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I was diagnosed with Celiac in September 2004. Since then, my nephew and older sister have also been diagnosed and we suspect that one of my nieces has Celiac as well.

Going gluten-free was difficult at first, but today I live an abundant, gluten-free life and have become quite the foodie. Well, not such a foodie as say ... Gluten-Free Girl, but compared to my gluten days I have developed quite the love for food. Fresh & nutritious, life giving food.

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    I just sent this list to a friend who asked about my symptoms. Reading through it I realized I had forgotten a few symptoms, but I think you get the gist. Although our list of symptoms might have similarities, remember that no two Celiacs will present with the same list of symptoms, and some have no symptoms at all. Is your doctor checking for IgA...
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    A Must Read: I must suggest a book, it is Open Original Shared Link. It is a new book, with the most current medical knowledge available. Recovery: All of your symptoms could be related to Celiac. Length of recovery does depend on how much damage your body has to repair. The whole body healing that your body needs is really quite amazing, and until...
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    1) Because there are no laws that define what "gluten-free" means. So, a product labeled as gluten-free is not guaranteed to be gluten-free. It is against the law for the food companies to lie to us, but until a definition for "gluten-free" is put into law we have to contact the companies that make the food and go from there. 2) Amy's might test their products...
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    I agree. It sounds to me like you where diagnosed with Celiac, no need to retest unless you want to know that your efforts are paying off. Keep in mind that very few doctors understand Celiac Disease or the testing, and they certainly don't get the gluten-free diet. There is a new book that will be a godsend for you. It is called, Real Life With Celiac...
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    I know exactly how you are feeling. I felt that way for a long time. Thankfully, I figured it out and have never felt this good. You know what to do, but I think you are too close to it to see the answers. Granted, I have met many nutritional consults who don't know squat, but I suspect you are not one of them. The solutions to all of your problems...
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    Welcome to the gluten-free community! I remember how overwhelmed I was at first as well. I promise, you will be a pro in no time if you take the time to educate yourself (Read Open Original Shared Link and/or The Living Gluten-Free Answer Book. They are great books, even for people who have been gluten-free for a long time. I agree with the other poster...
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    Our extended family did a taste test and everyone agreed that Pamela's pancake mix is the best.
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    Have you tried Bob's Red Mill? I use their Organic gluten-free Flours exclusively.
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    I have not found a difference when using different xanthan gum brands so you should be fine.
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    I know 5-months sounds like a long time, but if you are Celiac then your body is still healing. Top that with foods that are notorious for creating digestive problems, i.e. chili, and you are in for a world of hurt. Corn is also a culprit as it is a highly contaminated crop, like oats. Now, I wouldn't touch Hormel Chili with a ten foot poll. I know they...
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    If you give me your exact recipe I can help you. Knowing all of the ingredients and amounts of each ingredient are important.
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    You are absolutely right to stay on the diet. I am sure your GI has told you, but you can have blood tests and biopsy's come back negative for Celiac, and still have Celiac. If Celiac is the issue, 1st) your body must heal 2nd) your body can then utilize the nutrients you feed it and 3rd) only then can your WHOLE body begin to experience relief. It...
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    iamgf replied to JustLovely9216's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    Hello Brooke: Your GI doctor is most likely going to suggest that you stay on gluten until after he/she completes the tests for Celiac. They will most likely want to do a blood test and endoscopy. Note: false negatives are possible with these tests, and also note that Celiac is just one form on gluten-intolerance. If you do have Celiac, it will take...
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    I was diagnosed by blood test and biopsy. But if I had it to do over again I would skip the biopsy. It, as well as the blood tests, can result in false negatives. Which is something I didn't know when being diagnosed, but I also didn't know what gluten was. His healing time could take a couple years, depending on how extensive the damage to his...
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    Calling all Colorado gluten-free Peeps! We are having a gluten-free pizza party on January 9th and would love to have you join us. Click here for the details. Happy gluten-free Eating! DeAnna www.iamgf.com
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