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ARCHIVED Looking For A Good Book On Gluten Sensitivity, My Story Summed U P
cassP replied to ClevelandRocks's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
what about the blood test for Endomysial Antibodies?? i THINK that will still show up even if you are Iga deficient. i am LOW on the Iga, but not a zero. i used to get EVERY gut symptom- much better now with gluten free. i also had to eliminate high fructose foods. i do better without dairy- but have trouble eliminating it. and i do much better with little... -
ARCHIVED I'm Hla Dq8 Heterozygous
cassP replied to ClevelandGuy's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
ooohhhhh "heterozygous" means ONE gene? oops, i didnt understand that. it's still a factor.. tho- ive got 2, so i know both my parents have at least 1 DQ8. im trying so hard to get them to go get tested- but they're tired of me talking about it . my dad always responds- "but i never have a stomach ache"... but that doesnt always matter- not every Celiac... -
ARCHIVED Frozen Bagged French Fries?
cassP replied to Quality's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
that's tricky- in the past everytime i bought frozen french fries or sweet potato fries- they were coated in wheat. BUT- i am totally in love with Dr. Praeger's (sp?) frozen treats- in particular the sweet potato patties/cakes.. they are so yummmm and gluten free (of course double check all his products- but im sure the sweet potato cakes & spinach... -
ARCHIVED How Reliable Was This Test In My Path Towards Diagnosis?
cassP replied to S0undw4v3's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
i believe the (Company Name Removed - They Spammed This Forum and are Banned) is just for allergies or i guess you could say intolerances- but it in no way addresses the Celiac antibodies. a girl i follow on twitter- she did the (Company Name Removed - They Spammed This Forum and are Banned) because she was so miserable- and it DID show her many foods that... -
ARCHIVED Testing Question
cassP replied to raspberrylemonade's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
ive heard again and again from many- that having more than one autoimmune disease is very very common. i had a client tell me "they come in 3's"... a lot of people on here have Celiac and Hashimotos Thyroiditis and Lupus, etc. of course it DOESNT HAVE TO BE like that- but it definitely means that it's worth you getting the proper tests- as Celiac or... -
ARCHIVED Question About Endoscopy...
cassP replied to SaraKat's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
i had Diprivan with my colonoscopy, as opposed to the Versed i had with my wisdom teeth. The Diprivan wears off a lot quicker- i still would suggest u DONT drive of course, and DONT drink alcohol- but as long as u feel ok, and someone takes u- u probably could go. take it easy tho, and stay hydrated -
ARCHIVED On Sibo Diet - So Hungry!
cassP replied to lucia's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
i've read that amaranth is good for your large intestine and ive read that dark turkey meat can have as much iron as red meat... but i totally understand the philosopy- i feel bad eating animals too- if i could be healthy as a vegetarian i would. -
ARCHIVED Question About Pain And Bloating
cassP replied to sherrylynn's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
i can get pain & bloating everywhere in my abdomen. and if bad enough- it radiates to the back muscles. i DO get pressure in my upper abdomen- but that's from a hiatal hernia (which is actually very common- something like 1 in 3 people have it). and YES- bloating gets worse during my period. but the longer i am gluten free & the more i take away some... -
ARCHIVED Brand New And Totally Confused
cassP replied to katievesledahl's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
like the above posters have said- stick with all naturally gluten free foods.. meats, fish, veggies, rice, and some good fats too- like EVOO & nut butters... everybody's different- but i find a cup of lightly cooked vegtables with butter or olive oil much easier to digest than fruit. i eat a little fruit- but if i was ONLY eating fruit- i would be... -
ARCHIVED Wall Street Journal Article - Melinda Beck
cassP replied to Lisa's topic in Publications & Publicity
i was just at whole foods today- lookin at the prepared hot foods- and one of the dishes had "Grain Vinegar (may contain wheat)" as one of the ingredients. but i think distilled vinegar is ok? cant they just keep the gluten with the breads and baked items, and quit contaminating everything else??? -
ARCHIVED On Sibo Diet - So Hungry!
cassP replied to lucia's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
sorry Lucia- didn't mean to remind you that it's hard- im just always amazed- because i have such lack of self discipline i like the above suggestions- with EVOO & nut butters... the fats will help you absorb more vitamins too -
ARCHIVED I'm Hla Dq8 Heterozygous
cassP replied to ClevelandGuy's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
maybe you also need to take B12 & D supplements or injections for the fatigue... or check your thyroid? discuss this with your doc! in addition to that- i would definitely say continue on the diet- your DQ8s & TTG is convincing enough hope you conquer the fatigue in the near future -
ARCHIVED New Here But, Not New To Celiac Disease
cassP replied to oldmann1's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
OMG! i cant believe they had information in your records... but just always shook their heads... wow, you've had to come a long way figuring it out on your own- our own instincts are powerful! you said you're still having some sugar issues??? for some people- rice can still be a problem. i read once that basmati is less glycemic than the other rices... -
ARCHIVED On Sibo Diet - So Hungry!
cassP replied to lucia's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
i havent experienced it- because i dont have the discipline u have! years ago (before suspecting Celiac)- i limited my diet to ONLY meats, veggies, & fats. (atkins,then bloodtype)- but i STILL ate dairy. i pretty much felt fantastic! have to admit tho- it would be almost impossible for me to do what you're doing, tho im sure i would feel great... -
Rita- i would also suggest you obtain a paper copy of your Celiac blood test for your own use. every doctor orders different tests for Celiac- and sometimes they're incomplete. OR they don't read them right, OR they're borderline numbers that still could be suspect. so, in addition to finding a good GI & Derm- def. start with having your own copy of...
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ARCHIVED Tortilla Chips
cassP replied to Roda's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
okay- i was at the store the other day- and this is the brand i love- Open Original Shared Link -
ARCHIVED More Digestive Issues Following Gluten Free Diet
cassP replied to fiveftjen's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
question- so does Barley Grass & Wheat Grass contain Gluten???? im so confused... my first thought would be to avoid them BUT i used to buy this green drink powder (KYOGREEN)- had Chorella, kelp, barley grass, wheat grass... and the bottle specifically said "Gluten Free" ????? i'd really like to know the answer to this confusion for sure- cause i... -
ARCHIVED A Question For Catholic Celiacs
cassP replied to brie1120's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
i havent been to catholic mass for years now- but, i always thought our catholic wafers were rice??? -
ARCHIVED More Digestive Issues Following Gluten Free Diet
cassP replied to fiveftjen's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
i went to an alternative doc before getting tested for celiac- and he diagnosed me with Hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid). he prescribed the Betaine HCI & Pancreatic/Digestive Enzymes to take with meals- and he specifically told me to expect all kinds of NEW sounds & gurgles as my whole digestive tract would be activated and learning how to digest... -
ARCHIVED Disoriented, And Unable To Walk.
cassP replied to Dreamtemperature's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
i was thinking Anemia too- which is very common with Celiac. i really hope you're getting to a doc REAL SOON- please get in soon- and keep us posted. -
UNBELIEVABLE- i prolly would have been a real sarcastic B***H if that was my neurologist- what the HEY????? ALL your numbers are CLEARLY positive!!!!! get your biopsy ASAP- and then go Gluten Free- it's time for you to be on your journey to perfect healing- JUST RIDICULOUS- i just cant believe the ignorance- people just dont know anything about...
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ARCHIVED Where To Go From Here?
cassP replied to Neali's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
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ARCHIVED Where To Go From Here?
cassP replied to Neali's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
my aunt just got diagnosed with Crohns. problem is- i dont think her doc EVEN considered testing for Celiac. ya, let's just go ahead and diagnose with illnesses that require pharmaceuticals. im trying to get her to test for Celiac- but i havent heard back ??? sounds to me like your baby DEFINITELY has a problem with gluten- you should get her to a GI... -
ARCHIVED Gluten Free...and Stressed Out
cassP replied to srall's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
mmmmm those jimmy dean skillets sound good add some grilled tomatoes & mushrooms- and it could be like a early morning English Fry -
ARCHIVED Trying To Find Some Answers
cassP replied to Hd7747474's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
there's more tests to be taken for a more complete Celiac panel... Ttg Iga & Igg is only a small piece to the puzzle- Ttg can also be associated with other diseases (*other members on here can tell you more about that) your GI should have also tested for: Antigliadin Iga & Igg total serum Iga Endomysial Antibodies if you're not too...