This week I performed at Miss NOC and then went into Stillwater for a busy few days.
On Wednesday, I visited Pre-K/Kindergarten at the OSU Child Development Lab where I read a book and had snack time. From there I went to my wonderful OSU Reception where I was officially “welcomed home.” Then it was time for Miss OSU rehearsals!
On Thursday I did an OSU promo shoot in Old Central for an Alumni Ad. I had dinner with the OSU board and judges and was off to emcee Miss OSU.
What a fun few days!
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Not from Oklahoma, but have been and generally follow the MAO through the Guru Message board and eventually the Miss America Pageant.
I think your platform is unusual and interesting, but I have a question. As the mother of a teenager who is Lactose Intolerant how do you address this issue as there are alot of LI children and the school systems are not geared to their dietary needs, not only in offering of milk with the meal but also in the prepartion of foods. Where we live at, it is not allowed for students to carry medication on their person or keep in their purses/lockers ect. They have to leave any and all medication in the office which in our case is on the opposite end of the school thus making keeping the Lactaide in the office not a functional option.
My child just drinks water or juice or tea instead of milk, but my child also has to be very cautious about what is eaten b/c if there is dairy in the preparations trouble lies ahead.
It is very difficult for my child to eat away from home, school especially due to the unavailability of the medication.
Thanks so much and good luck!
Thank you for your question and for your encouragement. I found a good fact sheet that I wanted to share with you.
Click to access UpdatedLactoseandYourChild0906.pdf
Interestingly, many health authorities agree that low-fat and fat-free milk and milk products are an important and practical source of key nutrients for all people – even those who are lactose intolerant. Most people who are lactose intolerant can still consume dairy foods. Research shows that individuals with lactose intolerance can usually drink milk, they just have to drink smaller amounts at a time and with other foods. Solid foods slow down digestion which helps children handle lactose better. So, serve milk with meals. And even with snacks —try the classic combination of milk and cereal.
Most cheeses contain only small amounts of lactose. Aged hard cheeses like Cheddar, Colby, Swiss and Parmesan are particularly low in lactose and are easier to digest.
Many people find that chocolate milk is easier to digest than white milk because they take out some of the lactose, and it has the same nutrients as white milk. Also, yogurts with live active cultures contain “friendly” bacteria that help the body digest lactose.
I am also making an assumption – that you have a confirmed diagnosis from a medical professional. I also learned that lactose intolerance is not as common among children and adults as previously thought. It is less common in children than adults, and is a very individual condition. So working with a registered dietitian, family doctor, or pediatrician to help your daughter learn about her specific tolerance levels is important. In my research, I learned that the school cafeteria will generally work with you with just a note from you. I would encourage you to revisit the issue with the child nutrition staff, and seek out the child nutrition director specifically. Talk to him or her about having lactose free milk available in the cafeteria and help identify the menu items that contain milk that your child should avoid.
If they cannot have lactose-free milk available for your child in the cafeteria, ask if they will allow your child to carry it to school in a lunch box. This would be the same as children bringing their own lunch, which may be another option. Just remember that the goal is for her to meet the recommend three servings of milk each day. We want your daughter to build strong bones and a healthy body! I hope this helps!