As to the mom whose baby has been diagnosed with colitis--I would have 
to agree with Jenny  that the mom may have misunderstood or just 
assumed that lactose is the culrpit, b/c it is a term people are 
familiar with. No doubt, this is a protein response. I think it is 
essential that this mom understands two things--first that there is 
absolutely evidence that removing the offending food is not only 
helpful but essential--BTW, it is also common sense. Secondly, she 
needs to be evaluated herself, b/c it is rare for a baby to have such a 
response if his mother does not have poor gut helath herself. That's 
how all of those large protein molecules make it into her bloodstream 
in the first place--through her leaky gut. Considering her diet, it is 
no wonder. I have beern working with moms on treating both over and 
undersupply bu healing their own guts--it is a process, but well worth 
it for everyone.

One last note--elimination seems to be the final step for a lot of 
folks, which is why so many moms spend their lives chasing after 
allergens. You MUST heal the gut, It can happen on its own, but that 
can take years if it ever happens--using probiotocs, enzynes and other 
supplements and herbs, as well as adunct therapies in serious cases is 
critical. Someone needs to get through to this mom as to just how 
important her own choices are to this child's long-term health and 
well-being.

Jennifer Tow, IBCLC, CT, USA

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