sunnybabi1986

Nature's Own Gluten Free Bread is sold fresh and only in the Atlanta, Georgia area and they have no plans to sell it to any other area

I emailed them and told them I was excited that they were making a gluten free bread and that I was looking forward to seeing it in my area. They promptly emailed me back and said, Sorry but we're not planning on selling it anywhere else. So...bummer there.

I found it at Dillons in Missouri...$4.50 a box (wow!). I went ahead and bought it, but I'm not sure I'll buy it again...rice flour and potato starch are the main ingredients...heck, I've got those in my fridge. Why pay so much for it in a tiny box?

Anyway, I'll try it tonight and see how it goes with chicken and dumplings! Can't wait!

Check out this site for the ingredients in each Rice-a-Roni: Open Original Shared Link

It appears that they all contain wheat flour

For whatever reason, Ensure made me very nauseous right after I went gluten free. It still does, actually. It is gluten free, so I'm not sure why, but I do know that as soon as I stopped drinking it I started feeling better and when I drank it again, I got sick to my stomach.

I drink Boost now with no problems whatsoever, maybe you're having a problem with Ensure?

Hope you feel better soon!

I wouldn't use it because it doesn't state the source of the modified food starch.

Remember, Blue Bunny has a policy that if any ingredients contain any gluten, it will be listed in the ingredient list. If the modified food starch is not specified as from wheat, it is not from wheat. I love Blue Bunny because they are very clear on this policy

From what I've heard, it's just a pre-packaged bag of pasta that they warm up and put on a plate for you. They don't make it, they buy it and warm it for you...not something I'm really excited about

Oh well!

I eat Junior Mints often with no problems Yum yum! They are so addictive!

I've seen several people reporting they've been using it already (Live Gluten Freely on Facebook), so I'm keeping my eyes peeled in hopes I'll find some soon!!

I just made this recipe the other night and it was AMAZING!!!! Best chicken I've ever had!

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I just wanted to add that Carnation Instant Breakfast makes me VERY VERY sick. The last I checked, it is made on lines along with gluten ingredients. I would steer clear of it!

I hear you on the weight problem, I actually weight less than you do O_O but I'm drinking Boost right now, which doesn't seem to have any effect on me negatively It's gluten free and has lots of calories.

Please let us know how things go for you! Keeping you in my prayers...

Janie

I kept using my nonstick pans after going gluten free, and it wasn't until I threw them out and bought new ones that I started really feeling better. Unfortunately, nonstick pans get tiny scratches that you sometimes can't see, and gluten gets stuck in there. When you make more food, even after washing the pans, the gluten is released into your food, making you sick.

I've yet to see a vanilla that has gluten, but there may be one out there that I'm unaware of. Like others said, just call the company and they should be able to let you know if it's gluten free or not

Good luck, you'll do fine! Just keep asking questions here and we'll get you through it

The last time I spoke to a representative from Silk (about 5 months ago) they assured me that they do not have any products in their factory that contain gluten. As far as casein, I didn't ask, but I don't believe they make any products with casein...their products are dairy free.

Here is their statement on casein and gluten in their products:

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"All Silk products are dairy-free, lactose-free and casein-free, and can be suitable for those with dairy allergies."

"There are no wheat, wheat gluten, rye, oat, barley or malt ingredients in Silk soymilk, Silk Live! soy yogurt and Silk creamer. Because our products do not contain these ingredients, and our plants do not handle or receive these ingredients in their operations, we would not expect the presence of these items in our products. However, at this time we do not actively test for this type of contamination. Those with severe allergies should always consult a doctor before introducing a new food.

Consumer safety is our highest priority; we are currently setting up gluten testing protocols, and look forward to putting them in place by 2011."

I first read this thread a couple days ago and asked friends of mine who used to work at Wendy's. It seems like this isn't a store-specific problem. They confirmed that it was commonplace to use the meat from unused burgers and add it to the chili. I don't think I'll be able to trust any fast food for a while, or at least not Wendy's.

That's disgusting, even if you don't have to worry about gluten contamination! Someone really needs to report this to the Health Department.

I agree with the others...would you really want to go back to being sick again just because a doctor told you to? I wouldn't in a million years!!

Here is the site that lists Progresso's gluten free soups:

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I've also yet to find a shredded cheese that contains wheat flour as an anti-caking agent....like others mentioned, I've only ever seen potato starch or flour used.

Do any of you guys like Hebrew National Kosher Hot Dogs? I hate that most hot dogs contain random body parts of animals (gross out!) and that Hebrew National are high quality. But...I've never tried them. Anybody have any reviews? I did check, they are gluten free

Could you have a stomach virus or some sort of other bug? Even if you are gluten free you're still susceptible to that stuff. Like I know it's gluten because I get anxiety attacks and bloating in addition to the regular C or D.

This is a good point. I've found myself up at night sometimes with stomach cramps and nausea (my typical gluten symptoms) but CANNOT figure out what made me sick. It frustrates me, but I think maybe sometimes it's a mild stomach bug or mild food poisoning. The problem is, for me, the symptoms for those are the same as being glutened, so it's hard to say which it is

In any case, occasionally it may just be a bug/virus or some mild food poisoning, if you're certain it's nothing else.

I found this recipe and made it tonight--AMAZING!!! Perfect blend of sweet and spicy stir fry

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We used flat Asian style rice noodles (found in the authentic foods section) and I subbed soy nuts for peanuts.

Yum yum yum!!! I just wanted to share, as I thought it was really good!

Did you eat anything else with the hot dog? Ketchup, mustard, baked beans, etc? Could it possibly be something other than the hot dog?

I don't see anything that would make you sick in the hot dogs, but some people are extra sensitive to preservatives and/or nitrites.

If I remember correctly, sorbitol is a sweetener and also happens to be a laxative when taken in larger amounts. It draws water into the large intestine, stimulating bowel movement. I know I react strongly to even minute amounts of sorbitol. It gives me intestinal cramps I can't even chew sugar-free gum or use Flouride rinse or I get very sick. Perhaps you are sensitive to that?

It could be a number of things...I hope you figure it out and look forward to what other have to say

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It says, "Sorbitol also may aggravate irritable bowel syndrome,[8] and similar gastrointestinal conditions, resulting in severe abdominal pain for those affected, even from small amounts ingested."

Another great coupon resource is mambosprouts.com. They specialize in health foods and often have great gluten free coupons.

Right now they have coupons for ThinkThin bars, Lundberg Rice Chips, and San-J cooking sauces, but I recently got some coupons for Pamela's Products (rare coupon!!) and Glutino Pretzels (!!). Check back often, as they change them up.

Here is the direct coupon link: Open Original Shared Link

You can also sign up for coupon mailers...woohoo!

Dairy is a common reflux trigger. I'd encourage you to give it up, and if it helps, keep off of it. I know it sucks (dairy free is harder than gluten free, for me), but your health is worth it. There are other things in life to enjoy.

Yes, I agree! I'm lactose free (pretty bad lactose intolerance) but I tolerate casein fine, so I'm lucky. I can still have cheese and lactose free products. I think I might lose my mind if I had to give up all dairy! That actually stresses me out more than going gluten free...weird.

Have you made sure Boost is completely gluten-free?

Boost is gluten free, I drink it a couple times a day. BUT it is pretty much pure corn syrup and casein. If there is an intolerance to corn or casein, Boost will definitely make you sick!!

Hm, I eat the bars all the time with no problem...is the only chocolate they make with barley the Luxe Milk Crisp?

I can't find it on this list: Open Original Shared Link

Why is it not listed?

I started taking Align (a probiotic) last year before I knew I had a gluten problem. It cleared up a LOT of my tummy/intestinal issues and when I went gluten free, I stopped taking it. Apparently a mistake, as my tummy issues came back.

It seems that my body needs probiotics to function properly?

In any case, probiotics were what sealed the deal for me, as far as fixing the rest of my tummy/intestinal issues.

Maybe they'd be worth a try?