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  1. chatycady
    Well it could be the butter.? I used to get those itchy bumps that hurt like all get out when I scratched them, on my face, but they went away when I started B-12 shots. I have pernicious anemia. I also had eczema on my eyelids that really was sore. It went away too with the shots. Could you be deficient in a vitamin or mineral? I guess you could cut...
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    I would try a stick or two of celery. Or you can cook a stalk of celery first. It's suppose to keep a person regular. I can understand your apprehension! You know your body best. Ribbons is not a good thing when it comes to BM's! I used to get horrible stomach cramps with ribbons. How about hot water? My Aunt and Uncle drink it to help them with C.
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    I agree with Mushroom. It's possible that your intestine is so damaged that you don't produce digestive enzymes, therefore you need simple foods to eat. Home made chicken soup from scratch will help you heal. Water Fresh chicken (NO ADDITIVES!) fresh carrots fresh celery fresh onions salt and pepper Hope this helps you feel better!
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    At first I thought the diet was alot of work too. Making yogurt, broth, etc. etc. But I've gotten into a routine and I actually enjoy cooking again. I can make yogurt quicker and get other things done while I wait for it to cool, etc. I've been on the diet for 6 months and have never felt better or had so much energy. And I sleep like a baby. Just be...
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    How about upping magnesium supplements for a week or two? I used to take 1000mcg's in the morning and again at night. The other things you are taking are they SCD compliant? I'm scared of those type things as I seem to react to them. The herbal laxative? What's it made from? Do you eat lots of celery? Just some ideas you may want to try. Hope you get...
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    I'm sorry you are feeling so poorly. I too struggled with the gluten free diet for over a year, but then I came across the Specific Carbohydrate diet. It's the original gluten free diet for celiacs. It helped me gain back my strength, my sanity, and my health. I read the book breaking the vicious cycle, it had a really good chapter on celiac disease and how...
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    oops! Sorry I thought I was in the SCD board......
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    Have you tried the 24 hour yogurt? I would start there - slowly. Baby steps
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    Yes, it is very normal! There will be times when he will appear to be normal, but each bout will be more severe and more damage is done. He will have weeks of normalcy, then days of illness. Back and forth until eventually he is malnourished and has all sorts of problems from anemia to heart or liver problems. Plus he may develop all sorts of autoimmune...
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    THis yoga class used an excercise ball and it was difficult to keep my balance! I loved it and plan on going back. So any special place you would recommend I should see in Cody? I will definently go through the museums. Love american history.!
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    I don't know, but I would call the company. Usually there is a website or 1-800 number you can call and ask if they added sugar or anything. I've got a similar question about Smuker's all natural peanut butter. Is it legal?
  12. chatycady
    Cat is right on! I also feel like I'm 20. I'm 53 and have suffered from this disease since my teens, but wasn't diagnosed until 51! I've spent most of my life extremely fatigued and anemic. I follow the specific carbohydrate diet. I gave up a lot, but also am eating delicious food and am no longer miserable! WHOO HOOO! I believe simple, natural and...
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    ARCHIVED Pica?

    chatycady replied to zeta-lilly's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    I had pica until they found I had pernicious anemia. (ice) B-12 shots solved that. But I still crave salt. I just ate a whole jar of dill pickles tonight. I figure I must need it. I have low blood pressure. I still like the smell of burned matches. And I ate play doh too as a child I still like the smell of a fresh can!
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    Good evening all; I finally ditched the coffee and illegal creamer (just a teaspoon in my coffee) and I have found my muscle cramps are not as intense or as often. I went to my first Yoga class to night, ate before I left, which was a big mistake. I almost threw up in the middle of the class! My foot started to cramp a little, but I was able to work...
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    Check out the original gluten free diet for celiac. It's called the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. Dr. Haas had 100% success with it. Do web search and read about it. It worked for me! Gluten-free is not always enough. Take care and God speed!
  16. chatycady
    Colby cheese, swiss cheese and cheddar cheese have less lactose in them. You may be okay to eat these. Or you can always make your own 24 hour yogurt that is totally lactose free. Many of us celiacs make our own. You can find the recipe at www.scdiet.org
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    I don't know much about Addison's, but I do know that banana's are very high in carbs. Celiac's don't digest carbs the best. Eat banana's that are very very ripe only - lots of dark brown spots. (Who like's them this way???)
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    Ok. I searched the web and found some of the symptoms for addison's disease are: low blood sugar, low blood pressure, headaches, and muscle cramps, fatigue. I have all of these. Should I be tested?
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    Do you have an digestive issues when you are low on B-12? I used to get indigestion and have "butterflies" in my stomach. I have delayed shots and get these symptoms. Just wondering. Thanks
  20. chatycady
    Well, I know I get very LOW blood sugar (hypoglycemia) from gluten-free grains. I don't eat any of it now. Most gluten -free breads are even higher in carbs than regular bed, so I would think it would be a problem for people with blood sugar issues. Sorry - I'm not much help.
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    I have been on the diet for 5 months and still struggle with DCCC. It has a little lactose in it. I think 1% or so and it bothers me. So I make the yogurt cheese and use it instead. Go slowly on the yogurt, is my advice. I love the stuff and eat it at every meal. I'm hoping the calcium will improve my osteopenia. I hope the diet is as successful for you...
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    You may have a problem digesting and metabolizing protein. My sister has this trouble and it's associated with adrenal problems. Protein such as beef and pork give her trouble. Chicken and fish are easier to digest. You can add water to the beef and let it simmer. It may make it easier to digest. You may want to check out the specific carbohydrate diet...
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    Unfortunately I may have been one of those people. I don't think I ever told anyone that they should see a shrink, but I may have thought it! Last night I attended a retirement party. The meal was catered. I took my yogurt along, just in case there wasn't anything to eat. Sure enough, everything had some type of cream soup on it or mixes. So I quietly...
  25. chatycady
    Thanks for the advice. I think I'll stick with the shots. Maybe when I'm 100% better I"ll go off the shots and see what happens. I had a lot more symptoms than just anemia before they found the anemia. So to play it safe I'll continue. Every month when I take the shot, I wonder - Do I need it?
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