We Band of Mothers: Autism My Son & the Specific Carbohydrate Diet

This book falls into the category of books you don't want to put down until you have finished. If you have been touched by autism you will get the serious goose bump effect. However, you don't have to have autism in your life to appreciate the usefulness of this book. All children could benefit from what Judy has learned through treating her son's autism. This is the only book out there that explains the benefits of SCD specific to autism. You will hear first hand accounts from Judy as well as other mothers. This is coupled with comprehensive information Dr. Sidney Baker adding the medical perspective. This book is a perfect compliment of human experience and useful scientific information. It also provides the much needed "how to" information regarding SCD. This book is too important not to read!

I found this book to be highly illuminating and relevant for our times, when so many children--and their parents--are suffering in what is truly an "autism epidemic". Many children might benefit from the diet Judy Chinitz discusses in this book, if only more people knew about it. The way the author combines information on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet with personal narrative makes it a suprisingly good read. Today I googled the author and discovered that she has a website, [....]

The reality of what this author, Judy Chinitz, has proclaimed can not be underestimated. As a 32 year veteran teacher, I was always well aware of the link between diet and behavior. (The popular hot dog lunches were the worst!) The claim made by the author, and backed by Dr. Baker and the cited case studies, can not and should not be ignored. This is a sad story; but at the same time, it is wonderful, insightful and informative. I recommend that it be read by all parents ---- not just those that have children with autism.

As a consultant in autism nutrition, I have found this book to be an excellent resource for parents of children on the autism spectrum who want to start the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. It is wonderful to have a book written by a parent who has been there. Judy lets you know what to expect and how to get through the rough patches. Invaluable. I would not hesitate in recommending "We Band of Mothers".

One mother's battle to rescue her son from autism-induced pain by introducing a special diet to the boy. The commentary sheds light on the situation and the details of the diet will prove to be of great value to parents facing similar problems.