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ARCHIVED Upset With Culvers
MelindaLee replied to nikelodeon79's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Love it! You're married to a smart man! -
ARCHIVED "my Dr. Said It's Ok To Have Wine"
MelindaLee replied to Cath R's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I am interested in hearing more experienced people's responces. I thought wine was fine. I just went to a wine festival, and enjoyed and didn't notice any issues. I also thought whisky was fine as it would be a distilled alcohol, and that was okay. -
Check to see what the ADA rules are for your school. It's not fair for you to "strike out" if this is a disease, not a choice.
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ARCHIVED Possible Nerve Damage In My Hand ?
MelindaLee replied to Dellers's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
It took over a week for my joint pain and neurological issues to clear up after having gluten. (and 3 weeks when I went gluten free) Hopefully everything will clear up for you soon! -
ARCHIVED Tapioca Starch Flour Taste Problems?
MelindaLee replied to dandelionsrflowers's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
What is the "off" taste like? I had some Udi's bread that had almost a chemical/metalic kind of taste. Though it was only part of 1 loaf of bread. Is this the issue you had? -
ARCHIVED Rolo, Reeses, Dove Pleasures
MelindaLee replied to alissar's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
I spoke to Hershey's and they are specific that reese's peanut butter cups are safe as they are made on a dedicated line. I am pretty sure the dove were as well, but I would have to check my list. I don't remember her talking about Rolo's. Hershey was great in being able to answer the questions. They seem to get CC issues. For example, they trust their... -
I am new to this and am looking for anyone is this grand cheese state.
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ARCHIVED Rheumatoid Arthritis & Celiac Connection?
MelindaLee replied to MESAs Mom's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
I was referred for testing 2 years ago for RA. The testing came back negative, but I was diagnosed with arthritis related to my psoriasis (I can never remember the exact term). I was on meds for 2 years. A month ago I was dx with Celiac after an endoscopy was done to rule out the cause of pain in my upper right quadrant (my gallbladder) I have been gluten... -
I an new to this, and have been researching quite a bit. My DD brought home a school fundraiser for Market Day. I pessimistically thought I would see if they had gluten free listings. I searched it on their site, expecting nothing in responce. I was happily surprised! They have a extensive list of things which are gluten free. Many are the meats and...
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I see the list for wheat, but that doesn't rule out gluten from other sources.
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ARCHIVED Canned Tuna
MelindaLee replied to myserenityprayer's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I just read that one, too. They were talking about Starkist Tuna. I think the conclusion was that Soy was the concern, with multiple sensitivities. I was looking closely as I think I glutened myself the other day and was trying to figure out where I went wrong. Glad to know I can still safely have my tuna. (Unless my problem was acutally soy, which both... -
ARCHIVED Lucky Charms
MelindaLee posted a topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I occationally LOVE a bowl of Lucky Charms. I know they are horrible for me, but what can I say???? I haven't had any since going gluten free. I know GM is usually good about labeling any unsafe ingrediants. I don't see anything that is unsafe, but am I missing anything? I really don't want to give in to my craving and suffer. -
ARCHIVED Puffed Rice Cereal
MelindaLee replied to Frances03's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I found it at another grocery store today for $1.99 a bag!!! -
ARCHIVED King Arthur Flour Gluten Free!
MelindaLee replied to GlutenCanKissMyButt's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I used the all purpose flour mix. I thought it was better than Bob's Red Mill. I am new to this and it was the first flour I used as a replacement. If what everyone says is true, and you are more likely to notice a difference when you are new to gluten free...I didn't notice the difference between this and my regular gluten filled bakery. I did notice... -
ARCHIVED Hair Loss
MelindaLee replied to naiiad's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
My friend has just been newly diagnosed with Celiac. One of her major issues has been excessive hair loss which seems to be related to severe anemia (which can be prevelent with celiac). It might be something you might want to ask the doctor about. -
ARCHIVED Pain Getting Worse
MelindaLee replied to sherrylynn's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
First, WELCOME I will let others give you info on the GI issues, as I am relatively new and havn't had much problems with that. I did have joint and leg pains that were worse before they were better. It's been 4 weeks now, though and I am off my arthristis medication. I had gluten last week and had joint pain again, which has taken a bit to resolve... -
ARCHIVED Joint Inflammation
MelindaLee replied to MarkR555's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
Welcome to the club!!! I was diagnosed 4 weeks ago. Since then, I have went off my arthritis meds. I thought my pain was due to aging...but have found a great releaf since I have been gluten free. I was glutened (my fault) last week, and noticed the joint pain worse than any GI issues. It took longer for that to resolve for me than the GI issues... -
ARCHIVED My First 3 Weeks And Questions
MelindaLee replied to GypsyGirl's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
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I haven't read through the rest of the post, only you comment, so this might have been covered, but I am wondering you have ever condidered seeing a chiropractor. Ribs can get out of alignment, because they are attached to your vertebrae. Just a thought. I know people have very differing thoughts about chirpractors. I couldn't like without mine.
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ARCHIVED Anyone Have A Costco gluten-free List?
MelindaLee replied to jasonD2's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I had their corn chips with Flax....AWESOME!!! -
ARCHIVED Anyone Have A Costco gluten-free List?
MelindaLee replied to jasonD2's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
OK, I just have to ask...What is Pirate's Booty??? -
ARCHIVED Puffed Rice Cereal
MelindaLee replied to Frances03's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I found some today!!! It was Arrowhead Mills brand. It does not specifically state it is gluten free, though. The only ingredient was Brown Rice. I did google it and found it online to order as well. I found it at Copp's which is the same as Roundy's or Pick N Sav. Though, I haven't seen it before, I might not have noticed either, except I remembered you... -
ARCHIVED Question To Those Avoiding Dairy
MelindaLee replied to srall's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Thanks for the info. I will have to try to figure out what is causing the trouble. It's ironic... a month ago, I don't think I would have noticed...I would have thought it was all just "normal" irregularity in my system and would have just ignored it. I have learned that ignorance is NOT bliss! -
ARCHIVED At A Loss
MelindaLee replied to lilgooberluvsya's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
I am (was ) a huge carb addict. I went cold turkey 4 weeks ago. Though I have sad moments when I think..."I will never get to try ____", I do feel better. If I let myself cheat, I think I would never quit. (This is the one diet I have been able to stick to, as my pay off came pretty quick ) -
ARCHIVED Question To Those Avoiding Dairy
MelindaLee replied to srall's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Since we're talking about lactose/casin issues...I have a questions for all you out there. I have only been gluten free for a month now, but have noticed a HUGE difference (YEAH) I have noticed after having my morning coffee (usually with some type of creamer) I am getting pains in my stomach. Usually it doesn't cause intestinal issues. Today I had Soy...