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  1. lynnelise
    I would say if you don't have a reaction then I wouldn't worry too much. I am mildly allergic to several things: tomatoes, onions, canteloupe, rye, and chocolate (horror!!!). Of these items I sometimes get a rash with tomatoes and onions. I don't notice any reaction with chocolate and I don't eat canteloupe or rye to know. I'm moderately allergic to...
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    I'm in WV which in my opinion is terribly gluten free unfriendly. We have no Whole Foods or Trader Joe's. Seeing as how these tend to be in more affluent areas I don't see WV ever getting either store. As for restaurants we only have chains like Outback and Chili's. These are hit or miss as to safety. People in this area do not understand what gluten...
  3. lynnelise
    I doubt I'll be much help but I have been gluten free for over a year and still get sick within a week of resuming exercise. I have no idea whether this is related or not. I used to exercise intensely 5 times a week (pre-gluten free). Then in April of 2009 I got the flu. Started exercising again after resting a week or so...then in July 2009 I got mono...
  4. lynnelise
    You make a great point! The holidays should be about spending time with the ones you love and no one should be worrying about whether you eat what was prepared! We are all guilty of spending too much time focusing on issues that don't really matter in the end! I am very sorry for you loss Richard!
  5. lynnelise
    I have the same issues with my nephews. They are always sticking crumby fingers in my mouth! Once I brought my own safe salad to eat and my nephew threw his cookie in it! So as for the sister...I would bring my own meal in tupperware and hide from the kids while you eat it! Then don't pick the kids up or let them sit with you unless they wash all the...
  6. lynnelise
    Honestly if the stool test was positive and I had the celiac gene then I would just keep eating 100% gluten free. CC happens, don't freak out if it does but don't take risks either. I understand your frustration. I too had negative bloodwork (wasn't on full gluten diet either). I had an EGD to look for an ulcer and they noted inflammation in my small...
  7. lynnelise
    I wish I had some better advice for you but I'm not sure where to go from here. Maybe go back to the doctor? Is it possible you could have an issue with your gallbladder maybe? My symptoms were similar minus the weight loss when my gallbladder quit functioning. I couldn't eat anything without getting sick. Also maybe other grains are affecting you...
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    I would just say thanks and pass it on to someone else. If it really was an oversight (and I'm pretty sure it probably was) then she'd probably be really embarrassed if you gave it back. I know I would be mortified if I realized I gave someone something they couldn't eat. Christmas shopping is stressful and it's easy to forgot who likes what and who can...
  9. lynnelise
    Poor thing! That is a nightmare come true for sure! Even worse to have been on your birthday. Hope you recover quick and have an awesome birthday regardless!
  10. lynnelise
    I was going to say that I have a friend who gets sinus congestion when she eats a lot of wheat so while she avoids it for the most part she will occassionally eat white bread (for some reason enriched bread doesn't cause as bad of a reaction in her, only whole wheat). I thought maybe the nurse had a similar situation but since you've clarified that she said...
  11. lynnelise
    I voted more than one year, less than three and relatively easy. I cook most dinners myself, I have a few trusted restaurants I go to, and I bring a lunch to work daily. I pack Larabars in my purse for emergencies. So 90% of the time I find the diet easy to follow.
  12. lynnelise
    Honestly since you are still having issues, I would try eliminating corn for at least a month and see if you feel better. Then you can try it to see if you react. Since testing isn't 100% accurate I think the elimination approach is the most accurate way to know. Are you 100% sure you've removed all potential sources of cross contamination? Are you...
  13. lynnelise
    In my town Wendy's, Chickfila, and Burger King all have dedicated friers. Just make sure to ask first as it varies by location.
  14. lynnelise
    My cousin used to work at Austin's in DC and she says it's a great place to eat gluten free. I grew up in Arlington and I visit the DC area a lot. I never have trouble eating gluten free there and I always stop at Whole Foods and Trader Joe's to stock up on goodies before I leave. I now live in WV and we don't have either store here.
  15. lynnelise
    I had this conversation with a friend the other day and she said "because it's a great thickener and it's delicious!" :angry:I pointed out that it is also a top allergen not to mention gluten containing so why not use something less people react to??? I should add that she works for the Dept. of Agriculture and goes on lots of wheat grower sponsored...
  16. lynnelise
    I feel your frustration. I'd say these people probably don't even know how they are coming across with these comments. Anytime we are with a group and deciding where to eat my husband does the really annoyed "you choose, you're the one with special needs" and for some reason I think it comes across as snarky but I don't think he means it to. The most...
  17. lynnelise
    Not sure how much I can help but I have acid reflux and gastritis and find that after a few glutenings close to together these conditions will flare up. I usually eat very plain and very strict for a couple of weeks and drink coconut water. It really soothes and some research says it can help to heal the lining of your GI tract. I would definately...
  18. lynnelise
    I've noticed that a lot of my meltdowns seem to coincide with hormonal swings or happen after I've gone too long without eating. I've been gluten-free for a year now and it does get easier. I came close to breakdown on Saturday because I went to a cookie party just to be social. I brought fudge to share and sat in the corner away from all the baking...
  19. lynnelise

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    lynnelise replied to Googles's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    I would call your hosts and just say that you wanted to give them the heads up that you have recently been diagnosed with celiac. Tell them not to worry about finding food for you because you will go to the store upon arrival and buy yourself neccessities. Also buy disposable foil baking pans and the like to avoid CC. If you make it sound like no big deal...
  20. lynnelise
    My Thanksgiving went really well! I made a lot of the side dishes and my mom made the turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, and deviled eggs. My sides were a sweet potato and cranberry casserole, cranberry sauce, Chebe rolls, and wild rice, sausage, and apple stuffing. For dessert I made pumpkin struesel cheesecake bars and Impossibly easy coconut pie from the...
  21. lynnelise
    As for pots and pans, make sure there are absolutely no scratches because gluten can stick in those and you can't clean them out properly. Try buying your own jar of peanut butter and other condiments and labeling it gluten-free so your family doesn't mess with them. A helpful thing someone used in another thread was think of it as being raw chicken...
  22. lynnelise
    I'm all for the island idea. As for Applebee's. Ugh. They get me everytime. Last time I had a plain salad and a plain hamburger and got sick, the manager was supposedly cooking my food personally and on foil too. No need to feel like an idiot. We all slip up!
  23. lynnelise
    I would say the bloating and brain fog are indication enough. Strangly before going gluten-free, back when everything under the sun gave me diarrhea McDonald's food did not. In fact it was the only place I could eat on road trips...Go figure. Also not all of my glutenings have been the same. Usually I get hit by CC and get diarrhea within an hour....
  24. lynnelise
    I make this exactly as the recipe states using the Betty Crocker Gluten Free yellow cake mix. Works perfect!
  25. lynnelise
    How sad! I can see why your feelings are hurt. I hope you and your husband have a great Christmas together!
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