Ice Cream Ban
Some individuals with autism have milk allergies, but want to enjoy this special treat. How can a person enjoy ice cream if they are allergic to milk and milk products? There are some lactose-free ice-cream substitutes on the market. You can also make some frosty treats at home. The key is to avoid making a big issue over the fact that ice cream is banned, and, instead, to savor the foods that are, indeed, allowed.
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FROZEN GRAPES: Take grapes off the stem, wash them, and put them in a ziplock bag in the freezer. Your friend with autism can pop one or two in their mouth for a healthy, frosty snack on hot summer days.
FRUIT JUICE POPCICLES: Let your friend with autism select two or three of their favorite natural fruit juices. The best choices are 100% juices with no additives. Pour juice in small paper cups, filling over half full. Put a popcicle stick in each cup and pop in freezer overnight. When ready for a snack, pull a yummy fruit popcicle out of the freezer, peel the paper cup off, and enjoy!
SMOOTHIE: Put fresh fruit, fruit juice, a bit of sugar, and a dash of vanilla in a blender, whirring until smooth and creamy. Pour the mixture in a frosty glass and serve with a spoon or a straw. Let your friend with autism pick their favorite fruits for the smoothie. For example, they may like a single fruit, e.g. strawberry or peach, or they may prefer a combination, e.g. strawberry/banana or mango/orange.
TIP FOR THE DAY: If you or a friend with autism is unable to eat ice cream because of food sensitivities or allergies, follow these two steps: (1) avoid making a big issue of a person’s inability to eat ice cream, and (2) introduce some yummy alternatives, again without fanfare about the ban on ice cream. Just introduce some frosty treats, and enjoy!
NOTE TO READERS AND LISTENERS: I am Cathy Knoll, a board certified music therapist and long-time friend of many folks with autism. At FAQautism.com we are committed to providing free, practical, everyday tips for making life better for people with autism. Feel free to send me a confidential email at talk@FAQautism.com with your thoughts or challenging situations or innovative solution. And don’t forget to check out our website for a wealth of ideas and a glimpse into the world of autism. http://FAQautism.com
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