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ARCHIVED How Do You Do Restaurants Without Making A Fuss....
artmeg55 replied to kbabe1968's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
My opinion on dealing with eating gluten-free in a restaurant is that you need to be very specific without being nasty. Most people are quite willing to accommodate our needs if they understand what you want clearly. For instance, when you're out to breakfast and yes you want the hash browns but not the toast, if the dish shows up with toast, either they... -
ARCHIVED Aching Muscles - What's It All About?
artmeg55 replied to covsooze's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I have the same issues that the rest of you are noting and the fatigue is overwhelming at times. I can’t seem to tell if taking extra calcium with D helps or not, but I do seem to feel better in the summer when it’s warmer. The joints in my hips are so sore sometimes it is hard to go to sleep so I've been taking a lot of Motrin. Now that the weather is bet... -
ARCHIVED Cereal
artmeg55 replied to 11111's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
The important thing to remember is that you're worth it! I look at these items as staples that are necessary items. Personally I do not care for Rice Crispies or corn flakes. They get too soggy and taste like mush. This may sound crazy, but I keep a box of baby rice cereal for mornings that I need to get out extra early. It's not bad with milk, a shake of... -
ARCHIVED Helpfull Tips On How To Remember What Is And Isn't gluten-free, Please!
artmeg55 replied to Sandyo's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
The ideas presented on carrying lists are great, but I tend to double-check, so I like to read the labels on everything. Someone posted here about a year ago to look for single-ingredient foods especially when eating out. That's really helped me alot! In the ongoing attempt to try to stay healthy, I started eating Stoneyfield yogurt. It seemed like a good... -
ARCHIVED Let's Talk About Poop For A Minute.
artmeg55 replied to frenchiemama's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
Wow, I guess we are all gluten-free normal!!! THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS DON'T ANY OF YOU HAVE BABY WIPES????!!!??? At my house, we never stopped buying them even after the children were old enough to deal with the bathroom alone. Believe me, they are a lifesaver even for adults. My doctor recommends using them during a colonoscopy prep. When I tell friends... -
I still think lunch at work is the toughest gluten-free meal to plan. My favorite lunches are leftovers...I try to make enough of whatever we are having for dinner and just pop some into a microwave save container to reheat. Also, I like to make a batch of gluten-free soup and freeze individual containers. Annie's makes a good gluten-free mac and cheese that...
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Guess that I don't have to blame impending menapause anymore!
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One more thought. Miss Robens online store has gluten-free products besides food. Check there for some you may like. Open Original Shared Link Meg
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There has been ongoing controversy regarding caffeine vs. the de-caffination process as to which is worse. Personally, I choose to stick with herbal teas that are caffeine-free. Once you choose a flavor you like or enjoy a variety as I do, they are lots of choices. I find tea to be very soothing and it's wonderful with honey. My doctor prescribed Prevacid...
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Three nutritionists have told me that skin care products do not cross-over (will not make you sick). But I just can't bring myself to buy anything with wheat in it for myself. I would not even consider any lipstick with wheat as an ingredient. Try Estee Lauder's Intense Lip Creme. I like the Amour Rose. It has long lasting color wihout dyeing or drying out...
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ARCHIVED When I Get Glutened, This Works For Me...
artmeg55 replied to cornbread's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Thanks for the tip! I'm going to get some and try it too. Wish I had some right now! That's the great thing about this message board, getting and sharing advice! Meg -
ARCHIVED 100 (or More) Things To Do When You Are Glutened
artmeg55 replied to a topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
73. Force fluids, and then force more fluids. My new favorite is Twining's lemon and ginger tea. Its' caffeine free too so it won't keep you awake. The lemon is perky and the ginger's good for the stomach. Meg -
ARCHIVED Gritty Taste Of Gf Flours
artmeg55 replied to christicrete's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
Betty Hagman's flour works out pretty well for most recipes as a substitute for wheat flour. You can but it from Miss Robens online store. -
ARCHIVED Is There A List Of Gf Freindly Places?
artmeg55 replied to VydorScope's topic in Gluten-Free Restaurants
celiac3270, Please send me your list too! Thanks! Meg megfierro@comcast.net -
Last Saturday, I dragged my family with me to Mr. Ritts Bakery in Philadelphia. At first they did not plan on being very excited, but they were when I was! Mr. Ritts Bakey ONLY bakes gluten-free and I am thrilled with everything that I bought which included lemom poppyseed muffins, orange almond biscotti, and blueberry waffles. That means that all of the...
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ARCHIVED Book On Gulten
artmeg55 replied to 11111's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
I agree that "The Gluten Free Bible" is worth every penny. It's an indispensable reference for gluten-free living. The magazine "Living Without" is good, but the book is a handy, concise guide that covers just about everything. -
It's comforting (sort of) that many of us have similiar responses to accidental gluten consumption, but I find tired thing to be really annoying. At the first sign of distress I try to drink as much water as possible. It helps to keep my body digesting the bad stuff. I usually console myself that the sooner it passes, the sooner I'll feel better. If it happens...
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I was pretty excited to hear the npr report. Maybe I'm behind the times, but the best news for me was that labelling requirements are changing in January. Those "hidden" wheat and gluten drive me crazy, especially eating out. Even better news...If you have not discoved the "Gluten Free Bible" by Jax Lowell--it's amazingly comprehensive. According to the author...
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ARCHIVED Neverending Breadcrumbs..
artmeg55 replied to Emme999's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
I too would like to know the answer to this question. When I am cooking, I ALWAYS prepare anything gluten-free first and/or separately. I have heard that prepared foods unless prepared in a totally gluten-free factory are not realy gluten-free. So is there a truly gluten-free place. Sure not at my home! -
What really bugs me is when I KNOW that I have been careful and cautious of what I eat and I still get symptoms. I usually blame "modified food starch." If the FDA couls be made to mandate accurate detailing of accurate food ingredients, we could avoid such matters. But until then, we will suffer the consequences. It would be so easy (but so boring) to maintain...
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ARCHIVED Question For Any Really Underweight Celiac's?
artmeg55 replied to ronapa's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
Ron, charlotte, and others who are thin, I too am thin and I agree it's somewhat comforting to know that others have the same concern with this. I will be 50 on Easter and weigh about 110 at 5'7". I was down to 100 when I was diagnosed in 2003, but likely have had celiac most of my life. During this past summer, I was up to 114 and feeling better at that... -
ARCHIVED Rosie's Gluten Free Gourmet Food Ltd.
artmeg55 replied to Carriefaith's topic in Introduce Yourself / Share Stuff
If you live in Canada, you can probably order gluten-free products directly from Sterk's Bakery in Ontario. They are located at 3866 23rd Street, Vineland and their Tel is (905) 562-3086. From what I have learned, this bakery is owned by a gluten-free family. I do not have the time or energy to bake my own bread, so I buy theirs. I have to order mine from... -
ARCHIVED Delicious Cereal!
artmeg55 replied to a topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
If you are looking for good gluten-free cereals, try the EnviroKids choices. They're good for grown-ups too! I like the Gorilla Munch, which hold up well in milk as all of this brand do, the Panda puffs are peanut buttery, and my new favorite is Koala Krisp that are chocolatey. Some of the major grocery stores actually stock these (Genuardi's and Shop Rite...