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Is Oatmeal Safe


Aunt Poppy

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Just need to know if Oatmeal is safe?

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CarlaB Enthusiast

The short answer is no.

Almost all oats are contaminated by wheat. Some celiacs are sensitive to the protein in the oats. Typically, it's best to be completely oat free until you're healed, then try oats that are gluten-free ... you have to buy special gluten-free oats, you can't just buy regular oats at the grocery.

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hez Enthusiast

I would also reccomend talking to your doc before hand as well. I eat the gluten-free oats from the company in Wyoming and have enjoyed them. I only eat these oats. I do not eat anything from the grocery store that contains oats (thinking cereal) because of the cc. You should also do some research as well to figure out what the thoughts are from "experts" regarding the issue.

Hez

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Mango04 Enthusiast

If you go to the home page of celiac.com and search for "oats" you'll find extensive information on the subject.

Many studies suggest they are safe. It's worth looking over the info. before deciding for yourself. You can get certified gluten-free oats if you're worried about contamination.

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mamaw Community Regular

I agree with the other posters..... one thing I might add is if you are gonna eat oats (only the gluten-free ones) start out very slowly.... A quarter cup to a half cup to begin with. I still only eat this amount at one sitting & I have been eating them since they came out....

I still can't believe I missed oats!!!! Must be part horse,,,,,,,,,,,,nayyyyyyyyy!

mamaw

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Gonbad Newbie

I have been gluten free since March 2007. I had my Endscope/biopsy done May 2, 2007. After consultation with my doctor he told me to stay off oats until my next endoscope. His argument goes along with what has been said above. It's a significant cross contamination problem. That being said before I was diagnosed I ate oatmeal almost everyday in my company cafeteria. I now eat pretty much only eggs and bacon. However I have slipped and eaten oatmeal a few times and had no reaction. I have now found some Barbara cerials brown rice crispies, and corn flakes that are gluten free (No Malt!!!!). I have found them to be very good. So I will stay off oats until I get a clean bill on my intestines. At that point I will add them back into my diet and see what happens.

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