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    Smarties are like M & Ms, but they taste a bit different. Wheat is clearly labelled in the ingredients. When it comes to eating at DQ, however, I consider them one of the riskiest places to eat for any allergies. They do not clean the Blizzard machine well enough between orders to ensure all traces of gluten are gone. Same goes for nut allergies. ...
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    ARCHIVED Scd Diet

    Michi8 replied to a topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    I just took "Breaking the Vicious Cycle" by Elaine Gottshcall out of the library, and am interested to hear how many others are doing the SCD too. AFAIK, it's not a hoax...I'll be reading through the book before I try the diet though. Michelle
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    I've seen Thai Kitchen products recommended many times here, so decided to try some...and they are great! Just wanted to remind others that many, but not all, of their products are gluten free. I mistakenly purchased their Hot & Sour Rice Noodle Bowl without carefully reading the ingredients list. This is one of their products that does contain...
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    I was trying to figure out what you meant by "celiac disease cover"...took me a minute to translate it to C D...darned forum filter! LOL! Of all the singers I see Melinda and Jordin being the most likely to win. I can see Melinda being on a C D cover. There are a few successful artists out ther who don't have the typical "look." It all depends on the photography...
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    Thank you for the suggestion. My son is definitely not a natural at most sports, so it takes some effort to get him out to really play. His passion is reading and writing, so even when he's outside, it's tough to get him moving. Having a trampoline in our yard helps get him out there more. He is also a big guy...not fat, but we know he will be a big...
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    That's interesting. There is no insert for the product we have...it gets prepared at a compounding pharmacy. I will check out Miralax some more online. We're certainly not seeing any such side effects for my son, and he has had no mood changes. However, he is somewhat lethargic, but it goes hand in hand with his slow bowels...I think whatever is the root...
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    Yes, constipation can be a symptom. Some have only constipation, some switch between constipation and diarrhea, some only have diarrhea and some have no GI symptoms at all. There is a very long list of possible symptoms associated with celiac disease and/or gluten intolerance. I recommend checking out the book Celiac Disease: A Hidden Epidemic by Dr Peter...
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    Miralax=PEG. Our sons are taking the same product. PEG stands for polyethylene glycol. In Canada, it is only available in the generic form, and is not considered a prescription item. Our pediatrician believes that PEG is very safe as it simply pulls water into the intestine, and is not supposed to cause dependence. We have have seen no side effects whatsoever...
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    Yup. My husband is of the "need a drs official diagnosis" camp. I've had no luck with diagnosis for gluten intolerance, but have symptoms as long as I am tall. So I'm trying the diet. He agrees that I need to figure something out, because it's clear that my symptoms are an issue. But he is concerned that I will go through this diet and not believe in...
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    ARCHIVED Curve's Fitness

    Michi8 replied to BamBam's topic in Sports and Fitness

    Do not discount Pilates though. You won't see the same "results" as weight training and cardio, but it is very, very good for developing your core strength and flexibility which in turn supports proper spinal aligment...it will ensure that you perform other exercise and activities safely and effectively. Michelle
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    I've had luck with using crystal antiperspirants before....many years ago. I can't remember why I stopped using it. I find that deoderant doesn't work well for me, antiperspirant is better...but I think I need to give crystal another shot. In terms of detox, you may find your sweat smells less if you make sure you sweat thoroughly on a regular basis...
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    Swiss Chalet, BTW, has a pamphlet on food ingredients and allergies. They list all the items on their menu and whether it has wheat, gluten, dairy, peanuts etc. Just ask the manager or hostess for a copy. They are very accomodating of customers' dietary needs. Montana's (part of the Cara chain along with Swiss Chalet) also has a gluten free menu. Also part...
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    ARCHIVED Curve's Fitness

    Michi8 replied to BamBam's topic in Sports and Fitness

    Unfortuately, you can't target weight loss. But you can work on muscle strength and tone. Doing pilates is great for working on the core muscles which helps support your body in everything you do. There is also a lot of work on flexibility. Yoga may be helpful too. However, if your main goal is to lose weight overall, then maybe use a cardio machine...
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    It could be anything..allergic reaction, virus, heat rash, DH. Best to have your dr or dermatologist look at it. Michelle
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    April, what you are describing sounds a lot like psoriasis to me (especially with the thickening skin.) My elbows do the same...and that is what the dermatologist said sounds like psoriasis (rather than eczema that I was diagnosed with many years ago.) For some people, their psoriasis gets better with a gluten-free diet. The "DH" lesions, on me, react...
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    #5, 9, 24 Michelle
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    I don't want to get into an argument. Just want to point out that legal med use, and the move towards decriminalization for possession (of small amounts...being a dealer would still be illegal) is across the board in Canada (not just in parts.) Hemp is 100% legal here, and has good nutritional value and is widely available in products as well as food...
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    It's not just you, and I think drs give incorrect labels a lot due to skin conditions looking similar. You need to see a dr or dermatologist who doesn't just glance at it and give you a quick answer. They need to take your history, and really examine what is going on. I got a label of eczema years ago, only to find out now that what I had/have was/is...
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    The laws are quite different in Canada and the U.S. Medical use is allowed here, and is supplied and controlled through the federal government (though there has been some question to the potency and effectiveness of this medical grade drug.) There have also been changes to the possession laws. This forum does host more than U.S. citizens, and I think the...
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    It doesn't look like typical ringworm. The ring is usually more pronounced, whereas these images do not show a ring. It is more likely psoriasis, but I really think a doctor should be consulted, because it really could be any number of things. Ringworm is not caused by dirty homes, but it is contagious, and can be contracted from animals (pets) as well...
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    Since this is so important, have you considered phoning them directly? Perhaps they didn't receive the email, or haven't been responding over the long weekend. Your original post was on Saturday (I'm not sure when you sent the email to them), and it's entirely possible that they have been closed until today. Michelle Edit: These are the company's hours...
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    Maybe...or maybe not. The problem is that the scarring from a lesion can look like so many other skin issues...eczema, psoriasis, etc. You really need a dr to look at an active lesion. Michelle
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    There are good links and photos on this site: Open Original Shared Link Michelle
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    Sadly, some of the worst public washrooms I've seen have been in the U.S....especially in NYC. Only the washroom at the airport in Moscow, Russia was worse. The Walmarts around here are actually not all that bad. Michelle
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    You can get the pharmacy to make up a cream with menthol (usually in Glaxal Base). My daughter had a prescription written up for it, but I don't know if it needs a prescription. Michelle
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