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  1. lynnelise
    I've sworn off that place. Last time I had a salad and a bunless burger that the manager assured me he cooked personally on foil and still got sick. It's true that their food is all pre-made and frozen. The manager said ground beef for burgers is the only thing they get in fresh! Everything else is pre-packaged. If I'm going to eat a TV dinner...
  2. lynnelise
    In your situation I would start making meals that are naturally gluten free but are also completely normal. Chili, tacos, shepherd's pie, stir-fry (with gluten free soy sauce, there are cheap brands), roasted chicken w/ potatoes and veggies, ect... Don't even tell your husband for a week or so. Then announce that you've been on a gluten-free diet all week...
  3. lynnelise
    If the situation is improving then maybe wait a bit longer since you are paying out of pocket. It can sometimes take a year or two to completely heal and you are seeing improvement. Of course if you have any doubts about your health it's better to be safe than sorry! Just given that you don't seem to think it's needed and you are seeing good improvement...
  4. lynnelise
    Do none of the restaurants have gluten free menus? I live in a rather small/rural area but we have a lot of chain restaurants. I usually do pretty well at Chili's, Logan's, or Outback. Plus Chick-fil-a has always been safe for me as a quick drive-thru option. I know how you feel about TV. I was flipping channels and passed that movie It's Complicated...
  5. lynnelise
    Not sure if all stores made the change but my husband picked me up some fries on Saturday and they were great! I have noticed the past couple of times I go when I order my usual combo without a bun they ask if it's an allergy and then flag it! Before they just noted no bun on the receipt. I have never gotten sick at a Chick-fil-a but this extra step makes...
  6. lynnelise
    For colds and flu I keep the following products: Airborne Nyquil Hall's Cough Drops Tylenol, Advil, or Excedrin. I don't have issues with ibuprophin but if you are sensitive I'd go with Tylenol. I hear a mix of ginger, honey, lemon juice, and cayenne in hot water is very good for colds/flus/sore throats. I haven't tried it myself as of yet.
  7. lynnelise
    So far I've not reacted to any of Kroger's products. I occassionally eat their ground sirloin without issue.
  8. lynnelise
    Luna Protein bars are gluten free now. I get the cookie dough ones and they are really good at holding me over til the next meal!
  9. lynnelise
    It happens. Recently I somehow missed the malt on the Heinz 57 sauce and ate burgers and steaks marinated in it. I think the longer you are on the diet the more likely you are to let your guard down! Hope you feel better soon!
  10. lynnelise
    My shoulder has been in pain for years now. Started when I was lifting weights pretty heavy. No clue if my rotator cuff is involved or not. My doctor says it's probably arthritis and that due to age my bone density is too high for an x-ray to be accurate and to take Advil. I wake up all through the night because I lay wrong on it and I'm getting sick...
  11. lynnelise
    Basically phyllo dough and croissants. I can make anything else taste decent gluten free. Those are just pretty much impossible to duplicate. With time most of my cravings have gone away. In fact I went to Logan's today for lunch and barely noticed the rolls I used to love so much. Everyone around me had one and I honestly didn't care...not even...
  12. lynnelise
    I don't think anyone is against you. It's just that you are in the anger phase and most people responding are in the acceptance phase. Yes it 100% sucks to eat rice cakes when everyone else is eating pizza. That's why you should consider finding a good safe restaurant before the dinner and get take out! Honestly I've never had a particularly good meal...
  13. lynnelise
    I've never tried a Hu-Hot Mongolian grill. I will say the BD's Mongolian is awesome. You tell them it's an allergy bowl and they take it in the back and cook it in a designated area. It takes a little longer but it's worth it!
  14. lynnelise
    I agree with the above. Get the physical. It's really best to get a baseline reading on things when you are behaving normally. If things turn out well then you will know you can continue enjoying a variety of meals out. Otherwise you will know you need to be stricter about where you dine. Plus your new lady will likely be more understanding if you can...
  15. lynnelise
    I usually ask if they can cook the burger on foil. Sometimes it helps to say you have an allergy because that is more easily understood than intolerance. Also be careful with chicken. I find it is usually has soy sauce.
  16. lynnelise
    I'm so sorry to hear about your dog! It's so hard to lose a close companion and my heart breaks for you! I am also sorry to hear your relationship with your children was strained due to illness. Sadly it seems a lot of young people seem to blame their parents for every little thing these days. I'm 33 and it seems like my friends are just now at the...
  17. lynnelise
    Do you think the doctor could have said adhesions? My gallbladder was so swollen it had been pressing up into my liver and causing adhesions which is scar tissue linking the two organs together.
  18. lynnelise
    Lithium is very toxic to your liver. I work at a mental health organization and this was a very early treatment for bipolar disorder (the mania part not the depression part) and they basically almost never use it now. If you use it your doctor has to do bloodtests monthly or sometimes weekly as it will build up in your bloodstream quick! If you get too...
  19. lynnelise
    Honestly I would stay at home if I could. I have a 16 year old daughter so I wouldn't really consider myself I SAHM. Sadly my husbands insurance is so expensive ($10K deductible!!!) that I have to work to keep us insured ($500 deductible). I have been sick for over 2 years (since having mono) and no one can seem to tell my why. Luckily my job is low key...
  20. lynnelise
    For pre-made crusts I love Udi's! It is a thinner crust and has a great texture! Never soggy. I too can't do the Kinnikinnick. It's so gummy. Sadly the only pizza place in rural WV that offers gluten-free crusts uses the Kinnikinnick. I'm not paying $15 for a tiny pizza with a gummy crust.
  21. lynnelise
    There was a lab experiment where they made sourdough that had almost no gluten but the article made it plainly clear that the level of fermentation was well beyond what would be capable in a bakery or what could be made in home. So in short no...I wouldn't tough the sourdough. I like Udi's and Rudi's and so does my gluten eating husband. We had Rudi...
  22. lynnelise
    My sister-in-law does not have celiac or any other bowel disorders and she gets extreme GI issues when stressed. She is undergoing a divorce and for over a month had constant puking and diarrhea. In high school when her parents were divorcing she had the same issue and actually underwent testing for celiac, colitis, crohn's and other issues at Duke and...
  23. lynnelise
    I loathe beer so I can't answer to whether or not any gluten-free variety is good. I know that my not gluten-free husband loves Rudi's and Udi's breads. I do usually toast them because it improves the texture. I usually use Ancient Harvest corn/quinoa pasta. Gluten eating friends coming for dinner usually have 2nds or 3rds. Sometimes ask to take some...
  24. lynnelise
    Do you have these issues with all caffine or just coffee? You could have a mild coffee allergy or intolerance. I have occasional issues with coffee but can drink tons of tea without problems. Also people with Celiac are prone to other autoimmune issues. You may want a check up just to be sure you aren't dealing with RA, Lupus, or Sjogren's (commonly...
  25. lynnelise
    If he has been diagnosed with Mono he may be doing too much. Mono requires lots and lots of rest! I had mono two years ago and I seriously don't think I ever really recovered from it.
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