, 42

  Cumulative Inflammation Roadmap, 119, 190

  curing, healing vs., 128–29

  daily practices, 129, 193–95

  dairy, 93–106

  advertising/marketing of, 94–95

  and bone health, 97–102

  and bone strength, 96–97

  calcium content of, 240

  and childhood illnesses, 102–6

  and constipation, 30–33

  cow’s milk vs. soy milk, 81–82

  dairy allergy, 55–57

  dairy sensitivity, 56–58

  funding for studies of, 95

  lactose intolerance, 57–58

  reintroducing, 156–57, 168

  removing, 154, 155, 163–66, 238–40

  ridding home of, 132

  dairy allergy, 55–57

  dairy sensitivity, 56–58

  Davis, William, 8

  deep breathing, 194

  desserts

  packaged, approved, 231

  recipes for, 226–29

  diet

  anti-inflammatory, xxi–xxii, see also Healthy Kids, Happy Moms (HKHM) program

  and leaky gut, 37

  selective elimination diet, 57, 91

  time for making changes to, 131

  see also food(s); nutrition

  dietary guidelines/standards, 67–71, 93

  for calcium, 97, 238

  for fruits and vegetables, 237

  for magnesium, 247

  for omega-3 fats, 243

  for sugar intake, 236

  for vitamin D, 244

  for zinc, 248

  digestion

  GI tract health, 116–18

  natural ways to improve, 243–48

  digestive enzymes

  benefits of, 178

  dosing guide for, 241–42

  for GI tract health, 117

  in HKHM program, 114, 115, 120–21

  starting, 174, 177–78

  dinners

  during Mini Cleanse, 162

  packaged, approved, 230–31

  recipes for, 213–21

  dirt, playing in, 193

  The Dirt Cure (Shetreat), 193

  Don’t Drink Your Milk (Oski), 102–3

  Doritos, 66

  Down syndrome, 11–13

  drinks

  packaged, approved, 231

  ridding home of, 132

  sugar content of, 236

  drugs. see medications

  dust mite allergy, 22

  ear infections

  case studies, xvii–xviii, 12–13

  dairy as trigger for, 104

  as inflammatory illness, 20

  prevalence of, 6

  Easy Paleo Pancakes, 208

  eczema

  case studies, xvii–xviii, 17–18, 79–82

  dairy as trigger for, 104

  as inflammatory illness, 20

  prevalence of, 6

  EDCs (endocrine disrupting-chemicals), 134, 135

  EE. see eosinophilic esophagitis

  eggs, 133

  allergies/sensitivities to, 56

  Baked Eggs in a Muffin Tin, 206

  Scrambled Eggs and Smashed Potatoes, 208–9

  Scrambled Eggs with Peppers and Microgreens, 209

  electrolyte drink, 231

  Ely, Leanne, 213

  emotional stress, as inflammation trigger, 27, 147

  encopresis (bowel accidents) case study, 43–47

  endocrine disrupting-chemicals (EDCs), 134, 135

  Energy Balls, No-Bake, 226–27

  environment, genetic expression and, 10–14, 108–9

  environmental allergies

  case studies, 17–18, 22

  and histamine release, 58

  as inflammation triggers, 18, 25, 27–28, 146

  testing for, 50–54, 62

  environmental toxins

  as inflammation triggers, 18, 26–28, 146

  microbiome impacted by, 41

  eosinophilic esophagitis (EE), 61, 79, 177–78

  epigenetics, 10–14

  Fasano, Alessio, 42

  fast food, 112–13

  fats

  for children with asthma, 86–87

  healthy, 83–85, see also omega-3 fats

  processed, 74, 84

  and proteins, 90

  from seeds, 91–92

  Feingold, Ben, 72

  The Feingold Diet (Feingold), 72

  fevers case study, 125–29

  fiber, 87–90

  for constipation, 182–83

  high-fiber foods, 237

  from seeds, 91–92

  fiber supplements, 87

  fish

  allergies/sensitivities to, 56

  calcium content of, 240

  Teriyaki Salmon, 221

  5 R approach, 43, 154

  5 Rs of Gut Healing

  case study, 43–47

  using food, 153–71

  using supplements, 153, 155, 172–86

  flavonoids, 89

  flavor enhancers, 162, 201

  flaxseeds, 91–92

  flours, calcium content of, 240

  food(s), 65–77

  artificial dyes and colors in, 65–66, 72–73

  calcium content of, 238–40

  case study, 65–66

  dietary recommendations/standards, 67–71, see also dietary guidelines/standards

  evolution of non-foods, 66–67

  5 Rs of Gut Healing using, 153–71

  and gut health, 31–33

  high-fiber, 237

  and histamine release, 58–59, 61–62

  in HKHM program, 131, see also Healthy Kids, Happy Moms (HKHM) program

  as inflammation triggers, 18, 25, 27–28, 63, 145–46, see also food allergies; food sensitivities

  magnesium in, 247–48

  Mini Cleanse for Kids, 47, 71

  nutrient-rich, see nutrient-rich foods

  with omega-3s, 244

  packaged, 67, 132, 230–31

  preservatives, 65–66

  processed, 41, 73–74, 84, 132

  reintroducing, 156–57, 187–91

  substitutions for, 133

  sugar, 71–72

  to support microbiome, 235

  that cause allergies/sensitivities, 56

  vitamin D in, 245–46


  zinc in, 248

  see also specific foods

  food allergies, 56, 59–60

  dairy, 57

  as inflammation triggers, 145

  most common causes of, 56

  prevalence of, 6

  testing for, 50–57, 60

  food intolerances, 57–58, 61–62, 146

  food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES), 61

  Food Roadmap, 187–89

  food sensitivities, 57, 59–60

  dairy, 57

  gluten, 8–9, 42

  as inflammation triggers, 146

  most common causes of, 56

  prevalence of, 6

  testing for, 47, 57

  food substitutions, 133

  FPIES (food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome), 61

  Fried Rice, Quinoa, 215–16

  Fries, Sweet Potato, 218–19

  fruits

  calcium content of, 239

  daily recommendations for, 237

  fiber from, 88–90, 237

  for GI function, 116

  and nutrients in kids’ diets, 112

  pesticides in, 238

  functional medicine, 185–86

  Gatorade, 66–67

  GDPs (Great Daily Practices), 129, 193–95

  genetics

  epigenetics, 10–14, 108–9

  and illness, 7–9

  GERD (reflux), 20, 105

  gluten

  and celiac disease, 42, 58, 63

  and constipation, 30–33

  enzyme to help break down, 242

  reintroducing, 156–57

  removing, 62, 154–56, 169–71, 238, 240

  Gluten-Free Chicken Fingers, 213

  gluten-free grains/flours, 240

  gluten sensitivity

  and celiac disease, 42

  genetic basis for, 7–8

  grains, 67, 240

  gratitude journal, 194

  Great Daily Practices (GDPs), 129, 193–95

  gut, 30–48

  case studies, 30–33, 43–47

  effect of probiotics and antibiotics on, 234

  as foundation for health, 116–19

  healthy, 38–39

  immune system in, 34–35

  inflammation in, 36–37, 117

  leaky gut, 35–39, 42–47, see also leaky gut

  microbiome of, 40–42, see also microbiome

  proper functioning of, 32–34

  supplements to reestablish normal function in, 113, 114

  trusting your, 4–5

  gut health

  decreasing factors that harm, 149–51

  5 Rs of Gut Healing using food, 153–71

  5 Rs of Gut Healing using supplements, 172–86

  foods’ effects on, 31–33

  and probiotics/antibiotics, 234

  Hallett, Carolyn, 136, 201

  hand sanitizers, 40, 41

  Hansard, Jen, 203

  Harvard School of Public Health, 69–72

  Haynes, 81

  healing

  case study, 125–29

  curing vs., 128–29

  of leaky gut, 43–47

  health

  and dairy intake, 94

  gut as foundation for, 116–19, see also gut health

  of gut microbiome, 235–36

  and sugar, 71–72

  in the United States, xix–xx

  see also Healthy Kids, Happy Moms (HKHM) program

  Healthy Eating Plate, 70–71

  Healthy Kids, Happy Moms (HKHM) program, xxii–xxiii

  Assessment, 142–43

  for asthma sufferers, 86

  during cold and flu season, 192

  Cumulative Inflammation Roadmap, 190

  daily practices, 193–95

  decreasing factors harming gut health, 149–51

  eliminating dairy, 163–68

  estimating contributions of inflammation triggers, 148

  5 R approach in, 43, see also 5 Rs of Gut Healing

  5 Rs of Gut Healing using food, 153–71

  5 Rs of Gut Healing using supplements, 153, 155, 172–86

  Food Roadmap, 187–89

  foods emphasized in, 69, 153–71

  ideal time to start, 131

  identifying inflammatory illnesses, 144

  identifying triggers of inflammation, 145–47

  inappropriate uses of, 7

  length of time for supplementation, 185

  medications during, 157

  Mini Cleanse for Kids, 159–62, 236–40

  overview of, 141

  preparation for, 130–37, 154

  process for, 154–57

  reevaluation with symptom tracker, 169

  reintroducing foods, 187–91

  removing gluten, 170–71

  seeking additional medical support, 185–86

  starting supplements, 163, 172–85

  Supplement Roadmap, 191

  supplements in, 116–18, 120, 121, 163, 172–86

  symptom tracker, 157–58, 233

  heavy metals, as inflammation triggers, 27, 146

  hemp seeds, 91–92

  herbicides, 41

  as inflammation triggers, 27, 146

  and leaky gut, 35

  herbs, calcium content of, 240

  histamine intolerance, 58–59, 61–62, 146

  HKHM program. see Healthy Kids, Happy Moms program

  illness(es)

  ethnic tendencies toward, 9

  and genetic expression, 10–14

  and genetics, 7–9

  and inflammation, 17–19, 20–22, 63

  inflammatory, 20, 104–6, 144, see also specific conditions

  and leaky gut, 37

  and sugar intake, 71–72

  symptoms vs. root of, 23

  see also childhood illnesses; infectious diseases

  immune system, 5–6, 34–35, 192

  infectious diseases

  deaths from, 40

  as inflammation triggers, 18, 26–28, 147

  inflammation, xxii, 16–29

  case study, 21–22, 25–26, 28

  factors contributing to, 17

  and food, 5–6, 63, see also anti-inflammatory diet

  in the gut, 36–37, 117

  and illness, 17–22, 20, 63

  major concepts regarding, 19

  physical signs and symptoms of, 20–24, 142

  from processed foods, 73–74

  triggers of, 25–28, see also triggers of inflammation

  inflammatory illnesses, 20

  identifying, 144

  triggered by dairy, 104–6

  see also specific conditions

  insoluble fiber, 87, 88

  integrative medicine, xxi, 3–15

  considering need for, 156

  finding integrative medical doctors, 186

  genetics and epigenetics, 10–14

  genetics’ effect on illness, 7–9

  with HKHM program, 156, 185–86

  and prevalence of childhood illnesses, 6–7

  intentions, setting, 194

  intestinal permeability. see leaky gut

  iron-deficient anemia, 106

  Jolly Green Smoothie, 204

  kale

  Baked Kale, 223

  Turkey Kale Soup, 219–20

  Katz, David, 97

  keratosis pilaris, 20

  Kid-Approved Zucchini, Squash, and Snap Pea Stir Fry, 216–17

  kidney infections, 4–6

  lactose-free milk, 132

  lactose intolerance, 57–58, 61

  leaky gut

  causes of, 35–36

  and celiac disease, 42

  5 R approach to healing, 43–47

  healthy gut vs., 38–39, 150–51

  illnesses related to, 144

  and inflammation/illnesses, 37

  legume milk, calcium content of, 239

  legumes, 89

  calcium content of, 239

  fiber from, 88, 237


  preparing, 89

  Lentil Tacos, 220–21

  loose stools, as inflammatory illness, 20

  lunches

  during Mini Cleanse, 162

  packaged, approved, 230–31

  recipes for, 213–17

  magnesium

  benefits of, 183

  for bone health, 99, 101, 167

  for constipation, 182–83

  foods high in, 247–48

  gentle forms of, 182

  for GI function and health, 114, 115

  in HKHM program, 120–21

  Magnesium Muffins, 210–11

  Magnesium Muffins–Egg-Free, 211–12

  recommended intake of, 247

  starting, 173, 174, 182

  Magryta, Chris, 10

  meats

  nutrients from, 92

  processed, 74

  protein from, 90

  medical history, 9–11

  medical support, 156, 185–86

  medications, xv, xvi, 24

  and healthy fats, 85

  during HKHM program, 157

  prevalence of, 113

  see also antibiotics

  mental impairments, prevalence of, 7

  microbiome, 40–42

  activities that support, 236

  and artificial sweeteners, 73

  factors impacting, 41–42

  fiber for, 88

  foods that support, 235

  healthy, 116–18

  and leaky gut, 35–36

  Microgreens, Scrambled Eggs with Peppers and, 209

  milk(s)

  advertising/marketing of, 94–95

  animal, 240

  and bone health, 96–97

  Cashew Milk, 205

  lactose-free, 132

  non-dairy, 81–82, 168, 238–39

  see also dairy

  Mini Cleanse for Kids, 47, 71, 236–40

  as foundation for HKHM program, 159–62

  meal suggestions for, 162

  process for, 155

  results from, 154–55

  sugar information, 236

  using symptom tracker with, 157, 163

  molds

  indoor, 53, 82

  as inflammation trigger, 27, 146

  outdoor, 53

  Muffins

  Magnesium Muffins, 210–11

  Magnesium Muffins–Egg-Free, 211–12

  multivitamin mineral (MVM)

  in HKHM program, 114, 115, 120–21

  options for, 235

  starting, 174, 181

  natural cleaning products, 195

  natural personal care products, 195

  naturopathic medicine, 74–76

  nervous system, 55, 123–25

  nitrates, 74

  No-Bake Energy Balls, 226–27

  non-dairy milk, 81–82, 168, 238–39

  non-foods, evolution of, 66–67

  nutrient-rich foods, 78–92

  case study, 79–82

  and cow’s milk vs. soy beverage (soy milk), 81–82

  fats for children with asthma, 86–87

  fiber, 87–90

  healthy fats, 83–85

  protein, 90–91

  seeds, 91–92

  nutrition, xx–xxii

  in childhood illnesses, xvii–xviii

  and conventional medicine, 24

  doctors’ skepticism about, xx

  in naturopathic medicine, 76

 

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