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  1. In addition to gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, I had gastroesophageal reflux that was becoming intolerable despite treatment with PPIs and antacids. When I went gluten-free, the GERD lessened tremendously (as did the other symptoms).
  2. I have found incidentally that I have a bad celiac-like reaction to inulin, chicory root fiber, and those artificial sweeteners. I didn't know those fiber additives were a recognized problem - I need to look more into those high-fodmap foods. Why on earth does Chobani put chicory root fiber in a yogurt drink???
  3. My understanding is that ancient grains that are wheat-related are still to be avoided by all of us with gluten sensitivity. These include Einkorn, Emmer, Spelt and Kamut.
  4. Forgot to add: I asked my gastroenterologist why this happened at such a late age for me. He said people can develop celiac disease or gluten sensitivity at any age.
  5. Late diagnosis for me, too. In my 70's, but I had been having intermittent problems for a while, and increasingly bad reflux. In desperation, I did my own elimination diet - dairy, eggs, then wheat eliminating each for about 2 weeks. When I cut out the wheat, the difference was amazing! I also found that I had a Celiac gene through one of the ancestry testing...
  6. I recently went on a long-awaited trip to Portugal and Spain. The tour company and guide informed hotel kitchens that I need a strict gluten-free diet, but there were several occasions when we were eating out on our own. I did take translated celiac information cards and presented them to waiters. I took Gliadin-X before nearly every meal. The one and only...
  7. I recently traveled to Spain and Portugal. I was with a tour group, they knew I needed to be gluten-free and made sure the kitchens preparing the group meals were aware. But just in case, I took Gliadin-X with me and took it for every evening meal - and most other meals. The one time I got glutened was from lunch early in the trip - had to be from cross-contamination...
  8. We just got back from Spain. I ate a lot of tortilla espanola and pimientos de padron! I also enjoyed patatas bravas (potatoes with a spicy paprika sauce) after confirming no gluten. And many, many ensalada mixtas! These salads can be a great lunch option - a huge mixed green salad with vegetables (carrot, tomato, asparagus and maybe corn), tuna and boiled...
  9. These look great! I follow several people who frequently post gluten-free recipes online (plus they sell their cookbooks). "Gluten Free on a Shoestring" and "Erin's Meaningful Eats>"
  10. When I had to go gluten-free, the rest of my family still ate gluten. They still eat regular bread products and crackers, but there are no other gluten-containing foods in the house. I bought a separate toaster that is only used for gluten-free products, and thoroughly cleaned all cookware, dishes and surfaces. We do have to be very careful with cross-contact...
  11. I have been OK with Costco rotisserie chicken. Not OK with rotisserie chicken from some other stores in my area like Fresh Market and Food Lion. I am very sensitive to cross-contamination.
  12. I have ordered Domino’s pizza twice since diagnosis about 5 years ago. First time, I was OK. Second (and last) time, I was glutened badly. Never again! Cross-contamination is real - and I believe a serious problem with Domino’s.
  13. No problems (that I know of) to cellulose, but I have found that I have a "glutened" response to products containing inulin. Another thing to check for on labels!
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