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there's no way of going totally NS at the moment, although he's eating very little starch at school and virtually none at home.




I don't think you son will notice improvment unless he is 100% following the No Starch Diet. Trace amounts can be found in nearly all foods, especially processed. Trace amounts can cause the inflamation to continue. I suggust you help him start a food journal, writing down EVERYTHING he eats, how he feels, etc.

If he still has pain, he may need to give up sugar and dairy for while as well. Here is a link you may find useful.

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/candidasupport/

My daughter decided to become a vegan when she was the same age as your son, thank god she is no longer into that, but I was amazed at her willpower. As soon as your son realized the connection between how he feels and food, it will make it even that much easier for him to avoid the bad foods.

Keep coming back here with your questions, we have all been through the trials and errors of this diet and can help make it easier for you and your son.