I'm Just Frustrated

[Jeanniebug]

Hi everyone,

I'm new to the boards but been lurking for awhile. I got the official diagnosis recently. I had already started eliminating products that contain gluten. I'm so frustrated this week! I got cc'd at a Bonefish grill. The salad..chef's error even though the waitress advised gluten-free several times..the manager caught the mistake after I'd already eaten the salad, the chef tossed it in a contaminated bowl. Then figured out some of my favorite products are not ok. Cetaphil told me on the phone today their soaps DO contain gluten. It's been an expensive journey so far, and confusing. So I'm sort of venting tonight, but I have a couple of questions as well.

This Delphi list....the most recent I saw was updated in 2008. I only found it through a link in a post. How do I access the most current list? Is there a link on this site?

Also, I'm having a really hard time with body lotions. I can't use Burt's Bees, they are too strong-smelling for me. Lubriderm doesn't hydrate my skin well. I've been using Curel fragrance-free for now. Does anyone have suggestions for a mainstream body lotion that I could find at a common store like Walgreen's, Kroger, Publix etc.? The Neutrogena Body Moisture contains oatmeal. I'm super sensitive to gluten so any suggestions for a truly gluten-free body lotion will be sooooo appreciated! (I called Kiss My Face and they gave the usual disclaimer)

Thanks!!

[ravenwoodglass]

It is frustrating at first. As to the lotion, Suave and Dove will clearly label gluten containing ingredients. The Giovanni line also has some a lot of gluten-free products if you prefer organic. Garneir also has a lot of gluten free products although I haven't checked their lotions. I use their shampoos and conditioners as they are also soy free (I am allergic to soy).

[OptimisticMom42]

I can't use Burt's Bees, they are too strong-smelling for me. I've been using Curel fragrance-free for now.

Hello Jeanniebug,

I've read on this site and a couple others that sensitivity to scents can be caused by vitamin D deficiency. I tried it and it seems to be helping. I haven't had to walk away from a customer wearing perfume at all this summer.

Hope this helps, RA

[Jeanniebug]

This makes sense...because my bloodwork just came back and I'm low in B-12 as well as vitamin D. Strong scents drive me nuts!

Thank you so much for the lotion recommendations, I will check them out!

Can I access the most recent Delphi list on this site? What is this list and who maintains it?

Thank you!!