'Real Housewife' Emily Simpson: I Thought My Son Would 'Starve to Death'
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Luke's diagnosis of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) affects his eating habits severely. His aversions restrict him to few bland foods, primarily white foods like turkey, rice, and fries. A family cruise highlighted his condition, as he refused to eat anything available. Panic set in as Luke's food limitations became apparent, leading to professional help. His sensory sensitivities to color, texture, and smell severely limit his dietary choices, making routine outings and meals challenging. To ensure he eats, preparations must be made for any social settings he encounters.
Luke's aversion to food includes a fear of colors, textures, and smells, restricting him to a very limited diet of bland, white foods such as turkey and fries.
On a cruise, Luke's refusal to eat anything but French fries made it clear that his issues extended beyond picky eating, indicating a serious need for help.
Read at TODAY.com
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