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  1. pamelaD
    my recomendations: Vinci- Italian- Old Town area- on Halsted just north of North Ave- HAS gluten-free MENU Adobo Grill- SW/mex-Old Town- at North Ave and Wells- HAS gluten-free MENU Bistro 110- across from watertower place north michigan ave- Chef's daughter is allergic to peanuts and he is great about allergies and understands the contamination...
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    Here's one I made for dinner last night that turned out yummy: one serving 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1 tablespoon rice vinegar dash wochestershire sauce basil oregano black pepper btw- I use Dannon plain nonfat yogurt, but all their other flavored ones are not officiall gluten-free; the mustard was grey poupon; the...
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    I believe that the cross contamination issue is the most important thing to address when eating out. When a server tells me, "yes the chef says this dish is gluten free", I always remind them to clean the grill, don fresh gloves, use a fresh pan/bowl, etc... I had a lovely meal this last weekend at Flemmings Steakhouse in Richmond, Va. The server...
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    I lick envelopes all the time... well 5 or 6 a month (bills), and have never had a reacation. I remember reading somewhere that envelopes USED TO have gluten, but the newer ones do not. So if you have an older box of envelopes, perhaps buy some new ones. I am only speaking from my experience.... Is anyone out there sure they have had a reaction from...
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    Celiac YES Diabetes NO FEMALE
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    I find Blue Diamond Nut thins and Kame rice crackers in the 'regular' section at the grocery store. These are actually my favorite gluten-free crackers. But..... I have read some seem to react to these brands. The ingredients are gluten-free, but there is some question as the the factory cross-contamination issue. I have never had a problem with them...
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    Hi all, I live in one of the several states to which Mission Corn Tortillas are not distributed! Any other brands you have tried and not had a bad reaction? How about the Whole Foods store brand? Thanks, Pam
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    Quinoa is a great substititue for couscous in tabboulli (sp?). It might satisfy your craving for bulgar, too. It is a very high protien grain. You cook it up just like rice- be sure to rinse it well and make sure there are no hulls, or it will taste a bit bitter. Good Luck, Pam
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    Places I know of in Chicago with Gluten Free Sections on their menu: -Wildfire Steakhouse (west on Erie or Superior?) -Adobo Grill (at North Ave and Wells)- swouthwestern/spanish/mexican -Vinci (just north of North Ave on Halsted)- Italian (awesome polenta!) I have had lovely meals (after calling ahead, faxing info) at: -Prairie (Dearborn and Conress...
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    Ruth, Yes! We went and it was wonderful! They have three sections on their gluten free menu: 1) foods from the regular menu that are already gluten free 2) dishes that can be made gluten free with a substitution or two and 3) dishes that must be ordered 24 hours in advance to be made gluten free. I would not bother with the ordering ahead issue, because...
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    Try aleo vera gel! It realy soothes the throat/tummy/etc... I recommend the GEL, not the JUICE (works better, I think). Swallow a couple of tablespoons, or mix some with a little juice (it doesn't taste all that good, unfortunately). You should be able to find it at health food stores. Whole foods has it in the herb section. It comes in a plastic...
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    Hi all, My husband and I will be in Boston the weekend of the 24th and are looking for an up-scale restaurant for Sat night. We already have reservations at the Elephant Walk (with gluten-free menu) for Friday night. I know what you are thinking..... any 'up-scale' place can do great gluten-free food on request. True, but I am interested in hearing of...
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    I believe that the separate utensil and pan issue is a controversial one. I do not have separate pans in my kitchen and have never had a contamination problem. If you clean the dishes very well, there should be no left on gluten on them! I pay special attention to utensils and strainers used for 'real' pasta, being sure there is no residue on them...
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    Night sweats can be a symptom of an autoimmune reaction/inflamation, so it makes sense that you have them as part of a gluten reaction. I have lupus and have night sweats related to that autoimmune disease off and on for years. I also had terrible night sweats just before I got my gall bladder removed (turns out it was inflamed). If you have night sweats...
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    Here's my trip report from our trip to Richmond over Labor Day weekend: We ended up at Acacia in Cary Town for lunch on Monday and they did a great job! The hostess/server took my one page gluten-free-info sheet back to the kitchen and she told me they have one 'regular' who is gluten-free. They seemed to be very aware of ingreadient issues (although...
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    Hi all, I found some Glennys Soy crisps in the low carb section of my grocery store and the package had 'wheat and gluen' free written on it! I found their website: Open Original Shared Link and not all of their products are gluten-free, but most are. If you go to the 'contact' link on the top left, they have a FAQ that lists all their gluten-free products...
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    My suggestion is YOGA. I have found that yoga has not only strengthened my core muscles and made me a more fit person, but also has helped with stress. Yoga can be very centering and grounding. The relaxation/mediatation aspect is what really makes it wonderful. I would suggest, though, that you find a yoga studio to join instead of just taking classes...
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    Thanks Gretchen for calling for me! I guess I'll do my best, as usaul. I'll probably hit a Ukrops and have lunches at my in-laws... I actually found a gluten-free list on the Ukrops website. And Thanks to 'lovegrov', too, for the info on Ruth Chris. I will take this with me when I go. I also plan on calling them a few days in advance to see if they have...
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    Hi all, We will be visiting family in Richmond over Labor Day weekend. I have not been there since being diagnosed in late Feb. We are planning on going to the new Bonefish Grill (gluten-free menu). My husband insists on going to Ruth Chris Steakhouse (instead of Outback- gluten-free menu; or Flemings- which has a mention on the Richmond GIG site as...
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    This is a great thread- lots of good ideas for me: breakfast= cream of rice cereal or fresh fruit lunch= usually soup: imagine cream of corn or a Thai Kithcen rice noodle soup with veggies on the side and some gluten-free crackers snacks= hersheys kisses, envirokidz bars, rice or soy crackers dinner= usually a big salad with lots of fresh veggies...
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    If you are making a quickbread recipe that uses baking soda, buttermilk is used because it is slightly acidic and (in combo with the soda) causes the bread to rise. For a cup of buttermilk you may substitute with a cup of milk with 1 teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice added or with a cup of yogurt (also acidic). If you cannot have diary.... soy milk...
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    Here are my 2cents.... 1) fav desserts- anything chocolate: flourless chocolate cake, chocolate sorbet, chocolate cookies 2) least favorites: cheesecake, creme brulee, white/yellow cake (boring!) 3) live with one other person (husband) 4)usually eat with my husband only; I take my lunch into work and usually eat at my desk, but sometimes with...
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    Hi all, So what anti gas med out there CAN we take!! I have taken gasX in the past durning nasty, painful gas attacks and they have helped (maybe they just helped more than they hurt). I will obviously not be using them anymore......any ideas? Pam
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    Hi Jill, My hair was falling out just as you describe. I was diagnosed after gall bladder probs/removal and therefore was not eating well at all for about 2 or 3 months (lost 20 lbs!). I think, as you say, it is a symptom of vitamin deficiency. I have been gluten-free for about 4 months now (and am feeling great). Over these four months my hairloss...
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    Michelle, Two great places with gluten-free menus (ask, they are separate, not on the regular menu) are Adobo Grill (spanish/mexican) at Piper's Alley (North Ave/Clark St) and Vinci (Italian) on Halsted just north of North Ave. I have also dined successfullly at Bistro 110 (the chef has a kid with peanut allergy- so he is aware of the seriousness of special...
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