Are these recipes truly gluten-free and casein-free?

Yes. Every recipe uses naturally GFCF ingredients such as millets, rice, dal, coconut milk and dairy-free alternatives, with no wheat, gluten or cow's milk casein. Always double-check packaged ingredients like stock cubes or ready-made spice mixes for hidden gluten or dairy.

My child rejects new foods immediately. Where should I start?

Start with the recipe closest to a food your child already eats. Introduce one new recipe per week alongside familiar foods, without pressure to finish the plate.

Can I substitute ingredients for other allergies?

Most recipes are flexible: swap coconut milk for oat milk, or swap one millet for another. For multiple allergies, work with a paediatric nutritionist to keep the diet nutritionally complete.

How long should we stay on the GFCF diet before judging results?

Most clinicians recommend at least 8 weeks of strict, consistent elimination before assessing behavioural or digestive changes. Track a simple food-behaviour diary throughout.

Best Indian Recipes for Autism: 15 GFCF-Friendly Meals Your Child Will Actually Eat

Dietician Neha Rai
May 14
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