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Lalasarah2727 Newbie
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I'm having a really rough day today and my new found diagnoses of Celiac Disease has not been an easy one to cope with alone.. I just kinda need someone to talk to, maybe some advice if anyone else has felt this way at first? Anything will help.. Thanks!

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shadowicewolf Proficient
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We've all been there.

 

Its one of the good things about this forum. :)

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flowerqueen Community Regular
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Hi! Yes I know what you mean. It's a lot to get your head around at first isn't it. Also it can make you feel isolated unless you know where to look. Is there anything in particular you need help with? There is also a chat room on here too - although I've not used it as most of the people I talk to on here are in another time zone (I'm in the UK).

I try to visit this forum often, so if there's anything I can help with, let me know. There are a lot if really nice people on here all helping one another out, so there's always someone around to offer advice. :-)

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bartfull Rising Star
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Have you read the Newbie 101 thread? That'll help with the nuts and bolts part of this. For the emotional side, you just have to allow yourself the time and space to grieve. You will no doubt feel like throwing your hands in the air, you will no doubt cry, you will most likely have a few meltdowns in the grocery stores.

 

And then it will get better. First of all, you will start feeling better which will make it easier to cope, plus you will become a pro at reading labels EVERY TIME, so you will be less likely to get hit. And you will learn how to cook gluten-free meals that taste every bit as good as the gluteny foods you used to eat.

 

Then you will decide to venture out into the world of restaurants. That will present a slew of new problems. For now, I suggest you avoid restaurants altoghether. Explain to your friends and family that you need to only eat things that you have prepared for yourself, and hope they accept that gracefully. If you're lucky, you might find a restaurant or two in your area that can be trusted, and your family and friends will meet you at those places. And they WON'T mind if you bring your own food to their houses when it's time for socializing.

 

But for now, just concentrate on getting the diet right, and don't feel guilty for the emotional upset you are feeling right now. We have all been through it, and it DOES get better. :)

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Juanitahoy Rookie
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I have been gluten-free for around 18 months, and it is now to the point where I don't think about it 100% of the time anymore. I have gotten in a decent routine, and am pretty comfortable with it.

That being said, I was glutened today with an amount larger than ever before and got scared and felt really alone. It was awful.

I had gotten away from the site, and this made me realize how much we need each other in this community. Also, I found two gluten-free women in my local whole foods market who put me on the right path.

It's not always easy, but I promise you, it's worth it. Hang in there!

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notme Experienced
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one day at a time.  try to concentrate on the positive side - (i always tell my kids:  if it's a BIG wall, poke holes in it first to make it easier to knock down.  plus you can see to the other side)  

 

this is a great place to vent and ask questions  :)  welcome to the club you never wanted to join lolz

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Ciel121 Apprentice
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  The emotional side can be difficult. I know many Celiacs and those gluten-sensitive tend to have depression and anxiety connected to gluten as well. I have been gluten-free for 4 years and was doing so well, but recently I have struggled as well. Someome mentioned meltdowns at grocery stores...ha ha. I definitely think it's important to take one day at a time. My advice is be extra careful and don't get glutenized because that is just so upsetting. I have a list of companies that I have called and verified that their products are gluten-free and not contaminated. I also think there are these amazing little victories like finding a great new gluten-free bakery. I recently found a coffee substitute because I have not had coffee for 10 years. Now I'm so thrilled, everyone thinks I'm strange because I'm so happy over one little thing like having a gluten-free coffee substitute, but to me I know it's a little victory that matters so much.

   I recently found a support group in my area and that really, really helps when others are going throught the same thing and know what you're talking about. It gets better the more you learn and once you make gluten-free habits. I'm still learning too. 

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notme Experienced
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Now I'm so thrilled, everyone thinks I'm strange because I'm so happy over one little thing like having a gluten-free coffee substitute, but to me I know it's a little victory that matters so much.

 

right - people must think i'm nutty when i'm dancing around in the store because i found gluten-free egg noodles hahaha! :D

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Lalasarah2727 Newbie
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Thanks everyone! I'm also 7 months pregnant and that doesn't help either. I'm just tired and hungry and tired of being hungry lol! It's tough being on an extremely tight budget with all this too. Does anyone know of any programs that help?

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kareng Grand Master
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Do you qualify for WIC? That would help you get healthy foods.

This is kind of fun:

Open Original Shared Link

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bololgreen Newbie
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I, too, am newly diagnosed (4 weeks ago).  I am so glad to read the posts - I feel 'normal.'  I have been a little down lately because my entire world is about food these days.  Reading your posts help - glad to have found this forum.

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Lalasarah2727 Newbie
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I also appreciate all the input on this page. It is such a relief to be able to talk to others going through the same things!

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nvsmom Community Regular
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Those first few weeks are really tough. I went through a withdrawal of sorts and felt extremely tired, headachey and cranky for about 2 weeks. After that first month milestone, it starts getting easier.  Hang in there, and come to vent any time.  :)

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GottaSki Mentor
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Welcome! Yes...I well remember those first weeks and months - you have had excellent advice from everyone - do make sure you take advantage of the UoChicago Care Pack that KarenG posted.

Hang in there - it definately gets better :)

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Nikki2777 Community Regular
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People told me there's a mourning period for the old you, and all she could eat, and they were right.  I'm about 7 weeks in now, and I'm mostly adjusted.  I've found plenty I can eat and while I miss some of my old things, I've found others I might never have discovered had I not gone Gluten Free.  It is tough on a budget though, I'd recommend not trying to replace all your old foods (those 'fake' baked goods are expensive), but try and stick with whole foods -- fruits, vegetables, etc.  Good luck!  Once you start to feel better, it will be worth it.

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