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First For Women Magazine

vlaroue

By vlaroue
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vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Hello everyone...was diagnosed with silent celiac about 4 years ago..some symptoms are just like the classic and others are not. Anyway, my nutritionist Melissa Diane Smith, who wrote the book "Going against the Grain" had a call just this past June from a reporter for First for Women magazine. To make a long story short, I am actually going to be in an article with two other women about Celiac. It comes out November 20th. Walmart and Grocery stores sell it the most. If anyone would like to read it...look it up around that time. My name is Vickie and I will have a pic too. Thanks

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Rusla Enthusiast
Rusla
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That is cool, I will see about picking it up and I will get my friends to also.

debmidge Rising Star
debmidge
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that's fantastic!

please remind us if you can ..the first week of November

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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I'll be looking forward to it--thanks! :)

Guhlia Rising Star
Guhlia
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That's so awesome! Glad you got a chance to spread the word. Please remind us closer to the time so we can all see it.

vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Thanks everyone for the replys...I am excited too..I think that getting any word out about this condition/disease is very important. I have many allergies,,,caused from undiagnosed celiac for 40 years. I am now 52, eating very healthy the last 3 to 4 years, and you will be able to see my picture in the magazine..I do look healthy if I may say so myself..It was fun doing..and just glad to get the word OUT about Celiac. I have no idea what the reporter actually used from ALL the information I gave her. Sometimes she would say...not so technical, when I was explaining things..anyway, no matter what people read it..and that hopefully will help a few. I will remind everyone like you asked, closer to the time its out. One good thing, everyone at my work wants to have one..maybe it will help someone close to home. Thanks all.

Firegirl43 Contributor
Firegirl43
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very cool

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beaglemania Rookie
beaglemania
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awesome!! make sure to post and give us another reminder close to November 20.!!

Judyin Philly Enthusiast
Judyin Philly
Posted
awesome!! make sure to post and give us another reminder close to November 20.!!

fantastic news

keep us posted as i want to be sure and get a copy

Judy

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vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Ok everyone...I was to remind you when the article came out that I am in for celiac disease. I am not sure what the reporter is quoting me, I gave her LOTS of information over a course of 2 months...and I am sure she will not put any of the technical info in...but at least its getting the word out more. The article is hitting the stands on Monday, the 20th of this month-November. Its the December 11th issue. Please spread the word that there is one more magazine out there that is hopefully going to help at least a few people. Again...I am not sure that she is putting in the magazine the real pertinant info...she wanted some anecdotes..which are hard to come by when you are talking about your health. Ok,,,with all that said..I hope its good reading at least. Thanks!!!!!

Vickie Laroue in Tucson, AZ...the best city in the USA!!

vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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So, has anyone tried to get the magazine yet? It actually came out on Saturday. December 11, issue, was to be on stands November 20th,...I am on page 26 with two other ladies and their story on having celiac. Please let me know if you have gotten it yet. Thanks

Judyin Philly Enthusiast
Judyin Philly
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Hi I looked at the Acme for it today and didn't see it but thought well it's the 20th maybe not on the shelf yet.

did anyone else look today.

judy

vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Its the December 11th issue, its in green and red colors for christmas, and you can also buy it at Wally world...(Walmart). I know its out...I have 10 copies, and I live in Tucson, another girlfriend found it in Florida, another friend in Ohio...it says in big letters on front, Under Pressure? Hope this helps??

Vickie

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
Posted

I have to go to the store tomorrow--I will make a mental note--thanks for the reminder :)

debmidge Rising Star
debmidge
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Thanks for reminder...I've been waiting for this.

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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Hi Vickie,

I bought the magazine on Wednesday--the article was great! That must have been so exciting for you to be a part of it. I liked how they discussed symptoms other than the classic GI ones.

Your picture is very pretty--you look much younger than the age they stated for you B)

vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Hi Vickie,

I bought the magazine on Wednesday--the article was great! That must have been so exciting for you to be a part of it. I liked how they discussed symptoms other than the classic GI ones.

Your picture is very pretty--you look much younger than the age they stated for you B)

B) Hello, was so happy you finally got it!!!! What is your first name? Do not want to call you Jersey Girl all the time! LOL. Yes, it was fun doing the magazine...my dad said the same thing, that all 3 women in the pictures looked around the same age...he is funny. I just simply hope that some of this got through to other people. Keep in touch!!

Vickie

jerseyangel Proficient
jerseyangel
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B) Hello, was so happy you finally got it!!!! What is your first name? Do not want to call you Jersey Girl all the time! LOL. Yes, it was fun doing the magazine...my dad said the same thing, that all 3 women in the pictures looked around the same age...he is funny. I just simply hope that some of this got through to other people. Keep in touch!!

Vickie

Vickie, It's Patti (I moved it to under my avatar).

Your dad is right :lol: That seems to be a pretty popular magazine--I'll bet it will reach a lot of people. Thanks again--and yes, keep in touch!

dragonmom Apprentice
dragonmom
Posted

Picked up the First for Women Magazine today and read the article. Great picture Vickie :) I think it is true that the more people know the better off everyone will be. By the way it is available at almost every checkout in grocery stores.

debmidge Rising Star
debmidge
Posted

Great article; I purchased it and promptly read it quickly, then left the magazine at my sister's house.

2Boys4Me Enthusiast
2Boys4Me
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I just picked up the issue today. Good article, but I was disappointed that they call it the epidemic that's draining women. What about men and children? Yes, I know this is a magazine for women, but I still think it should have been mentioned so people don't think it's a "women's disease", you know?

The first thing I read was the bubble that said gluten-free foods are now easier to get and it mentioned Kelloggs. :blink: Since when does Kelloggs have anything that's gluten-free? Not counting Froot Loops Froot by the foot or whatever it's called?

I was pleased with the variety of symptoms indicated by the real life stories. That was a great way to indicate non-classic celiac. Way to get the word out, Vickie!

vlaroue Newbie
vlaroue
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Hello everyone....thanks for all the feedback on the magazine. One thing I learned from this, is you are really at the mercy of the media...they do not want to make anything sound...unusual...and all the information I gave her..she picked a few good things...but did not put it together as I had spoken or written my story. At least its a start...and if I can help ONE person...I have done my job for now. THANKS EVERYONE!!!

Vickie

Vickie, It's Patti (I moved it to under my avatar).

Your dad is right :lol: That seems to be a pretty popular magazine--I'll bet it will reach a lot of people. Thanks again--and yes, keep in touch!

Hi Patti,,,good to hear from you again...Keep in touch!! I have not been online very much lately..soo busy. Hope you had a good Holiday!!

Vickie

Riayn Newbie
Riayn
Posted

Is this article available online anywhere for those of us not in the US who would love to read about other people's experiences with Celiacs Disease?

happygirl Collaborator
happygirl
Posted

riayn,

its not the same story (in the women's magazine), but here is one that was posted recently...a newspaper article. it is great!

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