Well, I've finally admitted defeat in the quest to determine what Kip is allergic to/can't digest. I've cut out all the major (and some minor) allergens for over 8 weeks and it's not making any difference. Her symptoms come and go randomly, just like Gus' did. It's been mentally and emotionally exhausting, not to mention expensive. So I've decided to go on a rotation diet instead. The idea is to rotate your diet so that you only eat certain things every 4 days. I've decided to try and spread it out even more at first (every 8 days) so that if she is allergic to something, she won't be exposed to it as often.
This is taking a lot of planning ahead of time, but it has been SO wonderful to be able to eat "forbidden" foods again, sparingly:) And so far (this is day 4), I haven't noticed any change for the worse in Kip's symptoms.
We'll keep plugging away and trusting in the Great Physician.
2 comments:
She's so worth it, isn't she? You're doing a great job, Amy, I'm really impressed with your perseverance!
sorry it's been so hard. she sure is beautiful though. how old was gus when he seemed to get over it? i hope it doesn't go on too much longer.
i'll be in town march 11-13 if you're gonna be around.
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