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    Rya

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    Thanks again for the input, it's good to know other Celiacs are using it. I do tolerate soy, contrary to popular belief on this forum. I'm curious as to the ppm in the soy sauce now... I suppose this has become my pet project for a few days. Anyone else have experience with it?
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    I agree that quality vitamins (especially for Celiacs) and wholesome foods make a big difference in how one's body works. As for the Mangosteen - it's 30 calories in 1 oz - which means the D you get from it is probably osmotic. Coke has 11 calories per oz, for some comparison. Antioxidants are a great thing, but remember companies like these that...
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    I appreciate the advice and thought. I'm a dietitian and I keep a food record, every day, of exactly what I eat (anal I know). But it comes in handy in times like these. I tolerate wheat-free tamari (had some about a week ago in fact) without issues at all. Soy-based and corn-based products are the staples of my diet. Nothing I ate that...
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    I wouldn't go on a Casein-free diet until you have given the gluten-free diet a solid 3 months. It takes your intestines that long to completely heal. Lactose might be something to consider, though, only if you are noticing difficulty digesting dairy products. This may or may not resolve once your intestines are healed. I agree it could be contamination...
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    The labeling laws for listing wheat on the food label are mandated by the U.S. FDA. In New Zealand, different rules may apply. I have never heard of issues with vanilla extract.
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    Dextrose is a type of sugar and is not a gluten-containing ingredient. Dextrins and maltodextrins used to be of concern, but they are typically corn-based now, especially when manufactured in the U.S. Natural flavorings, as well as most other ingredients, should be safe if the label does not claim wheat ingredients - this is mandated by law. It might...
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    Just made a Thai Pork Noodle Bowl with our "cool new find" the great value soy sauce. This is the worst reaction I've had in a while. I eat soy ALL the time, so I can vouch, at least for me, that it is not that. Perhaps we should contact Great Value.... I'm very disappointed as I have never had trouble with GV brand before either --- although they...
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    I concur with the other responses. I bought a giant economy bottle before I was diagnosed (last summer) and was still using it. Well, I had this nausea that just wouldn't quit for a few months. I went on a tear through my bathroom and found 9 products that had oat or wheat. Once I got rid of those I felt better in a few days. Based on the articles...
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    Just a note - Ferrous Sulfate is the most easily absorbed form of iron. Best of luck!!!
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    I just read an article in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that discussed the shortcomings of two types of "highly sensitive" R5 ELISA assays. I'll provide more detailed info should anyone want it, but for those who are very sensitive to gluten, I would completely avoid anything that is derived from a gluten ingredient and rendered gluten...
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    You might think about taking a multivitamin for women. There are some vitamins that are scarce to get in a diet outside of grains. Glad you are feeing better!
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    I remember hearing about that!! Any news on when and where?
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    Lol - gfp you sure go on some tears! I think richard might have been referring to the cheese bought in grocery stores, not that found in restaurants. Just a guess, though. Things may be slightly different in Hawaii than I'm used to in Texas. I know the labeling laws are the same, but manufacturers may differ. Though they may not. Something you...
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    That's by far the most terrible gluten experience.......... Gosh I'm sorry! The closest I've come is kissing someone that drank beer - got a little sick from it. The stuff is potent. Hope you feel better soon!
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    LOL! Well it was Labor Day. I certainly accept your apology and hope you'll accept mine - I am sorry for my response. I think my response back was equally abrasive, at least in my mind even if it did not come across that way. I suppose I can't be 100% sure (but I am 99%) that it is the Rice Chex, though I doubt I'll consume them again. As for...
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    ARCHIVED Overreacting?

    Rya replied to jewlesD's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    You're feelings are not unjustified. It hurts terribly when people don't consider you, especially close family. You've got to be strong, though, and build yourself a network of family and friends who know what to do when they are around you, teach them gently and slowly. And, carry some raisins in your purse .
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    Sounds like you might be very sensitive. Feeding a gluten-free family of six would be very expensive! Lots of people on here have blended kitchens/households to varying extents. You could try wearing some vinyl or latex gloves from walgreen's while you prep your kids' food. Maybe you could buy a special toaster for you and your son. In general...
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    I agree, it's not prudent. It's no more milk than I drink in any given day, I still tolerate lactose fine. The rice chex has 2g of sugar per serving, I don't think that's much at all. If you're referring to the carbohydrates when you say sugar, they equate to something like corn tortillas, of which I also eat a good bit of. As for "nothing but...
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    I eat tortillas and tortilla chips like there is no tomorrow. My rationalization is that I save money and eat less salt when I make the chips from the tortillas. :D My bf used to tease me endlessly for eating nachos daily (which I still feel is a balanced meal), until he moved in and had to eat gluten-free because he eats them now too. Another...
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    You're right, I believe the collaboration did start there. How terrible that the regular grocery stores in California don't carry any specialty items, I can see how that would be especially overwhelming. I was spending the summer with my mom in Roswell, NM, when I went gluten-free. They also have Albertson's....hmmm I suppose that's one more...
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    Phyllis, you sparked an idea! I think it would so cool if somehow Celiacs could organize for the newly diagnosed folks to go grocery shopping with someone that has the disease. It is so overwhelming at first. I was a senior in my nutrition degree when I was diagnosed and still struggled and struggled. I wish it was easier for everyone. On that note...
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    I've been doing this for a year and have not gone longer than 3 months without accidental glutening, be it restaurants, family, self, roommates...sharp learning curve for me Just my opinion...I firmly believe less than 1/48th of a slice of bread or 1/8 of a tsp (as I was told) can cause a reaction. (I'm full of stories today, here's another) I had...
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    I decided to be brave (and slightly selfish) and try the Rice Chex. They sounded sooooo appealing. I can generally eat "processed" foods, I guess depending on how you define those. Here's my story.. I'd been not feeling wonderful for quite some time. Dizzy fairly often, headaches sometimes, moderate weight loss, changes in the toilet kind of thing...
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    You're metabolism may well have slowed down. The idea behind that is...if you've been consistently or at least frequently getting gluten, you're intestines are compromised, no two ways around it. That means you're probably not absorbing the nutrients you need. This can cause you're body to think it's starving, or going into a long period with very little...
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