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Trouble With All Grains


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glutenfreegirl Enthusiast

Hi there

it seems since my diagnosis I am having trouble with all grains, rice, buckwheat, amaranth etc.

Has anyone else had these problems at first and will it gradually go away?


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Hi there

it seems since my diagnosis I am having trouble with all grains, rice, buckwheat, amaranth etc.

Has anyone else had these problems at first and will it gradually go away?

I have never had issues with grains except for those containing insoluble fiber.

But I would not be too concerned, it doesn't seem that unlikely and many people do have issues with most grains when initially going gluten free. Just avoid them for a while and slowly reintroduce them back into your diet. I'd recommending starting with white rice. You really do not need them to be healthy anyway, it just takes more work since all your carbs have to come from fruits and vegetables.

The problem should eventually resolve itself, just be patient, give it time, and listen to your body. There is not set time, only you can know.

glutenfreegirl Enthusiast
I have never had issues with grains except for those containing insoluble fiber.

But I would not be too concerned, it doesn't seem that unlikely and many people do have issues with most grains when initially going gluten free. Just avoid them for a while and slowly reintroduce them back into your diet. I'd recommending starting with white rice. You really do not need them to be healthy anyway, it just takes more work since all your carbs have to come from fruits and vegetables.

The problem should eventually resolve itself, just be patient, give it time, and listen to your body. There is not set time, only you can know.

Thank you for your help and advice i really appreciate it, many times I have posted here for help or direction and never get a response...so your time is very appreciated in this very frustrating time.

Gfresh404 Enthusiast
Thank you for your help and advice i really appreciate it, many times I have posted here for help or direction and never get a response...so your time is very appreciated in this very frustrating time.

You are welcome. Someone (Momma Goose!) was nice enough to me to answer nearly all my questions. She was/is an expert on everything Celiac. So, I feel I owe something to the community since they have been so great to me. If you have any further questions feel free to PM me.

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Hi there

it seems since my diagnosis I am having trouble with all grains, rice, buckwheat, amaranth etc.

Has anyone else had these problems at first and will it gradually go away?

I have a problem with all grains too. I only eat rice..

rice pasta, rice bread...you get the idea...

When, I started eating gluten free..every grain irritated me immensely.

Have you tried Millet??? I can't eat it, but lots of other people hear eat it.

Maybe, it will go away in time for you...

Gfresh404 Enthusiast
I have a problem with all grains too. I only eat rice..

rice pasta, rice bread...you get the idea...

When, I started eating gluten free..every grain irritated me immensely.

Have you tried Millet??? I can't eat it, but lots of other people hear eat it.

Maybe, it will go away in time for you...

I believe your issues with other grains are probably due to the insoluble fiber content - it is very rough on the digestive tract, scraping it clean. Do you have issues with cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and lettuce as well?

rinne Apprentice

I have problems with all grains but since I started the SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) I no longer miss them. I do my baking with almond flour.

I have seen studies that suggest some do not heal on only a gluten free diet but perhaps this is just a stage and you will be able to reintroduce them later on. :)


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I believe your issues with other grains are probably due to the insoluble fiber content - it is very rough on the digestive tract, scraping it clean. Do you have issues with cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and lettuce as well?

I am having some problems with broccoli and lettuce, what can I do to help that?

Gfresh404 Enthusiast
I am having some problems with broccoli and lettuce, what can I do to help that?

Unfortunately not much. The only thing you can really do is minimize your intake of them as much as possible and give yourself time to heal until you can tolerate them again.

I, personally have just replaced broccoli and lettuce with carrots and peas. Arguably just as healthy and they contain no insoluble fiber. Potatoes and sweet potatoes without the skin are also very easy on the system and very nutritious as well.

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