krystynycole

6 months may not be enough! Hang in there and keep sticking to your diet and after awhile you will feel better. Also, I keep a gluten enzyme in my purse for those cc days.. Though it doesn't make me feel great or a "cure" it seems to help break down the gluten and have it move through my body a little quicker.

I'm going to my nephew's birthday party and my sister asked my to bring some sort of dessert that is both gluten and dairy free as one of the kids cannot have either. I know the gluten end as I myself as gluten-free, but anyone have any good and kid friendly desserts I could make accommodating both dairy and gluten free????

We are new to this forum. My 16 year old daughter diagnosed with Celiac a few weeks ago. She just had gluten free pasta, sauce and fresh brocolli for lunch. She then sprinkled a little gluten-free mozzerlla on the pasta. She also drank some minute maid lemonade from concentrate. Her belly grew after lunch. So..... I called minute maid and they said it is gluten free. Now I wonder if it was the that she may be lactose intolerant as well. Or they aren't truthful at minute maid because I have seen some conflict on this forum regarding minute maid. Everything else she ate was labeled on the containers gluten free except the juice can. Can anyone advise?

Was it shredded cheese? Some brands have additives to keep the shredded cheese not stick together and clump in the bag. Most are safe, but check the brand. I stick to block cheese and shred it my self. I usually shred a bunch at a time and keep in a container.

If you haven't tried those cookies yet I highly recommend them! I also flatten them with sugar on the bottom of the cup and then smooth out the kiss on top after it has been on for a minute...mmm....I am actually eating them now

Betty crocker makes EXCELLENT gluten-free cake and brownie mix. I'm not a fan of their cookies, but some people are.

Some times I make a trail mix with peanuts, m&m's and popcorn.

Chocolate covered fruit always hits the spot.

Quick pancake mix....I use Betty Crocker gluten-free mix. It's fantastic!

There are tons of places to eat out Italian! Do a search on this site for gluten free restaurants and you'd be surprised. One of my favorite places to eat out gluten-free is Italian! I eat gluten free pasta in my house and enjoy it all the time. Even my husband enjoys it.

I feel your pain of bread. I used to fill up on bread and barely touch my entr

I almost quit my job because of the fatigue, but going gluten-free has saved my job and has made me much happier as I'm not so exhausted all the time.

I hear you! It's one of the most annoying things because it devalues our diagnosis. It makes it seem like we are over reacting crazy people who are out of control, but in reality we are no different than someone with a peanut allergy expect wheat is in more things than peanuts are. Granted our throats won't close up, but we still have severe consequences from the food.

I ranted on this once and one of my family members told me, what's the big deal, many doctors feel wheat is toxic to everyone anyways. I wanted to punch, but I was kind and did not...

I also have a coworker who's sister is ceilac. As a teacher we get food, often sweets, donated to us for appreciation in our teacher's lounge. When I long for just a bite of one of the sweets everyone else is eating my coworkers response is "my sister is celiac and she cheats all the time, just eat a piece." Um what?! No thank you...I'd rather not be up all night sick!

I do not understand why some people are just totally and completely insensitive.

People like this will be around all the time! It's not fair, it's not nice, and we shouldn't have to put up with it but we do.

She reminds me of my sister. My sister thinks she's always right but she doesn't know anything about gluten-free which creates a lot of controversy. One thing I've done is just to take my own food with when I eat with her. I simply say this is my food and this is what I'm eating. I don't make a big deal out of it and always take something precooked easily warmed up in a microwave. I also let her try my food I bring and she's slowly starting to change her attitude.

Best of luck to you and hope things turn out for you!

welcome! I as well am self diagnosed, which can be hard because there is no doctor to help you out through the process in any way. However you've found the right place, I've learned so much just from reading other peoples questions and responses.

First, I'd advise starting to eat just naturally gluten free food. It's the best way to stay positive about your new diet. Stick to the outside of your grocery store eating fresh fruit, veggies, and meats. Then slowly add in other "adapted" gluten-free foods.

Second...check out different food blogs (many on this site) for meal ideas. Also, I enjoy many recipes at www.bettycrocker.com. They make gluten-free bisquick and have a lot of recipe ideas that my non gluten-free husband even raves about!

My husband went gluten free with me because he didn't want to eat things I love around me or even have them in the house. He indulges when he has a guys night at his friends house with no ill effects from the gluten. It's actually been much healthier for him and he has lost weight as a result.

I found Rudi's Multi-Grain sandwich bread in the freezer section at Costco yesterday (located near the frozen waffles, etc). I just tried my first slice (toasted) - delicious! The best store-bought gluten-free I've tried, and much easier than making my own in the bread machine. $6.99 for 2 loaves.

I don't know if all Costco stores carry it... this was at the one in Carlsbad, California on Palomar Mt Rd.

Good luck!

Sounds delcious! I shall have to run out to Cost Co and see if it is over here in the midwest!

If I knew where you were I would hug you! I definitely hear ya! I feel like if I had some sort of other food issue, such as peanuts, it would be better---like people would take me more serious and not be such a "burden" on them.

**HUGS**

One word of caution. Do not start him on the diet before the blood draw. You need to have gluten in your system for the test results to be accurate.

I use corn tortillas as bread and make a wrap with whatever sandwich fixings you desire.

It all depends on how sensitive you are. For me, I can eat candy processes on shared lines, but not cereal. If I have a craving for something I test it out with small sample so I don't get overly sick like with a full meal.

I buy a brand of broth at my local Jewel grocery store. It's organic and gluten-free called Pacific. I use it all the time in my recipes! It comes in chicken and beef broth.

One thing I like to use is Gluten-Zyme. It works similarly to a lactaide pill but for gluten. It doesn't help so much with the pain, but it does seem to speed up the process for me so I'm in pain for less of a time. I also take it if I go out to eat at a restaurant or even to friends/family just to help alleviate cross contamination. There are many types of gluten enzymes available at your local health food store.

Also, from wife who is married to someone who is not gluten-free I want to say THANK YOU! You have no idea how wonderful it is that you are helping your wife seek answers and help. My husband has been my biggest support system because of who supportive he was.

I hate speaking up! It makes me feel like a burden. I've recently started making my own peanut butter and chocolate gluten-free cookies. I keep them in the freezer at work. I take them out for special occasions/parties and people are actually jealous of the cookies. Pizza is great, but to me pb and chocolate cookies are great too I have just changed my perspective that they have their treat and I have mine instead of thinking about what I'm missing.

I have had psoriasis on my scalp for along time and I've been gluten-free for about six months now. I haven't seen a change at all. I do know others in our same boat who changed their beauty products and saw major improvement. Anything and everything they put on their face, head, or skin is double checked for ingredients as some products do contain gluten. Just a thought

Have you call the manufacturer about your vitamins? They are "hidden" in the ingredients.

Also have you checked you make up and hair products? This was big shock for me.

My husband thinks I'm crazy, but I also recheck everything when I go shopping. It seems that unless the company is targeting gluten free consumers, they change supply companies without a change to their labels which means those "natural flavors" could be changed and possibly contain gluten.

This is awesome! It is such an encouragement to know people are fighting for us!

I'm eating out with friends next week and I'm looking for a good place to eat in Chicago's South Suburbs. My husband and I eat out at Palermo's and Barroco's without any problems, but I've had issues at Olive Garden, Chili's and Francesca's on 95th. I guess I'm just looking for a new place to try than the two that have been safe for me. Does anyone have any suggestions for a sensitive stomach?

Thanks

Hi,

I find that if I'm not eating a proper amount of protein and fibrous foods like fruits and veggies I get hungry faster. If you are slightly insulin resistant a lower carb diet might help. I have always been successful on diets when I focus on homemade soups that are vegetable based, low in fat, etc. I also find that buying raw sunflower seeds in bulk are a great item while I watch TV. That's a lot of cracking & crunching and very few calories for a pile of sf seeds

Any diet that is more "whole" vs. processed is going to make you feel full longer, due to the fiber content. Do you drink juice or eat the fruit whole? Many people drink their calories even on gluten-free.

The only liquids I drink when trying to lose weight are water & unsweetened herbal iced tea I make myself (or hot herbal tea) and maybe add lemon or orange to my water. Staying well hydrated is important too.

Other factors that inhibit weight loss are thyroid issues. There is a school of thought that says Omega 3,6,9 is essential to fat metabolism. And...ta da da...you cannot rule out the exercise & fuel-burning factor. Revving up your engine with movement is essential (esp. if your body is in bad shape to begin with). You've heard that muscle burns more calories at rest than fat...well it's true.

Life is an uphill battle isn't it? Hang in there,

FooGirlsMom

I'd definitely agree. I was very hungry when I first started my gluten-free diet. Then a friend of mine suggested adding more protein and fiber to my diet. So I've found ways to eat a proper amount of protein and fiber with EVERY meal. It has made a dramatic change in my eating habits and I'm actually eating smaller to no snacks between meals because I don't get nearly as hungry as I used to.

Thank you so much for your replies! My husband will be excited to know I can start putting that back in dinner again

Just got off the phone with Dean's dips and the only dip that is guarnateed gluten-free is the Ranch dip. The others can't be guaranteed because the manufacturers switch often or something.

Thanks for replying to yourself! It's so helpful to read your reply as I search through various forums trying to plan my New Year's Eve Party at my house.