**UPDate**

Last week we were given the results of Christian's blood work. They reveled that he is allergic to the following:

Turkey
Sesame Seeds
Oranges
Grapefruits
Yogurt
Cottage Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
Cow's Milk
Swiss Cheese
Casein
Whey
Egg whites

Since his tests revealed pretty much mostly dairy we are on a dairy restriction diet for two months at least (among the other foods). Yogurt was his highest followed by cottage cheese and Swiss cheese. We are repairing his intestines with a Glutamine powder twice a day and hoping that he will be able to add back some items listed above in small doses.

This whole process has really opened my eyes to how food sensitivities can really inhibit your moods and overall health. How the doctor explained it to me was his intestinal wall has been destroyed by these foods, therefore, allowing toxins and bacterial to enter his blood stream. This can cause depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, etc. I am looking forward to reporting back with some good news. It has been difficult to find non dairy/egg products down here without traveling 2 hours to Atlanta. So far the commissary has been the most helpful place to shop. We have discovered that Coconut milk is bland but Almond milk is pretty yummy. We did find some coconut milk ice cream. I also found a chocolate chip cookie recipe if I can get my hands on some dairy free chocolate chips. My grocery bill however has been a lot cheaper without buying so much dairy.

Keep us in your prayers especially when you are sitting down for your nightly meal.