Back on the Low Salicylates Wagon...

I know without a doubt that Will has a sensitivity to foods high in salicylates.

I slacked. How can a mother deny their kid APPLES, and GRAPES, and CAULIFLOWER, and CINNAMON and KETCHUP? Or tomatoes in general for that matter? Or about 20 other fruits that are on the list? Do you know how SICK of bananas my kids are? And the fact that Will is an eating machine and loves all fruit. And lets not discuss the spices. Cumin is a standard in this house. Was.

Will has had 3 asthmatic related incidents that have required breathing treatments, and once again tonight he is labored in his breathing. He also has complained that his foot is hurting. I feared it was the foot he broke a couple years ago but now I believe its because its probably a little swollen, from the salicylates.

Now lets think about this. Each of these breathing problems have occured around Christmas. We aren't eating our regular diet around Christmas - lots of travel, more preservatives eaten then we normally would if at home. Also, I end up buying more apples this time of year because they are one of the cheaper fruits. More internet research and all the pieces of the mystery puzzle fit together...


http://www.webmd.com/content/article/61/67475
Allergies:
Salicylate Allergy

Salicylates are chemicals found naturally in plants and are a major ingredient of aspirin and other pain-relieving medications. They are also found in many fruits and vegetables, as well as many common health and beauty products.

What Are the Symptoms?

Some people have a low level of tolerance to salicylates and may have reactions if more than a small amount is consumed at one time. Symptoms of salicylate sensitivity vary but may include:

Asthma-like symptoms, such as trouble breathing and wheezing
Headaches
Nasal congestion
Changes in skin color
Itching, skin rash or hives
Swelling of the hands, feet and face
Stomach pain