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Thanks everyone for your insights. A particularly big thanks to Shauna for taking the time to share all the information that she did. I took me a few minutes to read so it must have taken you a few minutes to write. I appreciate it. Well, it looks like we have a lot to learn and a number of changes to make. I think my wife will likely get tested also...

You mention cookies and such. Can you simply substitute gluten free ingredients in place of standard ingredients in recipes that you like? Or do those recipes usually not translate well with gluten free ingredients?

Thanks eatmeat4good. I am happy that my blood type is O+ because my body thrives on meat and I love that I don't have to compromise that. I do worry that recently with stress of a very sick child and more responsibility at work that my symptoms or senistivity to gluten may have increased. I will have to start paying attention to cross contamination and...

Great info so far. I guess a little spring cleaning is in store for this weekend. I think the gluten free for dummies is in order for sure. I have heard that Whole Foods has people there that will help sort of consult you for gluten free diets. Anyone tried that out?

Hey, that's a start. I appreciate it.

Hi there, Just diagnosed with Celiac Sprue today after a endoscopy, colonscopy, small bowel study, and various lab tests (glad that part is over). So where to start. This is all somewhat overwhelming and my wife and I are a little lost on where to start. Any beginners advice? Thanks in advance for any help.