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  1. Gamecreature
    I agree the dairy. I've only been gluten-free for about a month now and I've noticed some strong reactions to pure dairy and butter. The reaction is less when I use skim milk and margarine. I have heard that the older you are, the longer it takes to heal. I'm 45 and that certainly seems to be the case with me. Some symptoms went away immediately while others...
  2. Gamecreature
    My GI felt that the blood work and my reaction to the gluten-free diet were sufficient for his diagnosis. Fine by me.
  3. Gamecreature
    That's possible. My GI has been very good so far and seems to really understand Celiac, but I have to keep reminding him that I no longer have a gall bladder.
  4. Gamecreature
    Okay, I'll say it. Find another doctor. You health is too important to rely on the treatment of someone who chooses to remain misinformed on diagnoses and treatment.
  5. Gamecreature
    I wrote to both of my senators and a member of the senate committee on Agriculture (I'd write to my representative, but my previous correspondence with him have proven that he's completely useless - at least my senators seem to take my opinions seriously). I encourage all of you to do it - it's really not that hard. Everyone should take an active role in...
  6. Gamecreature
    We use a hot air popper - no oil, just popcorn.
  7. Gamecreature
    Excellent resources. BTW, if anyone wants to contact their representative, you can find them here: Open Original Shared Link Open Original Shared Link
  8. Gamecreature
    Here's the list of members on the Senate committee for Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry: Open Original Shared Link My senator isn't one of them, but I'll probably write to several of them anyway. We're the government and we should start taking charge of how it does its job.
  9. Gamecreature
    I appreciate you setting me straight on this. I have more than one bowl with the inevitable permanent tomato sauce stain and I jumped to conclusions. I had such a strong reaction yesterday (stomach pain, brain fog, etc.) that I thought I must have been glutened, but as Laura points out, it's too soon for me to be considered "in the clear" from pre-diet gluten...
  10. Gamecreature
    As this affects 2.25 million Americans, maybe we should write our representatives?
  11. Gamecreature
    Thanks Laura, I think you are correct. I'm definitely not 100% and while I feel much better each little "incident" like this certainly throws me off balance. You're right, I have a long way to go - I just never expected the reversals like this to occur. It's a lot to deal with!
  12. Gamecreature
    I've only been gluten-free for three weeks, which means we still have a cupboard full of plastic from the gluten days. After being so careful to avoid contamination elsewhere in the kitchen, it completely escaped my attention that these things have been in the microwave time and time again and getting food particles stuck in them every time. Getting a new...
  13. Gamecreature
    So I bring in some leftovers from home to eat for lunch today and I made the mistake of heating my food inside the container instead of putting it in a clean dish. It completely slipped my mind that these containers that we've been using for years would be a great source of contamination. Now I'm feeling miserable and irritated and there's nothing I can take...
  14. Gamecreature
    Wow Steve, your boss certainly sounds like a piece of work. You should start cataloging these little incidents. If she's singling you out, then you might need to talk to her supervisor. Then again, you could just send the list to me - I could always use some more material for Working Daze.
  15. Gamecreature
    Personally, I think it's time for folks to write to their congressmen and get the FDA to establish some standards for "Gluten Free." I am so sick and tired of seeing the major companies using the "FDA hasn't established standards" copout for not being gluten free. By my estimate, there are 2.25 million Americans affected by this and since an uncontaminated...
  16. Gamecreature
    Just goes to show, you don't want me mixing your drinks!
  17. Gamecreature
    Shucks, I can't seem to get past 19!
  18. Gamecreature
    I know I'd be steamed, too. If it were me, I'd talk to my manager and let them know how you felt. Judging by their response, you might need to decide if your skills would be better appreciated somewhere else. I can't stand it when a company takes their employees for granted.
  19. Gamecreature
    I'm not an expert on spirits (I'm a tea-totaller) but I know that beer (made from grains) is no good and wine (made from grapes) is usually safe. As I understand it, spirits are made by distilling beer or wine to increase the alcohol content. That means spirits that come from beer (like whiskey) should be avoided while spirits that come from wine (like brandy...
  20. Gamecreature

    ARCHIVED Snacks

    Gamecreature replied to linds's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    Can't go wrong with fresh fruits and vegetables (apples, carrots, etc.) Add some protein in the form of cheese or peanut butter and you'll be set.
  21. Gamecreature
    I hasten to point put that only the "Honey Rice" variety of Puffins cereal is gluten free. Some stores accidentally put all varieties in the gluten-free section.
  22. Gamecreature
    Jennie-O has a listing of their gluten-free turkey products, including ground turkey and turkey franks. Here's the list (scroll down): Open Original Shared Link
  23. Gamecreature
    Like you I am a newbie. I've had stomach problems as long as I can remember but it was only after I felt that I wasn't getting better after Gallbladder surgery that I've been diagnosed with Celiac Disease (and it took over a year before the doctor thought to test for it). I cannot tolerate eggs - they give me painful cramps - so it's cereal or nothing...
  24. Gamecreature
    Thank you for sharing that, Sagemoon, I really should count my blessings! I'm not concerned about the biopsy procedure - I figure it will be similar to the endoscopy I had earlier (when they were still trying to figure out what I had - shame the doctor didn't go a little further). I frankly don't remember a thing. At any rate, I feel for my wife who'll...
  25. Gamecreature
    Yep, I think I need to let folks know. I'm just trying to figure out the right words. I think my best course of action with the biopsy is to talk it over with the doc. It would be nice to know the extent of the damage and how long before the villi recover - my stomach's in a very delicate state right now and I get terrible heartburn from even the mildest...
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