F.deSales

Hi.

Does anyone know of a margarine type product that is soy-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, preservative-free, hydrogenated oils-free and sea salt-free? Maybe something made with canola oil.

I saw something called Pure sunflower sold in UK.

Thanks.

F.deSales

I have been gluten free for 7 weeks. Had my first normal bm in months today. Went to the doc today said I need to have another EGD/colon done . This time I have to eat gluten for two weeks staring tomorrow to make sure the test is accurate. I am trying to get the courage to do so. I can't do the regular blood test because I have complete Iga deficiency.

When I think of the pain and hours I will spend in the "powder room" I get really scared. I am getting very depressed too. I am just starting to feel a bit better and now it is back to a living nightmare. My hubby is going to make sure I do as I am told because last time didn't and the procedure was canceled.

So, I guess I am just asking for pep talks and prayers. I know that you all have probably have gone though this also and I would appreciate some "I lived to tell about it"

Should I eat low gluten stuff or a little or what?

Thanks. This group is a blessing.

A~

I have been gluten free for 7 weeks. Had my first normal bm in months today. Went to the doc today said I need to have another EGD/colon done . This time I have to eat gluten for two weeks staring tomorrow to make sure the test in accurate. I am trying to get the courage to do so. I can't do the regular blood test because I have complete Iga deficiency.

When I think of the pain and hours I will spend in the "powder room" I get really scared. I am getting very depressed too. I am just starting to feel a bit better and now it is back to a living nightmare. My hubby is going to make sure I do as I am told because last time didn't and the procedure was canceled.

So, I guess I am just asking for pep talks and prayers. I know that you all have probably have gone though this also and I would appreciate some "I lived to tell about it"

Thanks. This group is a blessing.

A~

Hi all.

I am trying to detox my kitchen from cross contamination.  I am replacing a lot of things and I was wondering if I need to get rid of my microwave or my oven. My family has agreed to set up a mini kitchen in the basement but I want to know if that should include a new microwave and/or a stove - toaster oven.  I am VERY sensitive.  I have been trying to be gluten-free for one month now and I am still sick.

THANKS!!

A~

I am completely lost in all of this.  I don't know what I should be doing.  I am spending hours on end in my "office" (the rest room) I have been trying to be gluten free for about one month now but don't seem to be getting better.  I have lost 20lbs in the past two months. I am tired all the time.  I drop things all the time.  I can't remember the names of simple things when I look at them.  Words come out wrong ... How long will it take for me to get better?

Do I have to really throw out all my kitchen utensils, pots & pans, bread machine, plastic cups and plates?  How strict do I have to be?  I am really sensitive. I also have allergies to soy, eggs, dairy (all forms).

My husband and son have no allergies.  Will their consumption of gluten products bother me?  If I make something with gluten for them do I have use a different pot etc ...

OK, I guess you all can tell I am not handling this all very well.  With all the other medical problems I have I just am overwhelmed that now I have to deal with this.  

Is there a book that out there that can help me with out overwhelming me?  All this internet researching is getting me very depressed.  

Thanks for letting vent.  

F.deSales