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  1. disneyfan
    I am new to the WW Core Plan and have tried to eat FF foods like cheese, yogurt, pudding and milk. I am finding just within the past two days that my stomach is upset when I have this. I also tried Splenda in my coffee last night and same thing, didn't like the taste and upset my stomach. I also have such an empty feeling when I substitute these foods...
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    After all the encouragement, I finally joined WW and I'm doing the core plan. This is my first week but I'm not expecting any great results. Here's my problem- I am really trying to use FF milk, and FF american cheese slices, as well as FF yogurt. I find that the FF versions taste like plastic and I am hungry after eating these foods. The milk tastes...
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    I tried the GFP cake/cookie mix for the first time and need suggestions. I did follow the directions exactly on the package and maybe that was the problem. I was a little surprised the package shows a two layer cake because the mix only makes a thin one layer cake. I did not overbake but found the cake to be dry...I was very tempted to eat the Duncan...
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    Nature's Path gluten free wheat free Corn Flakes are very good. They are a little more crunchy than regular corn flakes but they taste like regular cereal. They are sold at Wild Oats, Sweetbay, Publix, and online.
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    P.S. I was referring to the posting by aprilh...
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    I totally agree with the last post on this topic. If your iron levels are that low, the doctor may be looking for any sign of internal bleeding, not only from your monthly cycle. On the other hand, if you iron levels are that low right now, I'm not sure I would want anyone poking around inside where it could cause additional bleeding! I have had...
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    ARCHIVED Need A Doctor In Tampa, Fl

    disneyfan replied to nattrail's topic in Doctors

    I have heard good things about this doctor with Florida Medical Clinic. I would not recommend Dr. Franks. W. Hunter Eubanks, M.D. 14547 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Suite A Tampa, FL 33613 813.977.8985
  8. disneyfan
    Hopefully I can help with a couple of things because I have osteopenia too. It is possible that while you were pregnant, you were losing calcium because your baby takes calcium from you. If you were not absorbing enough calcium because of malabsorption issues, that would explain the diagnosis of osteopenia. I had a positive IGG and Endomysial Antibody...
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    I had dark circles and puffiness under my eyes for years. I even went to the eye dr concerned because my eyes felt "gritty" and I always looked very tired. I also cannot go outside without sunglasses because of sensitivity to sunlight. After going gluten free, I started absorbing vitamins and iron (was anemic) and my dark circles are gone. The puffiness...
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    Yes, absolutely biotin works. I take Biotin 2500mcg (GNC gluten free) once a day and I have noticed a huge difference for the better. My hair was falling out due to malabsorption combined with low iron and thyroid. I started taking biotin faithfully about two months ago and my hair is finally starting to look like it used to. The biotin has also been...
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    I have also suffered from low iron for years until I discovered celiac and gluten free information. My symptoms were similar to the last postings, fatigue, weakness, irritability. I also had heavy periods and had terrible restless legs at night and while sitting in the car for long periods of time. I had those awful looking dark circles under my eyes....
  12. disneyfan
    From what you are describing, you have been on and off for several weeks trying to "test" your system, and then went back to eating gluten and wheat. Your stomach doesn't know what's going on...except for the fact that I would bet you are definitely gluten intolerant and the tests will probably show that. I went gluten free almost 1 year ago and in the...
  13. disneyfan
    Have you ever had your thyroid levels checked?
  14. disneyfan
    I would keep pursuing the thyroid testing with your doctor because even though my levels are within "normal" lab ranges, they may not be normal for me. For instance, if my TSH is around 3, I am exhausted, gaining weight, and feel horrible. I usually try to keep it between 1-2 otherwise my system is completely off. My doctor will ask "how do you feel" and...
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    Thanks for the response. I think I might try the one week free to see how I like it and if I can stick with it before I pay to join online. When you say it takes a lot of prep, is that because that's how you do your food planning or do they have set meals you have to follow? I was hoping that you could follow the allowed foods and make up your own meals...
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    Does anyone have any good tasting bread suggestions for making panini sandwiches? I recently purchased a panini grill and would love to make a "real" sandwich using a gluten free bread that doesn't taste and feel like a brick! I tried the millet bread once where you had to keep it frozen, then try to toast it...disgusting! I would really like to be able...
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    I was looking online at Weight Watchers and also read that their core plan could be more suitable for a gluten free diet. Is there anyone who is following Weight Watchers and is able to maintain a gluten free diet? I am interested to know what you can eat and how this plan works compared to the Flex plan (points). I'm not crazy about worrying about points...
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    I bought Yoplait 99% fat free 6oz containers yesterday and noticed the same thing. I just called and asked why there was no "gluten free" label on these containers. I was told that they have not changed the product ingredients, but they are working on getting the same labels on all containers. The rep told me that depending on what warehouse the products...
  19. disneyfan
    I have two suggestions: - Find a new doctor that will listen to you. A year is a long time and results could change. She may have only had her celiac triggered at that time and now it may show up in tests. - If no response from dr, then try her on a gluten free diet and see how she feels. I have not had a firm diagnosis but did have two blood tests...
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    I read all the benefits of flax seed and bought some too. I started researching about flax seed and kept finding articles relating to thyroid levels. I called my dr because I was concerned about the warnings that it can lower your thyroid function and cause hypothyroidism. He said DO NOT use flax seed if you have any thyroid problems at all. I was...
  21. disneyfan
    It may be caused by some hidden gluten that you are eating and not realizing. Some people are sensitive to the smallest amount of gluten and not know they are ingesting it. I would also suggest if you have not already, schedule yourself for a bone density scan just to make sure your celiac disease has not caused osteopenia or osteoporosis which would...
  22. disneyfan
    You sound like you have the symptoms of hypothyroid. If your doctor did the correct tests, you may be within the "normal" range, but it may not be the right level for you. If my tests results fall in the normal range, it depends if its "low" normal or "high" normal. Usually, I feel much better if my TSH remains under 2. Your doctor should be listening to...
  23. disneyfan
    I tried this bread for the first time today and I was not impressed. The bread can be used as a hand weight since it is so heavy frozen. From everything I have read, you keep it frozen and then have to toast it before eating. I toasted it but it never softened and it was so tough to eat even with Wild Oats concorde grape fruit spread. Suggestions please...
  24. disneyfan
    Nature Made vitamins are gluten free and say it on the bottle. Exercise will help your mood, your muscles, and your overall well being so definitely enjoy the Y membership!
  25. disneyfan
    What foods are considered "nightshades"? Thanks for all the encouraging replies, I guess it will just take a little more time. At least I'm still awake after finishing dinner!
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