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  1. GFLindsey
    Ooops, obviously I meant "bought". Haha, promise I haven't started drinking it yet.
  2. GFLindsey
    I just bottle a bottle of Olde Savannah Sweet Tea wine. It is a grape wine with citrus spirits and "natural flavors". That made me a little nervous. Has anyone ever had this wine? If so, is it safe for me to drink? Nothing would hit the spot better than some sweet tea wine on our first warm evening in Ohio! Thanks for your help
  3. GFLindsey
    Yes - and it is FANTASTIC. My boyfriend works in Oakland and stops by to pick up bread for me when I run out (I recommend the flax seed loaf). Also, I have had their white sandwich bread, whoopie pie, cupcakes, brownies, and pumpkin tarts. All of them are delicious, but the whoopie pie and pumpkin tart are my favorites! I can't wait to actually stop in myself...
  4. GFLindsey
    Recently, I have seen a ton of gluten-free products popping up on Aldi shelf. First, Gorilla Munch and Panda Puffs have been sold at the two local Aldi locations for $2.79 a box! I was so happy when I saw them on shelves. I believe they will only be available a limited time but it is still exciting. Second, I started noticing that Aldi started labeling...
  5. GFLindsey
    TH - Very interesting information! I will search that topic and see what I find. I also was diagnosed as a Stage 1 Celiac, so minimal to no damage had been done to my small intestine. I wondered how that would factor into my recovery time and my reaction to glutenings. Thanks for the info! SG - Thanks for sharing your experiences. I truly would love for...
  6. GFLindsey
    I guess I shouldn't have said "No Reaction" in the title, because I did have some issues. However, nothing too extreme and actually quite ordinary for how I have been feeling these last 3 months.
  7. GFLindsey
    On Saturday afternoon I accidentally ate 3 wheat flour cookies (See my post "I wish it was an Oreo"). I literally had a panic attack when I realized my mistake and prepared for the worst reaction since going gluten-free. I have yet to directly ingest gluten since starting the diet in early Feb. However, I have had reactions many times after eating things...
  8. GFLindsey
    You seem to be "overthinking". Naturally gluten free foods (beans, nuts, meat) are not going to have a gluten-free label because it is just not needed. When these things are processed (canned beans in chili sauce, honey-roasted nutes, deli meats) then you need to check. Start by creating a list of your go-to grocery items. If this includes any processed...
  9. GFLindsey
    Wow - sounds like you attend the college I work at.. small, private school which requires students to purchase a meal plan. I am an admissions counselor and worked with a Celiac student last year (before I was even diagnosed - it was the first I had heard of the disease actually!). First - be very, very direct. Jeopardizing your health is NOT acceptable...
  10. GFLindsey
    Thank you all. I can't even explain how comforting it is to have people who understand! So this is weird. It's been over 3 hours and NOTHING. My stomach hurt a little and I saw nauseated, but not more than normal. I am always this way after I eat. In the past, if I get cc'ed I normally get diarrhea right away and feel like death is upon me. Obviously I...
  11. GFLindsey
    Thank you. So far so good.
  12. GFLindsey
    About 20 minutes ago, I ate 3 Mi-Del Ginger Snaps and then looked at that bag and realized that they were NOT the gluten-free kind. (I KNOW!! READ EVERY LABEL - I AM SO MAD AT MYSELF!) I immediately panicked and started crying. I am almost shaking I am so scared of whats to come. All I can say is that if I was going to eat straight up wheat cookies.. I wish...
  13. GFLindsey
    I am just past the three month mark and I still feel pretty awful. It can be really disheartening at times, but it is helpful to hear that everyone has had their challenges. I am similar to others, because I have had some symptoms completely disappear (ulcers, diarrhea, ringing in my ears) but some have gotten worse or appeared out of nowhere (severe bloating...
  14. GFLindsey
    Please answer the poll question and share your personal recovery experience!
  15. GFLindsey
    I want to start by saying that I work in an office with very supportive and thoughtful co-workers. I also want to say that it simply somtimes does not make a difference. I still feel left out and frustrated at times too. I work in an office where we have food-related events and celebrations several times a week at minimum (birthday parties, anniversaries...
  16. GFLindsey
    I had a dream last night that I ate french fries without checking if they came from a dedicated fryer. (Hahaha I am getting more advanced in the depth of my cross-contamination in my dreams) I woke myself up because I was so nervous and mad at myself for not checking before I stuffed them in my mouth. Once I realized I was sleeping, I started to laugh. My...
  17. GFLindsey
    I'm not really sure what normal symptoms are, but I can tell that I have been gluten free for 3 months and I still don't feel great. I used to get terrible diarrhea and that has gone away -- along with my mouth ulcers and the ringing in my ears. My new symptoms are extreme bloating and nausea after eating. I would suggest Gluten Free Living for Dummies...
  18. GFLindsey
    My doctor gave me some samples of Align to try after I asked him if I should use a probiotic. I have about 4 weeks worth of samples. He also gave me several weeks worth of Cuturelle and VSL#3 samples. I am eager to try them out. Took my second Align today! Does anyone take Align? Does anyone suggest another probiotic? Does anyone have arguments against...
  19. GFLindsey

    ARCHIVED Lactaid

    GFLindsey posted a topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    After 3 months gluten free, I am suspecting that I also have a mild lactose intolerance. I can eat small amounts of cheese and chocolate and yogurt without any noticeable issues. However, whenever I drink glasses of milk or eat a bowl of cottage cheese I am bloated with bad gas and normally a short bout of d. Does this sound like possible lactose intolerance...
  20. GFLindsey
    I am thrilled! I have an entire Bisquick cookbook that I used when first learning to cook in my pre-Celiac days. They were easy and delicious recipes. I will have to go and steal that book back from my mother! Thanks for sharing
  21. GFLindsey
    Here is a good way to look at things... You can always fly back home if you go and are too overwhelmed, stressed, etc. But you may lose this chance if you don't go for it now! Nothing is ever permanent so don't put too much pressure on yourself to stay if you are not comfortable or happy or healthy when you are in Europe. (Sometimes when I think of things...
  22. GFLindsey
    Is it sad that this information makes me happy?! I have been gluten-free for 3 months since my diagnosis and still dont feel 100%. I definitely use a lot of products with tocopheryl acetate -- specifically ALL of my hand sanitizers that I use before each meal! This new info will def. help clear out old lingering CC issues. Of course, thank you for your...
  23. GFLindsey
    I just realized that I start nearly every meal with hand sanitizer that has tocopheryl acetate in the ingredients list. I didn't know that this ingredient could be derived from wheat. After lots of online research, I am still finding conflicting information, so if someone can clear the air for me it would be much appreciated! Basically I have found sites...
  24. GFLindsey
    Eeeeek! Now I am nervous. The hand sanitizer I use every day has Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin e) listed in the ingredients. I have tried to research but naturally I am finding conflicting information. I have info that says tocopheryl acetate is derived from soy, a few say it can sometimes be derived from wheat. I have seen online that a TON of gluten free...
  25. GFLindsey
    Well I have a new one. I got a Sarris chocolate egg for Easter (they are a local chocolate company). I wouldn't have chanced it anyway, because I know they have one factory and are known for chocolate-covered pretzels. Delicious but dangerous little things! Anyway, the egg was fine besides the risk of cross contamination. However, there was a tiny pink and...
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