People with autism often are intolerant of gluten (a protein in four types of cereal) & casein (a protein found in animal's milk). There are many testaments to the benefits for such people of a diet that excludes gluten casein monosodium glutamate & aspartame & these persuaded Marilyn Le Breton to put her autistic son Jack on the diet. This is the book that Marilyn wishes had been available to her when she first did so. In it she explains what the diet is all about & how it works what foods can form part of the diet & what should be excluded. She addresses frequently asked questions & misconceptions such as ' Is the diet too difficult & time-consuming? How strictly do I need to adhere to it? Is the diet expensive to implement?' & gives practical advice on basic equipment & ingredients what to expect when your child starts the diet how to adapt family meals & how to minimise cross-contamination in the kitchen. The book

Includes:: a wide selection of recipes an extensive list of addresses & websites of suppliers of foodstuffs in the UK & suggestions for finding out more information. It is the first book of its kind to be written specifically for those living in the UK. Marilyn's own experience & sensible approach ensure that this book will be invaluable for any parent of a child with autism or any adult considering embarking on the diet.

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Around 40 nutrients are considered in detail in this report from the Committee on Medical Aspects of Food Policy (COMA). Sources include much published information contributions from independent experts & the reports of four expert Working Groups. The committee has introduced values other than RDIs (Recommended Daily Intakes) & RNIs (Reference Nutrient Intakes) as the members concluded that for most of the population the RNI or RDA values represent substantially more than is required for health. The extra values used in this report will provide more detailed guidance & will be particularly useful in the interpretation of dietary surveys. ...

The computer age has arrived a century ahead of time with Charles Babbages perfection of his Analytical Engine. The Industrial Revolution supercharged by the development of steam-driven cybernetic Engines is in full & drastic swing. Great Britain with her calculating-cannons steam dreadnoughts machine-guns & information technology prepares to better the worlds lot.. . ...

Kenneth Mac Millans ballets are in constant demand by world-famous companies particularly Romeo & Juliet Manon & Mayerling. However Mac Millan was tormented by an acute sense of being an outsider & often at odds with the institutions in which he worked. A real-life Billy Elliot from a Scottish working class family Mac Millan demonstrated a prodigious talent for dancing from an early age. Following the premature death of his mother the young Mac Millan sought an escape & despite his fathers disapproval secured a place at Sadlers Wells. Paradoxically he found himself crippled by stage-fright during the height of his professional career leaving him with only one option
- choreography. He went on to produce ballets which defied convention & became renowned for challenging audiences. Despite criticism Mac Millan achieved international acclaim becoming artistic director of both the Berlin Ballet & the Royal Ballet. On a personal level he found unexpected happiness with his wife & daughter in the later stages of his life making it all the more tragic when he died suddenly at the age of 62. This stunning biography reveals a complex artist who fiercely guarded his own privacy whilst his ballets communicated his darkest & most intimate thoughts.
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Different Every Night" is the culmination of a lifetime of work in the theatre the most complete rehearsal methodology in print since Stanislavsky. It offers a vital masterclass for actors & directors full of sound practical advice & guidance & is packed with techniques for bringing the text to life & keeping it alive
- both in rehearsal & performance."
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Written by a leading expert in the field this comprehensive reference text enables users to properly screen for medical disease to make an informed differential diagnosis. The goal of this text is to teach the Physical Therapist how to determine if the patient has a true neuromuscular or musculoskeletal problem & to determine the specific dysfunction or impairment. This new edition

Includes:: a chapter that focuses specifically on pain. It also contains a new chapter on physical assessment as a screening tool & the introductory chapter has been revised to explain the more modern approach of screening.

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Used in undergraduate classrooms across the USA this is a clearly written rigorous introduction to differential equations & their applications. Fully understandable to students who have had one year of calculus this book distinguishes itself from other differential equations texts through its engaging application of the subject matter to interesting scenarios. This fourth edition incorporates earlier introductory material on bifurcation theory & adds a new chapter on Sturm-Liouville boundary value problems. Computer programs in C Pascal & Fortran are presented throughout the text to show readers how to apply differential equations towards quantitative problems. ...

The fun & easy way to understand & solve complex equations Many of the fundamental laws of physics chemistry biology & economics can be formulated as differential equations. This plain-English guide explores the many applications of this mathematical tool & shows how differential equations can help us understand the world around us. Differential Equations For Dummies is the perfect companion for a college differential equations course & is an ideal supplemental resource for other calculus classes as well as science & engineering courses. It offers step-by-step techniques practical tips numerous exercises & clear concise examples to help readers improve their differential equation-solving skills & boost their test scores. ...

This book help students lead with their strengths & gain a deeper understanding of concepts! This updated edition of the bestseller demonstrates how to optimize learning by using strategies that address students social//emotional cognitive & physical learning needs. The second edition offers current research on memory graphic organizers & new charts to help implement differentiated strategies & also covers: how the brain processes stores & retains information; pre-assessment strategies for each learning style; Reflect & Connect" questions to help teachers evaluate their current classroom practice; text boxes that highlight contents of each chapter; & Learning & memory tips for students." ...

The Difficult Horse" provides many insights as to why a horse may develop unwanted behaviours. Problem behaviour is usually more of a problem for the handler than the horse which is likely to have established patterns of behaviour as a way of helping himself feel safe in situations he finds mentally and/or physically stressful. As well as explaining the reasons for a horses reactive & sometimes dangerous responses this book suggests a number of practical exercises that can help to address a wide range of commonly encountered issues. Even if you consider your horse to be problem-free these exercises will still be invaluable in helping you & your horse to develop a closer more pleasurable & successful relationship." ...