{"id":89475,"date":"2026-01-21T15:36:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T15:36:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorktest.com\/us\/?post_type=reviews&#038;p=89475"},"modified":"2026-02-05T15:45:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T15:45:42","slug":"finn","status":"publish","type":"reviews","link":"https:\/\/www.yorktest.com\/us\/case-study\/finn\/","title":{"rendered":"Finn"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>\u201cWe always knew something was causing Finn\u2019s unrest \u2014 and he\u2019s now so much happier.\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For two-year-old Finn, discomfort and digestive issues had been present since birth. As a newborn, he suffered from severe reflux, and despite countless appointments with doctors, health visitors, and pharmacists, the cause was never clear. His mother was told it was normal, but in her heart, she knew something wasn\u2019t right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Finn grew and began weaning onto solid foods, things only became more difficult. He experienced several bowel movements a day, frequent bloating, stomach pain, and general discomfort. His temperament became increasingly difficult; he was often irritable, and it was obvious that something was impacting his well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Daily life became a struggle, and even activities like potty training were impacted by the unpredictability and volume of his bowel movements. Mealtimes were stressful, and there was a constant fear of triggering another bad reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was through a friend &#8211; another mother who had seen positive results with YorkTest &#8211; that Finn\u2019s mum discovered the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorktest.com\/us\/products\/foodscan-junior-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Food Intolerance Test.<\/a> With a growing sense of urgency and worry, she took the leap in April 2025 to find the answers she\u2019d long suspected were hiding in his diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finn\u2019s results came back with a 96\/100 intolerance to cow\u2019s milk: a powerful confirmation of what his mum had suspected all along. Finally, there was something concrete to work from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once dairy was removed from Finn\u2019s diet, the change was immediate and profound. Within just a few days, his mood improved, and after nearly two months, the family saw a noticeable drop in bowel frequency, no bloating, and no complaints of stomach pain. His mum also noted that potty training became easier: a sign that his body was finally able to settle and function more comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the transition wasn\u2019t easy. \u201cIt was hard and overwhelming at first,\u201d she says, but with the help of the YorkTest nutritional consultation, which provided alternative options and practical advice, they quickly got into the swing of things. Now, the family is diligent about checking labels, asking questions when eating out, and ensuring Finn avoids any exposure to milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If he accidentally consumes dairy, the result is immediate: stomach aches and a bad bowel reaction. But with the structure they now have in place, it\u2019s rare that they encounter slip-ups, and they feel much more in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking back, Finn\u2019s mum says the experience has brought huge relief. \u201cAs a mother, I don\u2019t feel any guilt for him being in pain,\u201d she says. \u201cHe may miss certain treats, but he\u2019s doing really well.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it\u2019s not just about the physical improvements, it\u2019s the emotional impact too. The sense of helplessness has lifted. Finn is brighter, more settled, and his mum now feels confident they\u2019re on the right path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child has been struggling with ongoing discomfort, digestive issues, or unexplained mood swings, a YorkTest food intolerance test could provide the clarity you\u2019ve been searching for. It\u2019s not just about what\u2019s on the plate. It\u2019s about giving your child the chance to thrive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cWe always knew something was causing Finn\u2019s unrest \u2014 and he\u2019s now so much happier.\u201d For two-year-old Finn, discomfort and digestive issues had been present since birth. As a newborn, he suffered from severe reflux, and despite countless appointments with doctors, health visitors, and pharmacists, the cause was never clear. 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