Carol Frilegh
I am 77 an undiagnosed Celiac, since March 2000. I had chronic sinus infections and fluctuating weight, lost 86 pounds, got pneumonia, and needed antibiotic and Prednisone. I also got MCS and Latex Allergy.
Unable to eat without pain, I started The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD).
Things began to improve at once. I am not cured but SCD has been effective in managing the Celiac
and helped improve my damaged immune system.
It is a bit stricter than the gluten-free casein-free diet, but
Blogs by this Author
It Takes A Villus
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/5/2008
I'm not much on closeups of bloody surgery scenes like those on TV series like"Grey's Anatomy" or "Nip/Tuck." The closest I've came to seeing my own interior was watching my dreaded and dreadful secon...
Second Helpings - More Specific Carbohydrate Diet Cake Recipes
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/4/2008
Twice a year, twenty or more people on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet gather for a potluck luncheon in Southern Ontario, Canada, usually in Toronto.Over time, the roster of homemade food from these oc...
Let Them Eat Cake - Specific Carbohydrate Diet Cake Recipe
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/3/2008
Celiac disease has a long and ancient history. The Roman physician, Aretaeus chronicled the very symptoms we associate with it today and a number of historical celebrities, including royalty were aff...
The Celiac KISS - Keep It Simple Stupid
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/3/2008
When it comes to technical and scientific articles on Celiac disease, this web site is a gold mine!I've been here less than a month and although I haven't read every article and blog, I certainly plan...
On the Specific Carbohydrate Diet Rice is "No dice!"
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/1/2008
Rice has a reputation as a super food.The Specific Carbohydrate Diet excludes rice for adults. Children with weak digestive systems or Autism Spectrum Disorder should avoid rice.In her book "Breaking ...
Homemade Foods Versus Store Bought Foods
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 01/1/2008
One of the major criticisms leveled against The Specific Carbohydrate Diet is that 99% of food must be prepared at home. There are hundreds of convenience products available in markets and specialty s...
Study Compares Results of Dietary Treatment for Autism
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 12/29/2007
Parent Ratings of Behavioral Effects of Biomedical InterventionsData on adverse effects and benefits of various diets for autism has been collected by the Autism Research Institute. More than 25,500 ...
Support Groups Play An Important Role
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 12/28/2007
Do I thank Al Gore for helping me understand celiac disease?Although Gore never claimed to have invented the Internet, he did discuss his role in Internet development in an interview with Wolf Blitzer...
Specific Carbohydtrate Diet Favorites: Stuffed Lamb Chops
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 12/28/2007
For each serving:1 thick loin lamb chop*1 teaspoon legal Dijon mustardDried Rosemary to tasteSalt and freshly ground pepperA few drops of honey1 clove finely minced fresh garlic1" cube of softened glu...
My Specific Carbohydrate Diet Favorites: Baked Pork Chops
- By Carol Frilegh
- Published 12/28/2007
Baked Pork Chops2 boneless center cut pork chops2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup grape juice1 red onion, sliced2 cloves fresh garlic, minced3-4 sliced mushrooms1/2 cup raisins1/2 small bay leaf2 tablespo...