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Avoiding Casein: The No-No List

There are many foods that contain casein and should be avoided; these include but are not limited to the following:

• Milk, cream and half & half
• Yogurt
• Butter and sour cream
• Cheese (even some soy brands)
• White or milk chocolate
• Ice cream, ice milk and sherbet
• Creamed soups and vegetables
• Soup bases
• Puddings and custards
• Whey

Foods that may contain casein because it has been added as a "bonding agent" include but are not limited to: margarine, tuna fish, dairy-free cheese, artificial flavorings, semi-sweet chocolate, hot dogs, sausage, lunch meats and ghee.

Casein-Free Choices

The benefits of a casein-free diet are not new. As such, many alternatives are now available within the food supply, including:

• Rice, soy or potato-based milks
• Pareve creams and creamers
• Mocha Mix
• Tofutti-brand products
• Sorbet and Italian ices
• Soy ice cream (but not all flavors)
• Soymage cheese
• Coconut butter
• Imagine-brand soups
• Coconut milk

Claudia Anrig, DC, practices in Fresno, Calif., and is on the board of directors of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, an organization that can answer your questions regarding the value of chiropractic care during and after pregnancy.