<>>>So where and how do I start??<>>>

Where you have concerns about celiac disease, definitely have the tests run before you pull gluten. Though the celiac blood test is somewhat unreliable due to the frequency of false negatives, gluten must be in the system in order for the test to be valid; if this test comes back positive, it is definitely positive.

As for implementing the diet this essay may help you get your bearings:
"GFCF Diet: What, Why, How: http://free-mealer.blogspot.com/2008/05/...y-how.html

Another helpful book for those just starting out:
“The Autism & ADHD Diet: A Step-by-Step Guide to Hope and Healing by Living Gluten Free and Casein Free (GFCF) and Other Interventions” by Barrie Silberberg

I started with pulling gluten first, then casein but I encourage new people to start with casein as it leaves the system faster than gluten and often positive changes can be seen within a week or two. I sat down and wrote out a menu for a week then looked for ways to make it legal. As the week progressed I made more and more ingredients "legal". This period of change can be a difficult time as some children experience food rejection, withdrawal reactions and can regress in behavior. While difficult, withdrawal/regression is actually a good sign and confirmation you are on the right track. (Not all children experience regression/withdrawal) You should be encouraged to stick with your decision and see it through to the end. It will be helpful for you if you can figure out a way to keep a food journal. Note the foods and time given and any reactions and times of the reactions and any other noteworthy physical or emotional changes. Over time you should be able to note connections to foods if there are any to be found.

Where you have removed most box mixes, you are already a jump ahead. It's helpful to think 'basic meals': meat, veg, fruit, starch with your starch being either potatoes or legal grains: millet, rice, quinoa, buckwheat/kasha, teff, corn. There are mixes out there for most any of the breads and breakfast foods and there are frozen breads/pastries/pizza doughs. These are more expensive than their wheat counterparts so don't do bulk buys until you know for sure your children like them and do not react to them.

Oh Boy! There is more to say about how to start, but it could be overwhelming so be sure to ask questions when you have them... Think of this transition as a process rather than something that has to be done in a day. You'll have good days and bad days but ultimately you should see progress.

Anna in MD