Whole foods | Gluten-free | Dairy-free | Soy-free | Additive-free
I always enjoyed art class more than science class. Then, as a mom, I found myself learning about neurotransmitters and inflammation to help my youngest daughter with her medical needs. Speaking only for her situation, one tool in our toolbox that helped with her symptoms was a certain diet: the Reduced Excitatory Inflammatory Diet (REID).
Less of a diet and more of a food lifestyle, REID recognizes that every gut is different, even within families. Getting a picky kiddo on board with this lifestyle (as well as other family members already used to a certain menu) required more of my creative side, and I took a lot of notes. While I may not be able to help with the science, I can share my notes - along with the help of my oldest daughter who can brilliantly bring Brevi, Fenn, and Molly to life.
I absolutely know your situation is different than mine, but I hope this website can be a resource to help you and your family with food ideas and tips for practical implementation.
I always enjoyed art class more than science class. Then, as a mom, I found myself learning about neurotransmitters and inflammation to help my youngest daughter with her medical needs. Speaking only for her situation, one tool in our toolbox that helped with her symptoms was a certain diet: the Reduced Excitatory Inflammatory Diet (REID).
Less of a diet and more of a food lifestyle, REID recognizes that every gut is different, even within families. Getting a picky kiddo on board with this lifestyle (as well as other family members already used to a certain menu) required more of my creative side, and I took a lot of notes. While I may not be able to help with the science, I can share my notes, along with the help of my oldest daughter who can brilliantly bring Brevi, Fenn, and Molly to life.
I absolutely know your situation is different than mine, but I hope this website can be a resource to help you and your family with food ideas and tips for practical implementation.
If you're here, we're assuming you're familiar with REID and are just looking for ideas to help incorporate this way of eating into your daily lifestyle. If you're less familiar with the basics, I invite you to check out Molly's Reccommendations page, which includes the website for the creator, Dr. Katherine Reid, PhD (no affiliation). Neither myself or our illustrator have any medical training. Please see the Giant Disclaimer in the footer.
Provide foundational knowledge of foods (especially veggies!).
Variety is key.
Usually referred to as the REID Food Pyramid, its intent is that of most food pyramids - to explain how we build our plate. Again, our focus is not "why REID," but understanding this will help as you consider substitutions for recipes.
Why a volcano? Brevi thought it better suited the true structure of REID. So take a journey with Fenn as he learns about all the biomes while venturing to the exploding top!
All content found on the REID Together website has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. The content is not intended to cure any specific health issue, or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Under no circumstances shall REID together be responsible for damages arising from use of the information provided (including negligence or otherwise).
REID together is independent of Dr. Katie Reid, Unblind My Mind, Inc. or any affiliates. The REID diet is solely used as any other diet name would be discussed.
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