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pupok Rookie

Hi everyone,

I'm new here. I had my EGD just this morning, and while the lab results will be another week the doctor said that I looked like a "textbook case" and that he has no doubt that I'm celiac.

I've dabbled with gluten free eating in the past, because I suspected that I had a problem with it but I was never super-strict about it because I didn't think I had celiac. I guess I have a lot of learning to do now!

I've been eating gluten for the last 2 months in preparation for the celiac tests. At first it wasn't so bad, but for the last month or so I was back to having the almost daily stomachaches that led me to suspect gluten in the first place. So, in a way this is a relief!

Anyways, I just wanted to introduce myself becasue I'll probably be in here a lot from now on!

I do have a couple of questions.. is whiskey OK? I just noticed that my hair conditioner has wheat germ oil in it.. do I need to find a new conditioner?

pupok


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Lisa Mentor

Hi pupok and welcome to the Club!

We are here to help you in manner that we can. The next few months will be a remarkable ride (for the better).

In the beginning, I would be as gluten free as possible to include your shampoo.

happygirl Collaborator

Welcome to the board! Let us know what you need help with - someone here always has an answer...or at least an opinion :D

Lisa Mentor
or at least an opinion :D

Indeed :lol:

flourgirl Apprentice

Hi and welcome! You are in a great place here...lots of information, people who understand what you are going through and are willing and happy to share what they know. There's always someone here to listen and advise. Good luck with your new gluten-free adventure!

ang1e0251 Contributor

Welcome!! We have probably gone through things you are or soon will be experiencing so don't be afraid to raise any subject. And congrats on your diagnosis, it sounds like the final answer you needed.

pupok Rookie

Thanks everyone for all your replies! I'm sure I'll be getting to know you all in the coming months. Right now I'm just reading old posts and absorbing information.


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GFinDC Veteran

Welcome pupok! Whiskey is a no-no as far as I know. Any wheat, rye or barley derived alcohol would be a possible problem. Some people say that any distilled alcohols are ok but I don't think that is correct personally. There are potato vodkas that should be no problem. And tequila could be ok but as with everything else it is nessacary to check each food before deciding. You can do an internet search on most foods and the word gluten to get info. Or try the maker's website and do a search on gluten there, or call / email them.

Lisa Mentor
Welcome pupok! Whiskey is a no-no as far as I know. Any wheat, rye or barley derived alcohol would be a possible problem. Some people say that any distilled alcohols are ok but I don't think that is correct personally. There are potato vodkas that should be no problem. And tequila could be ok but as with everything else it is nessacary to check each food before deciding. You can do an internet search on most foods and the word gluten to get info. Or try the maker's website and do a search on gluten there, or call / email them.

https://www.celiac.com/articles/222/1/Glute...ages/Page1.html

Please note that ingredients in the products on this page are subject to change without notice. The products on this page were safe when last checked. It is up to you to verify that the product remains gluten-free by checking the ingredients yourself, or by contacting the manufacturer. All distilled alcohols are gluten-free.

Armagnac - made from grapes.

Bourbon - Makers Mark

Brandy

Champagne

Cider - fermented from apples or other fruits. Some are safe, however, many add barley for enzymes and flavor.

Old Deadly Cider

Cognac - made from grapes.

Gin

Grappa

Kahlua

Kirschwasser (cherry liqueur)

Margarita Mix:

Jose Cuervo.

Mr. & Mrs. T.

Martini:

Club Extra Dry Martini (corn & grape).

Club Vodka Martini (corn & grape).

Mead - distilled from honey.

Mistico:

Jose Cuervo Mistico (agave and cane).

Mixes & Cooking Alcohol:

Club Tom Collins (corn).

Dimond Jims Bloody Mary Mystery.

Holland House - all EXCEPT Teriyaki Marinade and Smooth & Spicy Bloody Mary Mixes.

Mr. & Mrs. T - all Except Bloody Mary Mix.

Spice Islands - Cooking Wines - Burgundy, Sherry and White.

Ouzo - made from grapes and anise.

Rum

Sake - fermented with rice and Koji enzymes. The Koji enzymes are grown on Miso, which is usually made with barley. The two-product separation from barley, and the manufacturing process should make it safe for celiacs.

Scotch Whiskey

Sherry

Sparkling Wine

Tequila

Vermouth - distilled from grapes.

Vodka

Wine - all wines, including port wines and sherry, are safe for celiacs.

Wine Coolers:

Bartle & James - their wine-based beverages (EXCEPT their malt beverages - read the label carefully!).

Boones - their wine-based beverages (EXCEPT their malt beverages - read the label carefully!)

GFinDC Veteran

Hi again Pupok,

Here is an interesting thread on distilled alcohol that might interest you. I've done a little distilling myself, nothing on the scale or sophistication of gfp or Lmac in the thread below though. Anyhow, I think if you start with a a gluten containing source then you can certainly end up with gluten in the resulting whiskey. So, personally I prefer to stick with alcohols that are distilled from non-gluten sources. To each his own as they say, what works for some people may not work for others after all.

https://www.celiac.com/gluten-free/index.ph...=30256&st=0

rinne Apprentice

Hi and welcome. :)

I can't do whiskey or scotch, I made that mistake once based on the information there was no gluten in alcohol. It seems there are levels of sensitivity, some can and some can't.

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