angel-jd1

I find that it is much easier to just call the pharmaceutical company myself. That way I know exactly what the person on the other end says. I also think that pharmacies are very busy places, and I am sure they have enough problems to deal with. I call on my own....but do always ask for the company name that produced my drug.

-Jessica

You can also print out a copy of the gluten-free menu online and carry it in with you to the location. I would be sure that you make them aware of your diet even if you do carry in the menu. That way they can use clean gloves and prep-areas etc.

-Jessica

I added the cheese before the cream. When I went to make it, I noticed it didn't have instructions on that part.... So just made a guess and put it in before the cream...let it melt and then added the cream. It turned out great!

-Jessica

I FINALLY had time to try this recipe. It is sooooo good!! and SOOOOOo easy to make. WOW!! I love it!!

-Jessica

A good way to help your body absorb iron is to have a vitamin C product when you have iron. For example.....when you eat a hamburger or steak...drink a glass of Orange Juice either with it, or directly before or after. This will help you absorb better.

-Jessica

I personally would not go by this list, because each restaurant prepares their dishes in different ways. In different states they have different food prep regulations etc. If you really wish to eat there...you will have to sit down with the manager like webgyrl did...and go over each and every item. This will allow you to be more safe and lessen your chances of getting something that is bad.

Even if you do this, you risk the chance of getting a manager who has no idea what you are talking about, and just says "yep that's gluten free"

Good luck!!

-Jessica

Kathleen-

I emailed Peter this morning, he said my copy of the book was shipped out this morning!! I can't wait to read it.

I didn't realize I had submitted so much! ha I was looking through the table of contents of the book online and I have 4 articles and 1 recipe!! haha I guess I must have been feeling wordy that day!!

I can't wait to get my book...it looks like he is trying to do a second edition of it. So anyone who wishes to participate I am sure that they can.....the website is here: Open Original Shared Link

-Jessica

First of all, Welcome to the board.

The reason I pointed these things out to you is.....I spent a good 30 min. cleaning up the message trail that you left. I am not paid for this job, it is a volunteer position that I enjoy doing. It helps the celiac community.

I just want you to know how to use the board and what the rules are. If we do not let you know, then how will you learn to get around on here? Please do not be offended by my statement. I just wanted you to know your posts were going through, and that you need to be careful when posting. End of story.

-Jessica

Sure....just go here: Open Original Shared Link Enjoy!!

-Jessica

Meenucat-

People are seeing your posts. Please stop re-posting your information. You are going against board rules/guidelines by posting the same things all these times. You can find your multiple posts all under one category now. Having multiple posts bogs down the board and makes it less effective. Please take the time to make yourself familiar with the rules and guidelines of this board and community. Thanks!

-Jessica

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Best Wishes to you all!!

The worst part of the scopes is the prep. I had to drink some nasty liquid!! BLEH!! It was very gross!! I did wake up during my scope. I layed there and watched it on tv. I didn't feel a thing though!! If I can say that I woke up during the procedue and STILL say the worst part is the prep...don't worry!! Everything will be fine. Just think of it as a step in the right direction twards a healthy life.

-Jessica

Bryers Yogurt is made by Kraft. Kraft has a statement that says that it will put any allergen information on the label. For example if the modified food starch was made of wheat it would say Modified Food Starch (from wheat). Read each flavor label carefully. I eat strawberry alot. It is fine, I eat it quite frequently.

-Jessica

Thomas-

I just wanted to thank you for making me smile with your funny topic title. I now have that song stuck in my head!!

As far as the eating Asian style food. I eat it ALL THE TIME!! It is very quick and easy to make, makes great leftovers, and is healthy and YUMMY!! I am always whipping up a stir-fry of some sort.

-Jessica

I went back to the Dr. today, I still wasn't feeling very good after 3 days on the new antibiotics. They did a test and I still have the infection. BLEH!! It wasn't clearing up like she thought it should be, so .......I am on yet another antibiotic!!!!!!

That's right folks, I am now on 2 antibiotics at the same time!! I take one kind twice a day and another high powered one once a day. This had better kick this stupid kidney infection. I am in so much pain and I am so run down. I can't keep up this pace and be sick.

I have to teach three days a week, and take college classes 2 days a week. I work evenings and weekends and I AM WORN OUT!!!

Sorry had to vent....I am just very frustrated that I can't seem to kick this infection. I hope the new antibiotics work. If they don't I guess, according to the dr, I get to take a trip to the hospital for some tests . I hate being poked on!!

-Jessica

Stonewear, such as those from the Pampered Chef, are very porous. There is a HUGE chance that you will be contaminating yourself if you continue to use them. I know that stinks!! But you have to think in terms of health and your body, instead of in dollars and cents.

Best wishes-Jessica

I am in Kansas, but the Dr. that helped to diagnose me just moved back to Ohio. He wasn't an expert in Celiac Disease, HOWEVER, he was MORE than willing to learn and open to anything. He was a great guy....you might try to see where he is in Ohio....his name is Dr. Brian Hendrickson. Best wishes.

-Jessica

I keep all of my gluten free flours in the refrigerator. It seems to help them last a little longer for me.

-Jessica

ha ha ha Laura....exactly how many dozens of cookies have you eaten in the last few days? haha Sounds like quite a few...oh well they are Gluten Free!! So enjoy them.

Thanks for doing the freezer experiment. Now I know that if I ever get any extra cookies ha I can freeze them.

Happy Baking....and Eating!!

-Jessica

I don't know how well they will freeze. I haven't tried to freeze them yet. I'm not sure they would keep their soft squishy melt-in-your-mouth consistency after being in the freezer. Let me know if you try to freeze some and see how they turn out.

I didn't have enough to even put in the freezer after my family got ahold of them! ha

-Jessica

Looks like we might have another option here is info from another group that I belong to, just thought I would pass it along!!

-Jessica

Open Original Shared Link

Arby's is also on the "low-carb" craze. They are promoting their "Arby's Low Carbys" Menu... now you can enjoy any of your favorite Arby's Sandwiches the Low Carbys Way - served on green leaf lettuce without the bread.

Their Roast Beef is gluten free, so you can go there and order a "Low Carb Roast Beef" and it will be served to you beautifully (for fast food) on a big leaf of lettuce in a container with a lid, along with a fork. There's no explaing to do about "hold the bun, etc., etc.,"

You can view their whole menu and read about their Low Carbys menu by clicking on this link... (just remember, not all their Low Carbys items are gluten free... some of the LowCarbys items are still breaded and fried).

from Open Original Shared Link

Cream of Broccoli Soup (Low Carb)

1 Tbsp butter

2 T onion, chopped

1 14 oz can chicken broth

1 pound broccoli floweretts

1 1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp garlic

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 tsp xantham gun (thickener)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Note: She said that she found the xantham gum in a health food store and

that it is expensive but lasts well.

In 3 qt sauce pan, saute onion in butter over low heat until softened but

not brown, about 3 minutes.

Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add broccoli, salt, garlic and

reduce heat to low and cook covered til soft, about 15 minutes.

Add cream and heat through; do not boil. Slowly sprinkel in xanthan gun

and stir til thick. Serve hot!

Makes 4 servings with about 5.7 grams of carbs per serving.

Note: I plan to decrease the fat by using at least some skim milk and maybe

half and half.

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I haven't tried this recipe yet, but I can't wait. I LOVE broccoli cheese soup. I am sure this one is good. A friend passed this on to me and even her KIDS beg to have it for supper!!! That gets the golden seal for me! ha

Enjoy!!

-Jessica

I went to the Dr. this afternoon. It seems that the last round of antibiotics didn't TOUCH my stupid infection. Instead it has just had 7 days to get worse

SOOOOOoooo I'm on yet another antibiotic......this one had better work. She said I will have to go to the hospital for some tests if it doesn't . I have been poked and prodded enough in my life ha .

I have been drinking lots of water and cranberry juice. I went and bought some yogurt today. I Don't want a yeast infection from all these antibiotics haha

I am completely and totally worn out. Teaching second graders and feeling like poo are not a good mix. I hope to be back to full speed soon. Thanks to everybody for their kind words.

-Jessica

Before I was diagnosed I would write down any symptom on a piece of paper, then when I went to the dr I would take that paper with me. I also tried to monitor body temp.

Sometimes it is easy to get into the office and forget key things that you wanted to tell the dr about, so write it down!! It sure helped me.

-Jessica

Thanks to you both. I am going to try to get an appointment for this afternoon. I have to go student teach today (2nd graders) and I really can't miss that, wish I could so I could see the dr. Hopefully they can get me in after school!!!

It is disappointing that I just had a week (my spring break ha) on antibiotics and it doesn't seem to have totally cleared things up. That is why I am suspecting stones...well that and the PAIN! ha

I was just curious if anybody had heard of the link before...it was new news to me.

-Jessica

Last week I was feeling miserable. I was diagnosed with a kidney infection. I took 7 days of antibiotics and am still not feeling so great. I am having some extreme pain and am thinking it might be kidney stones!! OUCH!

I was reading up on kidney stones and infections and such and it says that people with disorders of the stomach, intestines etc are more likely to get these?!?!

Does anyone else have trouble with this....and/or have more research on the subject of a link here?

Thanks!

-Jessica