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Thought I would say Hi II am new to the site. My name is Dawn and I am a 30 YO mom, nurse and a long time sufferer of abd pain and suffering. In 2005 I had surgery to have my colon removed and have still been suffering since. Today the Dr diagnoses Ciliac disease and put me on a gluten free diet. I need some help and support any would be appreciated. Thank You for your time.

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Welcome Dawn!!

Many find it best when starting out to stick with simple natural foods: plain meats, eggs, veggies, fruits, rice and potatoes. Simple spices that (McCormicks is good as they will list wheat/and gluten).

Hope you feel better soon.

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mamaw
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Hello Dawn

Welcome to the site. We have many talented , knowledable gluten-free people on here. Spend some time & go through the sections, you will learn so much & also have wonderful recipes to make.

Find a support group or if you tell us from what state you are from we can find a group for you.....

It does take time to adjust to your new lifestyle but you will feel so much better.Many feel better just knowing finally what is the problem.........

Starting out eat plain (Naked) foods -- plain meats, veggies ,fruit. IF you don't have a bunch of time I suggest a few good mixes for cakes & such. 123 gluten free, anna's bread mix, namaste & so on. Not all gluten-free things are good so ask before you buy that way you are not wasting cash on something the dog will not eat!

Celiac specialities has donuts to die for. Against the Grain has buns that you can use for burgers, sloppy joes & deli sandwiches.

Joans gluten-free greatbakes has bagels, english muffins that are wonderful.

everybody eats has ficeille rolls & baguettes that are terrific.

Conte's has ravioli, pierogi's & veggie lasagne that is very good.

That is just a few ........

also you still can use alot from your grocery store shelf.......there are several lists on here for these items.

blessings

mamaw

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Welcome. You have many tasks ahead of you. This site is a good resource. Here's another. Open Original Shared Link

We wish you well.

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