IMFAR Update: GFCF Diet Not Beneficial, New Biomarker, 80% Divorce Rate Myth Debunked

[HuckleB]

IMFAR Update: GFCF Diet Not Beneficial, New Biomarker, New Potential Treatment, 80% Divorce Rate Myth Debunked
http://autismsciencefoundation.wordpress.com/2010/05/19/imfar-update-gfcf-diet-not-beneficial-new-biomarker-new-potential-treatment-80-divorce-rate-myth-debunked/

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Dr. Susan Hyman of the University of Rochester reported on her study that shows the gluten free casein free (gfcf) diet does not appear beneficial for children with autism.

“It would have been wonderful for children with autism and their families if we found that the gluten-free, casein-free diet could really help, but this study didn’t show significant benefits,” said Dr. Hyman

“The removal of gluten and casein from the diet of a controlled group of young children with autism did not demonstrate a change in sleep habits, bowel habits, activity or core symptoms of autism,” Hyman said.

Dr. Eric Courchesne of UCSD spoke at the press conference about his study showing a simple brain scan performed in infants and toddlers may be a biomarker for autism leading to early detection and early intervention.

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Good research is being done, despite the distractions of those who want to ignore good research. Yeah!

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[GoneOffShore]

1. Thanks for the post.

And for results of a controlled study.

There will be more, I'm sure.

[Odin2005]

2. IMO the "improvement" is simply from less junk food, nothing to do with Gluten.