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Hi. Does anyone know of a margarine type product that is soy-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, preservative-free, hydrogenated oils-free and sea salt-free? Maybe something made with canola oil. I saw something called Pure sunflower sold in UK. Thanks. F.deSales

Thank you for your pep talk and sending me some blessings! I need to take to heart my quote from my favorite saint (see below) and like you said remember He who suffered so much for us all that we might be saved! I will keep you in my prayers. And when I am feeling "the prep work" I will send extra prayers your way! It looks like you will be having yours...

Hi Elcamion! I have complete IgA deficiency and allergic to lactose/casein. I am currently being tested for ceilac sprue. My doctor told me that there was a NEW blood test that was for people with IgA deficency its called: Tissue Transglutaminase. Do a google search to learn more about the test. If your doctor has not ordered if ask him too. I will...

I have been gluten free for 7 weeks. Had my first normal bm in months today. Went to the doc today said I need to have another EGD/colon done . This time I have to eat gluten for two weeks staring tomorrow to make sure the test is accurate. I am trying to get the courage to do so. I can't do the regular blood test because I have complete Iga deficiency...

I have been gluten free for 7 weeks. Had my first normal bm in months today. Went to the doc today said I need to have another EGD/colon done . This time I have to eat gluten for two weeks staring tomorrow to make sure the test in accurate. I am trying to get the courage to do so. I can't do the regular blood test because I have complete Iga deficiency. ...

Hi I am also new to all of this but I am not new to arthritis. I have rheumatoid (with a false negative), reactive, and osteoporosis for many years! There is a connection to RA and celiac. Just because your blood work came back neg does not mean you don't have it or some form of it. You need to go on a Gluten-free Casein-free diet for the rest of your...

STAY AWAY FROM MSG!!! It is bad stuff. I am new to being gluten-free but have been avoiding MSG for 10 years now because of my rheumatoid arthritis & reactive arthritis. It destroys your joints and messes with your nerves. Now I am learning that there is a connection to celiac and rheumatoid arthritis. If I ever eat it, I am in GREAT pain for days...

Hi all. I am trying to detox my kitchen from cross contamination. I am replacing a lot of things and I was wondering if I need to get rid of my microwave or my oven. My family has agreed to set up a mini kitchen in the basement but I want to know if that should include a new microwave and/or a stove - toaster oven. I am VERY sensitive. I have been trying...

OK, plug your ears ... I MISS EATING OUT! I MISS SAYING TO MY FAMILY HEY I DON'T FEEL LIKE COOKING LETS EAT OUT!!!!!!! With all the luck I have had with eating out and my other allergies, I think my eating out days are over. Thanks for posting and letting me feel sorry for myself!

Thanks Sheryll. I did not even think of using paper or plastic plates! I am very sensitive and doing that with gluten laden stuff is a great idea. I have a ton ot other food intolerances. I go soon to be retested since I have gotten so bad. They want to make sure that I have not developed any new ones. Thanks for taking the time to write!

Thanks for your advice! I plan on making the nice guy friendly finished basement the gluten zone for my hubby and son. All meals I cook will be gluten free. I can't see making them live with out Oreos!

I freaked out and bought all new stuff. I even gave away my beloved bread machine. We charged everything too. We will selling more stuff on ebay to pay for this extra pure life style. The family is agreeing to help me out. Hubby works at home, his office is in the basement and that is where we will be moving the gluten poison. Then we are going to...

A million thanks for your pep talk! I have spent many nights crying in my hubby's arms while he ate Oreo's ;o) Your bf sounds like a keeper! This is tough on our loved ones too. I know that it will take time but sometimes when you think I will never be able to eat ... ya get down. I have to remember that if I don't I will not live long. I am being to...

I had to laugh at your comment about the good brownies ... I need to find something that does not make me gag! I have tried cookies, "chocolate mousse", cereal and raisin buns ... gag! The worst was corn pasta! I will have to check what older kids eat, I have a 15yrld son. He does not eat to many sweets but he loves pizza, pancakes and Ritz crackers .....

Thank you for sharing what you have gone through. I guess I need to go back to the pure basics. I am already eating some organic I guess I will have to do more. I will try to get my family to work with me on keeping the kitchen gluten-free. Where can I find kid snacks. If I can find some good ones I know that they won't mind. Right now I feel as the...