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Hi there,

Ive been diagnosed, and strangely coping ok. Apart from the weight. I NEED to gain weight as I am 6stone 5lbs. I was 5stone 9 lbs but have gained some weight. I cant reach any further with the weight gain! Thats an issue I cant do anything about. My eating is chronic. I eat loads of fruit, crisps, cakes (gluten free of course), 2x big meals and snacks. I never get full up or stop eating!!

Anyway, I need some help on Walkers Sensations - Lime & Thai Spices - they have Maltodextrin (from What) but have a label saying 'Suitable for Coeliacs'

Im confused as ive been told Maltodextrin from wheat is NOT gluten free? These are my favourite crisps and Walkers refuse to get back to me......

Thankx S x x

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there's a lot of carbs in what you're eating - you're sure that everything is completely gluten free? you may also want to make sure you're getting enough protein and fat, as what you list is mostly all carbohydrates. I don't know how long you've been diagnosed, but it may take a few months for the intestines to heal enough to see significant recovery (and hence, weight gain).

Viola 1 Rookie
Viola 1
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Hi there,

Ive been diagnosed, and strangely coping ok. Apart from the weight. I NEED to gain weight as I am 6stone 5lbs. I was 5stone 9 lbs but have gained some weight. I cant reach any further with the weight gain! Thats an issue I cant do anything about. My eating is chronic. I eat loads of fruit, crisps, cakes (gluten free of course), 2x big meals and snacks. I never get full up or stop eating!!

Anyway, I need some help on Walkers Sensations - Lime & Thai Spices - they have Maltodextrin (from What) but have a label saying 'Suitable for Coeliacs'

Im confused as ive been told Maltodextrin from wheat is NOT gluten free? These are my favourite crisps and Walkers refuse to get back to me......

Thankx S x x

Maltodextrin In North America I believe it is made from corn, but apparently even if it is made from wheat, all the offending protein is removed. Which is probably why it is labelled 'Suitable for Coeliac's'

larry mac Enthusiast
larry mac
Posted

Hello, What does this mean.

"I am 6stone 5lbs"

I've never heard of this unit of weight. best regards, lm

psawyer Proficient
psawyer
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A stone is a British unit equal to 14 pounds. Six stone and five would be 89 pounds.

Viola 1 Rookie
Viola 1
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A stone is a British unit equal to 14 pounds. Six stone and five would be 89 pounds.

Thank you Peter ... I was wondering what it worked out to be as well :huh: I knew it was British, but not the math.

Lisa Mentor
Lisa
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A stone is a British unit equal to 14 pounds. Six stone and five would be 89 pounds.

How cool Peter that you would know. I asked my husband and he knew the reference, but not to calculate. I am impressed. As once again, a wise man :) .

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jerseyangel Proficient
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Yes Peter--very cool B)

Susanwisely Newbie
Susanwisely
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Hi everyone,

Thanks for the replies... I eat a lot of chicken and rice too which supposedly helps. Ive been diagnosed for 4 months, and apparently my villi was nearly burnt out so im guessing that wll take quite a few months to heal and fully grow back. I will be patient and continue to eat lots..

Im hoping to gain some more lbs! And at least 2 stones!! Or lbs!!

Susan x

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