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Andrea Raab - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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inorganic arsenic levels in Rice Milk exceed eu and us drinking water standards
Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 2008Co-Authors: Andrew A Meharg, Claire Deacon, Robert C J Campbell, Annemarie Carey, Paul N Williams, Joerg Feldmann, Andrea RaabAbstract:Under EU legislation, total arsenic levels in drinking water should not exceed 10 μg l−1, while in the US this figure is set at 10 μg l−1 inorganic arsenic. All Rice Milk samples analysed in a supermarket survey (n = 19) would fail the EU limit with up to 3 times this concentration recorded, while out of the subset that had arsenic species determined (n = 15), 80% had inorganic arsenic levels above 10 μg l−1, with the remaining 3 samples approaching this value. It is a point for discussion whether Rice Milk is seen as a water substitute or as a food, there are no EU or US food standards highlighting the disparity between water and food regulations in this respect.
Elio Novembre - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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a kwashiorkor case due to the use of an exclusive Rice Milk diet to treat atopic dermatitis
Nutrition Journal, 2015Co-Authors: Francesca Mori, Daniele Serranti, Simona Barni, Neri Pucci, M E Rossi, Maurizio De Martino, Elio NovembreAbstract:Although several cases of severe hypoalbuminemia resulting from Rice Milk have been described in the past, today the use of Rice Milk without nutritional counseling to treat eczema is still a continuing, poor practice. We describe a kwashiorkor case in an infant with severe eczema exclusively fed with Rice Milk. It is well documented that Rice Milk is not a sufficient protein source. Moreover, only a small portion of eczema is triggered by food allergy. In conclusion this case raises the importance of managing dietary changes facing food allergies with responsibility for specialized consensus among pediatricians, nutritionists, endocrinologists and allergists all of them specialist professionals.
Andrew A Meharg - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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inorganic arsenic levels in Rice Milk exceed eu and us drinking water standards
Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 2008Co-Authors: Andrew A Meharg, Claire Deacon, Robert C J Campbell, Annemarie Carey, Paul N Williams, Joerg Feldmann, Andrea RaabAbstract:Under EU legislation, total arsenic levels in drinking water should not exceed 10 μg l−1, while in the US this figure is set at 10 μg l−1 inorganic arsenic. All Rice Milk samples analysed in a supermarket survey (n = 19) would fail the EU limit with up to 3 times this concentration recorded, while out of the subset that had arsenic species determined (n = 15), 80% had inorganic arsenic levels above 10 μg l−1, with the remaining 3 samples approaching this value. It is a point for discussion whether Rice Milk is seen as a water substitute or as a food, there are no EU or US food standards highlighting the disparity between water and food regulations in this respect.
Francesca Mori - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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a kwashiorkor case due to the use of an exclusive Rice Milk diet to treat atopic dermatitis
Nutrition Journal, 2015Co-Authors: Francesca Mori, Daniele Serranti, Simona Barni, Neri Pucci, M E Rossi, Maurizio De Martino, Elio NovembreAbstract:Although several cases of severe hypoalbuminemia resulting from Rice Milk have been described in the past, today the use of Rice Milk without nutritional counseling to treat eczema is still a continuing, poor practice. We describe a kwashiorkor case in an infant with severe eczema exclusively fed with Rice Milk. It is well documented that Rice Milk is not a sufficient protein source. Moreover, only a small portion of eczema is triggered by food allergy. In conclusion this case raises the importance of managing dietary changes facing food allergies with responsibility for specialized consensus among pediatricians, nutritionists, endocrinologists and allergists all of them specialist professionals.
Jan K Buitelaar - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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is there a future for restricted elimination diets in adhd clinical practice
European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 2013Co-Authors: Nanda Rommelse, Jan K BuitelaarAbstract:Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention, impulsive behavior and hyperactivity [1]. The disorder affects about 5 % of all children and adolescents [2], and generally manifests itself before the age of seven years. Children and adolescents with ADHD often have other psychiatric and developmental problems such as oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder (CD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), specific learning disorders like dyslexia and dyscalculia, developmental motor coordination disorder (DCD), and anxiety and mood disorders. Though ADHD is classified as a childhood disorder, a large proportion of individuals will continue to exhibit symptoms into adolescence and adulthood [3]. This places them at high risk of social and economic disadvantage in the course of the lifespan and puts a large strain on social and healthcare services. Studies in twins and adopted children indicate that genetic factors play an important role in the etiology of ADHD [4]. However, the role of environmental factors contributing to childrens’ vulnerability to develop ADHD should not be ignored [5]. One of the relevant environmental factors seems to be food. There is a growing awareness that food may play a role in determining not only our physical well-being, but also our behaviour and cognitive functioning [6–8]. The role of food in ADHD has been investigated since 1985 in several restricted elimination diet (RED) studies. A restricted elimination diet is commonly used to identify food intolerance and involves a temporary (2–5 weeks) total change of diet, in which the patient is only allowed to eat a few different hypoallergenic foods (including Rice, turkey, lettuce, pears, and water) [9–17]. The rationale for this diet is that a patient may show adverse reactions to any foods. Although various forms of restricted elimination diets have been designed and applied in ADHD patients, and modest to substantial behavioural improvements have been observed. Further research into the relationship between food and behaviour is therefore recommended by the National Institutes of Health in the USA [18]. In the Netherlands, three randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have been conducted over the last 10 years [13–15]. The elimination diet applied in these studies is based on the few foods diet, but is somewhat more extensive: Rice, turkey, lamb, a range of vegetables, pear, Rice Milk with added calcium and water. This basis is complemented with potatoes, fruits, corn, some sweets and wheat, allowed in limited doses twice a week. Vegetables, fruits, Rice and meat are allowed every day, in normal doses. Occasionally, the diet will be varied to avoid foods for which the child has a particular craving or dislike. The first phase (elimination phase) covers 5 weeks, the second phase (reintroduction phase) may last up to 1.5 years and only includes children who respond to the first phase with a significant (40 %) reduction in ADHD symptoms. During the reintroduction phase, parents see a dietician every 1–2 weeks to identify foods that trigger ADHD symptoms in their child. Eventually this phase leads to a consolidated dietary advice about the specific foods to be avoided. On average, this concerns three to five foods. These studies showed that this elimination diet may be effective in about 60 % of the children and may also significantly reduce comorbid oppositional defiant disorder symptoms as well as physical complaints, such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headaches, eczema, or asthma. The latest conducted Dutch RCT applying a RED was published in The Lancet [15] and was both applauded as N. Rommelse (&) J. Buitelaar Nijmegen, Netherlands e-mail: N.Lambregts-Rommelse@psy.umcn.nl
