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    I think it might be true. If you find a good naturopath/GP they can usually help you with that. Just don't go to any naturopath though.
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    By the way, some producers also classify tapioca as arrowroot. h
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    I don't know the specifics but I have heard that tapioca is sulphurized as it is made from the stem cuttings and as a result of the flesh being opened, needs to be preserved (I'm guessing it's the same concept as when apricots have their seeds removed). Just something to consider.
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    tallfora girl has a point - not too long ago i found myself being very out of breath and little tasks such as going up a flight of stairs resulted in my heart beating really fast and shortness of breath. i also had palpitations and cramping around the chest area. also, something that's important is to make sure you're getting enough vitamin b. this also helps...
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    do you have a severe reaction to gluten? the toaster is probably a good idea, but if you don't have a sever allergy, as long as everything is washed properly, then it should be ok. never been a problem for myself or any of the other celiac sufferers i know
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    sometimes if you bring something to eat yourself and sneak it out, people don't always notice because they see that you're eating something. plain salads are good if you're desperate. sometimes too i put my own meals together from the menu - ask for certain ingredients from one thing and mix it with another. rice noodles are usually gluten-free, but check...
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    The thing that has helped me to cope with celiacs is this fact that I keep telling myself: even though you may not feel well, eating a gluten-free diet forces you to be healthy. Yeh, boring I know, but think of all the other health problems that you may be avoiding in the future. and eating gluten-free is all about substitution. the diet i have now is hardly...
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    Thanks so much everyone! You've been a great help.
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    I have been on a gluten free diet for well over a year now and have found that after a recent blood test that my ferritin levels (iron stores) are even lower than when I was eating gluten. However, my iron levels are actually too high despite the fact that my ferritin levels are significantly lower. If anything I have been eating more meat than before. I...
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    I found that after two weeks I noticed a definite improvement. Probably around 3-4 months after I felt a lot better but of course this depends on the severity and the length of time that you have been a celiac.
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    cattriona replied to isiskingdom's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    Almonds are a miracle food - they have heaps of calcium, magnesium, manganese - everything that's good for you. They're also really filling. I also have heaps of tahini - another wonder food in my opinion. I like to mix it with honey so it tastes sweeter and put it on toast or cereal. I don't know what you're able to tolerate exactly as far as veggies go...
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    Blood tests can be a little misleading at times. My doctor said to me that quite often, celiac bloodwork is inaccurate. One patient of hers had numeous bloodtests that came back negative (despite feeling ill from all the time she had to consume gluten) but the biopsy suggested otherwise. You may like to try a gluten-free diet for a few weeks to see how you...
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    Just a suggestion - you might want to check if any concentrates or preservatives are being used? I know that quite a few people are sensitive to concentrated garlic which is often used for certain foods, in particular for tomato based sauces and foods like pizza. It doesn't contain gluten as such, but if you have a sensitive stomach, it may not agree. Same...
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    Has anyone got any tips or ingredients they use to help gluten-free cakes bind together and/or not sink? Thanks
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    I believe that if you have direct contact with wheat/flour and/or breath it in in the same vicinity - yes, that can definitely make you sick. But smelling the bread baking 1/4 mile away? Not so sure about that. Don't get too worried about the nasty affects wheat can possibly have on you - I'm no doctor, but I should think you'd be safe.
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    Hey A-Swiss Believe me - being gluten-free isn't as depressing as it sounds. First of all, you'll feel sooo much better. secondly, you'll just have to learn to ask people about food and read lots of labels. Do some research, and it'll pay off for you, I can guarantee it. Yeah, it may sound like a bit of a pain, but it'll become second nature to you...
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    hi Barbara A sorry to hear you're not feeling well. maybe you have a stomach virus of sorts? mabe not, but it might be something u might want to consider if you're feeling excessively hungry
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    hey jasonD2 i put tahini on toast whenever i want to have a snack, and i have it every morning for breakfast. it can be a little bitter, so put a layer of honey on as well. the oil from the sesame seed is high in (healthy) fat.
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    i've heard that spelt contains a lot less gluten than wheat, so it's ok every now and again if you can tolerate it, but if you're a celiac and sensitive - probably just better to leave it
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    If you're travelling to Australia, Sydney and Melbourne have some great gluten-free places, and you can generally get a wide range of gluten-free products in supermarkets. A good website is www.yourrestaurants.com to find a range of gluten-free restaurants. However, there are still a few places we went to when travelling to Australia that aren't necessarily...
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    Hi LoriG You have to be careful with some foods that are labelled 'gluten free'. I find that some things may say that they are gluten-free, but they contain things like soy sauce which most of the time has gluten in it. I guess you also have to be careful where the product comes from, as some countries' standards on what's acceptable as gluten-free aren...
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    thanks megsbaby!
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    Thanks for the tips. I look forward to trying it.
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    I'm looking for a good recipe for hot chips or wedges. I really miss them and I was wondering if anyone has any tips? Thanks
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    Maybe your metabolism has picked up. But if you're worried, you'd better talk to your doctor to try and ease your concerns. I found that I have lost quite a bit of weight despite the fact that I'm eating more, including quite a few things that have a higher fat content. However, I feel much healthier as a result, despite the weight loss. I'm glad that...
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