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  1. ciavyn
    I think it affects everyone differently. Outside of really good, home made rolls and breads, I never was much for bready items. I ate cake because someone made it, or it was a birthday party, etc...did I need cake? NO. Did I end up eating ice cream too, because I'd rather have that? Yeppers. So perhaps take stock of what you ate because it was the social...
  2. ciavyn
    If you are able to start some light exercise (or continue, if you already are) you should be fine. I eat like a horse, too, and I think it's because I'm so active...but I also don't gain weight at this point. Which I'll take...
  3. ciavyn
    Jen -- I've not had a problem with the nuts in the store. Keep in mind that often these CYA statements are just that -- CYA. Many, many products are made on the same lines. Some people are VERY sensitive, and others aren't. So you'll have to decide as you go what you want to risk.
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    I'm going to third, or fourth what everyone else said. I did the one meal a day thing in high school, and I couldn't lose weight no matter what I did. In fact, I gained weight. When I finally followed a regular diet and exercise plan, I dropped pounds quickly (I won't mention all the unhealthy things I did...:sigh:) but nonetheless, I've managed to keep that...
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    Wow -- that is interesting, and I'm definitely going to try it. Sounds lovely. Incidentally, if you add some flour to that almond crust mixture and brown sugar instead of white, it turns out very much like a graham crust...and super yummy.
  6. ciavyn
    Natural flavoring and spices is often suspect, though I've not had any issues. It has only been four days, so sometimes the body is reacting to everything, without explanation. I had off and on issues for the first month or so, before it smoothed out, and every now and again, something that shouldn't have bothered me will, and I have a nasty reaction. Give...
  7. ciavyn
    Good to know, and thank you for the recipe!
  8. ciavyn
    Unless it has cookie crumbs or something in it, you should be fine. I love white chocolate and eat it regularly. There is a great recipe on here for graham crackers crusts, if you do a search -- it is super yummy. And Cheesecake sounds like a fun dessert for a birthday. Let us know how it turns out.
  9. ciavyn
    Where did you pick up that crust, and would you be able to share the recipe for the garlic butter? I always struggle with stuff like that.
  10. ciavyn
    Go with your gut...no pun intended! I eat out about once a week, and I pick my locations carefully. If someone refers to me to a place because they are gluten free as well, or a restaurant advertises gluten free, chances are, they know what it entails. Restaurant owners and managers are not stupid when it comes to the risk of stating gluten free. That's...
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    Me too! I've been gluten-free for six months, and I'm ALWAYS hungry. I am training for a half-marathon, so logically I'm going to be hungry, but I'm famished constantly. And it's real hunger, not emotional munching craving. Very frustrating.
  12. ciavyn
    I drink Gatorade whenever I'm on a run, and I have never had a problem. That being said, I don't classify myself as uber-sensitive. So it may depend on where you fall...but I think you'll find that same answer with any corn-sourced modified food starch.
  13. ciavyn
    I travel several times a year. Here's what works for me: I take whatever gluten free staples that can be eaten cold or microwaved: soups, packets of beans (check the mexican aisle) sandwiches, frozen gluten free meals, veggies, fruit, cheese, potatoes, sweet potatoes, etc. Whatever you enjoy. Make yourself some stuff a head of time if need be. Ignore difficult...
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    A kitchen aid stand mixer should do the job. I have a home model, but the $300 one that i bought on ebay for $80 four years ago. Wow, is that thing awesome!! Love it, love it, love it! Check out craigslist and ebay if you want to get a steal. I've never had any problem with the attachments or cross contamination -- just washed everything in super hot water...
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    Same thing here. But with all the food issues I have and everything else I've given up, I'm not giving up chocolate or caffeine. I try to moderate my intake, so as to keep it at normal levels. But give them up? Not on this side of icicles in H-E-double-hockey-sticks.
  16. ciavyn
    For the squeamish, I prefer the raw chicken example. Anyone who cooks anything has probably handled raw chicken (barring the vegetarians among us) and understands the importance of handling chicken very carefully and cleaning up afterwards. That is the way I view gluten. It can come into my house, but it stays in a separate container, and away from other...
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    Oooo...Ahhhh....that sounds mighty fine to me! Thanks for passing on the info!
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    Yo, my PA peeps...Wegman's has all sorts of bread options, and the Healthy Grocer in Camp Hill, PA (about an hour from chambersburg) has Udi's bread now...and believe you me, it's worth the drive. I just finished my deli chicken, miracle whip, and white Udi bread sandwich. Yummy. not to mention: grilled cheese. Just savor that one from a moment. Ah.... ...
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    Ooo, that is good to know. I haven't tried it yet because the price is high and I didn't have any recommendations from others. I'll pick it up the next time I'm at the store!
  20. ciavyn
    If you follow something close to the phase 1 and 2 of the south beach diet, you'll be darn close. Potatoes, corn chips, check out the gluten free aisle of your nearest grocery/health store. Here's my story on baking: I've gotten very, very lucky. Pretty much everything I've made has been yummy. I bought Tom Sawyer's flour mix (it was between that and...
  21. ciavyn
    I probably should keep my trap shut, because I don't have all the medical stuff on celiac's down yet...but I would recommend exercising and eating sensibly, regardless of what else you may have read. Exercise is good for so many body processes, and as someone who has a hard time regulating her weight, I totally understand your frustration. I'm small, but...
  22. ciavyn
    I read this earlier, but wanted to wait and see what someone else said. My opinion: that's what we call celiac disease and a resistant doctor. Good god. I wouldn't continue down that path if I were you. Then again, I have to work with people, so gluten and I are a bad combo in small spaces! But I'd be darned if I'd continue to live like that. Best of luck...
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    Hm...good to know. Lyco -- are you new to the gluten-free diet? I didn't have sour cream for the first four months, but now I can have it without too much issue. I'm back to eating cheese, too. Again, took about four months, but now i feel much better on it. My point: over time, you can probably have it again, if you are willing to give it up for just...
  24. ciavyn
    Amen! That is the same thing I did my first day: two grilled cheese. Two PB and J the next day (and I shouldn't have PB, so I was miserable for part of the day...but it was SO worth it...then I went back to almond butter). Love the blueberry muffins...I nuke 'em for 30 seconds and they fall out of the plastic and yum...
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    I can't suggest anything yet because I haven't run mine, but I'm fundraising for the San Diego Rock N Roll half marathon! Very cool to see another TNT member on here!! Best of luck -- fundraising is tough. I have $1400 left to go and am trying to come up with ideas...I'm thinking hitting up local businesses isn't a bad idea!
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