Flare Ups

[KSandy]

My 13yo got her diagnosis this year after struggling with tics, OCD, and anxiety for most of her life. Now that we're on the road to healing and a better understanding of what's going on, I have a lot of questions about flare-ups. We are avoiding many different foods that showed up as reactive on a food intolerance test, but something caused a huge flare about a week ago and it hasn't quite waned away yet. My questions are: 

Can you usually tell what causes a flare in your child? 

What types of things cause flares, and how long do they last?

What do you do when you notice a flare? 

Can you give certain supplements or vitamins or other during a flare to reduce the duration? 

What else should I know about flares? 

Its been a discouraging week. Vocal and Motor tics that haven't been around for months are suddenly back with a vengeance...I *think* I know what caused it, but why is the flare lasting so long if the exposure was a one-time thing? (full disclosure, it seems like it was from a dairy-free flavored iced coffee that she drank)

[MaryAW]

Mold and chemicals can cause flares, also certain foods. Try keeping a diary of where you go and what she eats to help figure out her triggers. My daughter was mold - big time!

Try giving liposomal glutathione during a flare. Also, an epsom salt bath. Vitamin B12.