Alison
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I was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2002. My husband, daughters and parents are also gluten-free. One of my daughters has severe allergies to peanuts, nuts, eggs, avocado and shellfish. She is intolerant to dairy and soy. My younger daughter has no food allergies, but she wants to eat the same as her sister (makes it is easy for me!).
I have a website called Sure Foods Living (www.surefoodsliving.com) where I give practical advice for living with celiac disease, gluten intolerance and food allergies.
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San Francisco, CA - Living Gluten-Free Class
Alison posted an event in Gluten-Free Community Calendar
Have you or has someone you know been diagnosed with celiac disease? Do you or does someone you know have gluten intolerance? Are you looking for possible answers to your health problems? Would you like to find out more about the gluten... -
Marin, CA - Gluten Intolerance Resource Group
Alison posted an event in Gluten-Free Community Calendar
The brand-new Gluten Intolerance Resource Group of Marin (Marin County, California) will have its first meeting TUESDAY JUNE 2, 2009 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: 5 Bon Air Road, C-116, Larkspur, CA, 94939 Sheila Wagner, PT, CN and... -
ARCHIVED Other Autoimmune Disorders
Alison replied to Lauriann's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
My mom had polymyalgia rheumatica, an inflammatory muscle disorder (different than fibromyalgia). She tested negative for celiac, but went gluten-free with me the day I got my celiac diagnosis. She no longer has any pain from polymyalgia like she did before and no longer takes any medication for it, unless she has gluten -- then the symptoms come back! -
ARCHIVED The Really Great Food Company
Alison replied to jcnfc's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
Don't give up on mixes! They are a huge time-saver and there are many that are really good. I am a huge fan of Pamela's mixes. They are versatile, with lots of different recipes on the package and they always come out great-tasting (in my experience). I also think 1-2-3 Gluten-Free is excellent. 'Cause You're Special makes good ones A small company in... -
ARCHIVED Diagnosing celiac disease
Alison replied to osmmommy3's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
That's pretty much it, unless they want to check her vitamin levels for deficiency due to celiac disease. Vitamin levels should normalize on a gluten-free diet anyway, so be careful about any supplements if she is already taking, especially iron. You probably won't get much help or advice from your doctor about living gluten-free but there are lots of resources... -
ARCHIVED Genetic Predisposition, gluten-free Since Birth -- Now What?
Alison replied to Anya78's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
The problem with just giving a child a piece of bread to see what happens is that it can take days, months, even years for symptoms of gluten intolerance or celiac to manifest. During that time, there could be damage happening that are not obvious gastrointestinal problems like vomiting or diarrhea. It could be subtle behavioral or neurological problems.... -
ARCHIVED Genetic Predisposition, gluten-free Since Birth -- Now What?
Alison replied to Anya78's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
Both my daughters have been gluten-free since the womb -- they are now almost 5 and 3. We are a gluten-free household and I agree with many people that have said already that the inconvenience of having a child gluten-free outweighs the risks associated with giving him gluten. I strongly believe that I am preventing possible health problems that have been... -
ARCHIVED Need Young Speakers For Conference In San Francisco
Alison posted a topic in Introduce Yourself / Share Stuff
Hi - If you live in or near San Francisco and would like to help educate dieticians about celiac disease, they are looking for young people to be on a panel of speakers. They want to hear your frustrations and successes associated with having celiac disease. They will probably ask questions and then all the people will give their answers. It is on April... -
ARCHIVED Sucessful Pregnancy With Cd
Alison replied to kerri124's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
Hello everyone! I wrote a while ago (look back a few posts) while I was pregnant. I thought it was time to give an update. 3 1/2 months ago I gave birth to a perfect, beautiful girl! She weighed 7 lbs 2 oz and arrived only 4 hours past her due date. For those of you who are worried about the nutrition of the baby or your own nutrition, remember that... -
Yes, high liver enzymes are related to celiac disease -- this has been confirmed to me by doctors who know about celiac. Mine were high, as were several celiacs that I have talked to. The numbers fell into the normal range once going gluten-free.
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ARCHIVED Asthma As Effect Of Gluten Exposure
Alison replied to 3BeanSalad's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
I had asthma my entire life and was on steroids for years before my diagnosis. Before I went on the steroids, I woke up every night because I couldn't breathe. I would also get asthma while exercising (but not always). After being gluten-free for about 3 months, I decided to take myself completely off the steroids. I had never had a reaction strong enough... -
I was diagnosed with celiac disease. My parents have since been gene tested and each possesses a gene that predisposes someone to gluten intolerance (mom has DQ2 and dad has DQ8). They are both gluten-free and feel much better for it -- they are clearly gluten sensitive. I got gene tested also and ended up with both DQ2 and DQ8. According to the geneticist...
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I was severely anemic for 10 years (at least) before being diagnosed with celiac disease. I had tried iron pills but when your intestines are damaged you cannot absorb iron. After going gluten-free, my iron levels were back up to normal within 3-6 months!! My doctor couldn't believe it. I certainly felt the difference too -- more energy, more color in...
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Hi everyone, haven't posted in a while, but I'm in the book too! (just tooting my own horn! ) I have been reading the book non-stop since I got it and am so amazed by everyone's stories. I am tempted to get a copy for each of my doctors and send it to them -- especially the gastroentreologist from my story! Congrats to everyone for sharing their stories...
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ARCHIVED Sucessful Pregnancy With Cd
Alison replied to kerri124's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
I was diagnosed with celiac disease a year and a half ago. I was severely anemic at the time and had horrible digestive problems (and a bunch of other problems that I won't go into here). I am now 5 months pregnant with my first child and am so grateful that I was on the gluten-free diet before getting pregnant. I have had a wonderful pregnancy with NO...