Can an Allergy to Milk Damage Your Brain?

When we weren't quite certain what was "wrong" with Jared a couple years ago, I changed his diet. He was on all organic, natural foods and vitamins/supplements. There were occasional signs of improvement, but nothing seemed to stick. He has been on various medications most of his life, due to his season allergies. I wish there was some sort of "miracle vitamin" or food that I've been missing. I wish there was some answer to help him not get sick so often (mostly head/congestion).  I recently learned that food allergies can affect the brain by hindering it from performing or functioning optimally. I guess I figured that food allergies would present in a way that I could physically see. I never realized that if my child was allergic to dairy, wheat, corn or sugar, it could merely manifest as non-functioning neurology!

It's obvious that nutrition plays a huge part in brain function. Jared has been on liquid Omega 3 and DHA since his first birthday. He loves fruits and vegetables. He takes vitamins and nutrients. But, even with all this home schooling and cognitive therapy, he doesn't seem to be taking leaps and bounds forward. Maybe I've got to revamp his entire diet again? How do I tell him that his favorite snack, carrots and Ranch dressing can't be consumed anymore?

There are sooooo many "best brain foods" articles on the Internet. It's ridiculous. You'd think there would be some commonalities among them. Blueberries seem to be on most of the lists. What else? Some have eggs. Some have green tea, lemons and nuts. I've got a lot more research to do, and Jared has a lot more blueberries to eat! 

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV)