And milk and plain yogurt if not lactose intolerant. Emphasize that they will have an improved sense of well being . Young children should become involved with their own treatment. This helps empower them and improves compliance. My book, Celiac Disease And the Right Food Choices, offers positive suggestions for helping children live gluten free.
Adolescents often become asymptomatic and stray from the diet.
Do not try to instill fear in thereby explaining the increased risk of cancer with dietary noncompliance, which may make them rebellious. Get them to have a good rapport with a dietitian with whom they can meet regularly to address challenges based on their individual needs. Gluten free breads, etc. Link them up with a celiac-competent dietitian. and refer them to outside celiac resources such as support groups. If the physician and dietitian work as a team, it is more likely that optimal treatment will be provided.