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Thank you, for saying it was Ok for me to make the dumb mistake. Just having someone understand where I was coming from, means so much to me, truly. Thank you. I know that gluten free is the best for my health and I intend to stay that way. I accepted it before, so accepting it now is easy, especially when the consequences are so ugly. Thank you again...
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LolaB, which by the way, is my mother's name. Lol! You have received so much wonderful advice. I have a complicated history with Celiac, but have returned to being gluten free around the new year. I was gluten free for over a year when I decided it would be "OK" for me to go back to gluten. Long story short, it wasn't "OK". I have found eating a very...
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You are sure right about what you said. I mourned for the loss of gluten food a couple years ago; luckily I don't feel the need to do that again. Just working to stay the course. Everyone has their cross to bare, grateful God went easy on me, compared to others. Good luck in your journey, too!
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Thanks everyone for replying, it really helped. I'm sorry my post was confusing, guess the brain fog has not completely cleared. Lol!! As for being diagnosed and I diagnosed:blood test results would come back both ways so it was inconclusive. I had an endocrin. And gastro. Test me. Had biopsy and scope that indicated I was not celiac, but I had stopped...
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ARCHIVED Why Am I Not Sick From Eating Gluten?!?!?!
AZGirl replied to saaa-wheat<3's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I am so glad you aren't having any symptoms. I kind of am going through the same thing. I posted it earlier for help, too. I think you should eat what you want and just be monitored closely for vitamin deficiencies etc.... Why restrict yourself if you are able to get nutrients. Gluten Free is no fun and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Good luck and Stay... -
ARCHIVED I Feel Incredible, Whats Going On? Advice
AZGirl replied to houdini's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I just posted my story which also has a "recovery" from stomach issues, but I still get powerful Brain Fog from eating gluten, but am not throwing up, etc... I am very interested in what the "Celiac Elders" have to say about this. Good luck to you! -
I am confused and hoping someone can help me understand what is going on. I was diagnosed and undiagnosed several times 2 years ago; tested due to stomach, malnutrion, BRAIN FOG, etc... issues. In September of 2011 I went gluten free and stayed that way for a full year. I worked hard to be careful, but felt I was constantly getting accidentally contaminated...
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ARCHIVED Foods To Eat After Being Glutened?
AZGirl replied to rnb2114's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
When I read your post it made me cry because I have been gluten free for 9 months now and the last several days have been just awful. It reminded me I am not alone, so thanks for that. I had to miss a day of work today because the stomach pains were just too much. They have subsided but the nausea persists. I have been doing my old standbys, but this time... -
I actually came home from work after only being there for 2 hours today. I was cross contaminated last night and am still working through the symptoms. I am an occupational therapist who works in a public school system and people count on me. I wasn't able to see my kids today because I couldn't be sure I wouldn't have to run out of the room while I was with...
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ARCHIVED Do Your Symptoms Always Run The Same Course?
AZGirl posted a topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I have been doing my best to be gluten free since September of 2010. Unfortunately, I rarely go more than a week without having some cc issues. I guess I'm going to learn all my mistakes the hard way. Anyway, I had to come home from work today because of a cc issue with my lunch. I ordered a salad at Subway....I know what you are thinking, but I forgot... -
OMG!!! I had this happen to me a few weeks ago. It happened for about a week and then just went away. I also had one of my feet swell for no apparent reason a day later. My hair was also falling out dramatically so I made an appt for my endocrinologist, thinking thyroid. He did a bunch of tests and they all came back normal, so I have to think it was something...
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ARCHIVED Conferences/retreats/seminars/etc
AZGirl replied to Aimee's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I think calling ahead is always worth a shot, but I ALWAYS have a back up plan. I usually bring my lunch bag packed with stuff I can eat. I had this issue recently. When I got there they "forgot" about my special salad. Good thing I brought my own tuna salad and lettuce. I find it's hard when I don't have access to a microwave though. I must admit that... -
ARCHIVED What Helps With Brain Fog?
AZGirl replied to superfob's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
Hope you get your tests completed soon. I never did the gastro tests because I didn't have the nerve to do the challenge. My entire life I have struggled with slow processing and working memory. Very frustrating!!! There are times now when my head is clear and my thought processes are lighting fast and effective. But when I get glutened, I feel like my... -
It's on in the Southwest as well. I was diagnosed back in Oct. and it's all very new to my family and friends. They are always so excited to tell me they saw a commercial or went to their grocery store and found a "whole section of gluten free stuff." LOL!! They crack me up. It's nice to get all this support though. Typically when I go to a restaurant...
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I hope you're not offended by this,but I recommend enjoying the exotic cocktails in Hawaii. Eat a boring dinner with a fun cocktail. Sorry I'm kind of a "if you have lemons make a lemon drop" kind of girl. I would also try to get out and get to a market. They have amazing fruits there. You're going to have to change your focus from food to something...