> >The enriched version of RICE DREAM has as much essential calcium and
> vitamins A & D as
> >cow's milk.
> >
> >Your turn . . . Joe
> >
>
> Thanks Joe, I can say I learned something today!! But boy am I ever shocked
> <g> that my nutritionist was wrong!!
>
> Keep the Faith ;-)
>
> Rita

The enriched version of Rice Dream is only a couple of years old, some people
still don't know about it.  The regular original kind really doesn't have much
nutrition.  It doesn't come close to the protein and fat found in cow's (or goat's,
or even soy) milk.  That's why it's not appropriate for infants, and except for
the calcium, A & D, doesn't give much to toddlers either, who need protein and
fat in their diet.

Also,
>
> Hi Kathy,
>
>  Thanks for the reply. Its good to know we are not alone. I am struck
> however with amazement at how much what you are going through right now is
> like what I went through when Zack was 5 months. I had tried to eliminate
> all milk from my diet and yet he still vomitted. What I wanted to ask is are
> you absolutely sure you are avoiding ALL dairy? I am very knowlegeable about
> allergies now as I have had to educate myself so I can keep my son alive.
> But I sure wasnt then and I know for a fact that I still unknowingly
> consumed dairy products while I was nursing.

I'd like to second this idea - although if you're on this list you're ahead
of where I was when nursing Alyssa and trying to get rid of her excema, colic
and spitting.  I had no idea dairy could be hidden in so many foods.  I "eliminated"
obvious dairy with little response... "next time" I'll know more, and likely go
dairy/egg/peanut free while nursing just in case!  I already do this at home, just
because life is easier since Alyssa eats that way.  But, I still eat out and lunch
in the cafeteria without concern for allergens...

Laurie
(and still allergic Alyssa, almost 3 now, and not outgrowing anything except shoes!)