Children need different amounts and types of food than adults or adolescents do. Some parents think that it is not possible to meet the nutritional needs of a child, while adhering to the guidelines of the Candida diet. In actuality, it is no more difficult to devise an effective and appropriate meal plan for a child than it is for anyone with special dietary needs. In many cases, it may actually be easier to arrange appropriate food for a child on the Candida diet than it is for an adult, because they may not have as many ingrained food preferences that are already part of their personalities.
It is very important to remember that in addition to the need for increased protein and calcium, it is usually necessary to account for their needs for levels of fat that are specific to their age and growth needs. The age of the child and their existing diet will have a significant impact on how long it takes to see an optimum result. It is strongly recommended that you seek the advice of your Pediatrician before you make any significant changes. It is also a good idea to remember that if your child is still receiving any amount of breast milk, it may be necessary for the mom to go on the Candida diet as well, even if the mom has no symptoms of Candida overgrowth. …