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CorgisInOregon

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CorgisInOregon Newbie

Hi all,

I am new in my diagnosis. I’ve been eliminating gluten for four months, but have still had many times where I have eaten gluten accidentally.

I’ve been working hard to make sure I don’t accidentally eat gluten, or eat something that has been cross contaminated with gluten. However I still have days where I end up with a horrible stomach ache. It doesn’t feel the same as when I get gluttened.

(I’ve also learned that I have other food allergies, like dairy, so I stay clear of those foods as well.)

Is it normal to still have stomach pain/bloating/indigestion even after eliminating gluten from your diet? 
 

thanks!


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Scott Adams Grand Master

Recovery can take an average of 2 years IF you are 100% gluten-free. Many people take enzymes like GliadinX (they are a sponsor here) to help them deal with cross-contamination if they eat outside their homes...there are many studies that support their use for small amounts of accidental gluten:

https://www.celiac.com/search/?q=gliadinx&quick=1&type=cms_records2

Above all, you need to be 100% gluten-free, and you may also need to eliminate other things, at least temporarily, like cow's milk, corn, soy, etc., until you've fully healed.

CorgisInOregon Newbie

Thank you for the information. So is it normal to have flare ups during the recovery process? 

DJFL77I Experienced

i'm at 5 months and i still have upset stomach..  not as bad as it was a few months earlier though..  its improving.. 

My Dr said 6 - 12 months.....

and don't eat at restaurants...

i never eat out... only fresh foods...

the only "packaged" foods i eat right now is:  Greek Yogurt / certified gluten free,  Bryers vanilla ice cream lactose free / gluten free,  and plain potato chips certified gluten free with only 3 ingredients, organic potatoes, sea salt, sunflower oil..

dairy doesn't bother me

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