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I am 54 years old . I had my latest DEXA scan this past summer and it showed osteoporosis in my spine. My doc IMMEDIATELY started trying to push Boniva on me. I declined to go that route. I am taking supplements and doing weigh bearing exercises.And will closely watch the progress of the osteoporosis to decided wither or not to add drugs like Boniva...
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ARCHIVED Whats Your 'go-To' Meal
cahill replied to runningcrazy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
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ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
It has been almost a week since I started. Lamb,sweet potatos,peaches, peas and rice have been on the menu. Other than withdraw from coffee(( I had ALMOST cut it completely out before starting))I am starting to feel PRETTY GREAT At first I was very eager to start adding back foods,, But to be honest I am very apprehensive now that I am feeling better... -
ARCHIVED Whats Your 'go-To' Meal
cahill replied to runningcrazy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
is it corn/ corn syrup free ??? -
ARCHIVED Whats Your 'go-To' Meal
cahill replied to runningcrazy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
SOY FREE MAYO!!!!! where,what brand name or do you make your own????? *can you tell i miss mayo * -
ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
I woke up this morning CRAVING eggs and milk sooooo I am kinda thinkin I know where i am headed with this When you reintroduced eggs did you do egg whites one week and the yolks later?? or all at once? does it matter with eggs ?? ** this is important for me because I need to keep as much non-meat protein in my diet as i can** -
ARCHIVED Whats Your 'go-To' Meal
cahill replied to runningcrazy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I make soups on the weekend . I place them in individual containers and freeze so I have something in a hurry/spur of the moment . I add a salad and it's dinner. I know it doesnt sound exciting, but where I am with food right now knowing I have something I can eat and that is safe is IMPORTANT -
ARCHIVED Dh Is Ill And His Family Is Blaming My Gluten-Free Diet
cahill replied to msmini14's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
If he is totally gluten free ,there may be other intolerance/ allergys that he is noticing now. A gluten free diet is not going to make him ill,, if he is eating alot of replacement (gluten free) breads,ect those flours may be suspect.Tapioca flour is a no-no for me. Rant away,I totally understand,,,My two daughters are gluten free and totally... -
ARCHIVED My Son Has His Frst Post Dx Party Tomorrow. I'm Scared
cahill replied to jsmjboertlein's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
I hope everything goes well. You and the little guy have a good time and stay safe -
ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
LOL, yep corn was my crack, I fought tooth and nail to keep it in my diet,,but as you say It turned out to be a MAJOR issue ... Dairy is one that i will take special care in reintroducing. I am on my own in this (( with the exception of you great people)) my insurance is crap and the doctors i have seen are LESS than knowledgeable. The one... -
ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
I was dairy free long before I went gluten free,,BUT I did add it back about 6 months into being gluten free...Dairy does seem to be a hit or miss kinda thing. Skim milk doesnt bother me but cheese OH BOY. I will be really really sad if dairy has to go -
ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
I was able to find Lamb and at a reasonable price(( it was on sale )) I have eliminated alot all ready,,gluten,,soy , corn, nightshades and most grains,, but there is still somthing and hopefuly doing the elimination diet will pin point whatever it is Thanks everyone -
ARCHIVED Questions For Those That Have Done An Elimination Diet
cahill posted a topic in Food Intolerance & Leaky Gut
I have questions for those that have done an elimination diet. Something is still an issue .If i am being honest it just feels like food ,in general ,, is an issue .. I am considering doing an elimination diet. 1.. can i use lamb or turkey ??,, chicken is not agreeing with me so I am wondering about the turkey ,but am not sure I can get/afford lamb... -
ARCHIVED How Are The Grain-Free Folks Doing?
cahill replied to precious831's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I am still using bits of white rice/rice flour in my cooking but other than that I am grain free and doing soooo much better. I am able to consume legumes and am getting most of my carbs from them. I am not planning on adding back grains anytime soon IF at all -
Dont tums/most over the counter antacids have soy in them??? Do you have issues with soy? Do you have issues with your gallbladder ??
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this is one of the reasons I am looking for a new doctor... I refused to take boniva and my doc has tried to 'STRONG ARM' me into taking it.. the other reason i am looking for a new doc is when she FINALLY start to recognize some of my symptoms as possibility Celiac's related she said to me"" it doesnt matter that you have been gluten free for ...
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ARCHIVED What Gluten Free Chocolate Products Do Not Contain Soy
cahill replied to catarific's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
like chocolate ,lol, the taste is excellent but they do have a bit of a chalky texture,probably from the cocco,, my daughter suggested using bakers chocolate instead of cocco but I havent checked to see if it is soy free yet. -
ARCHIVED What Gluten Free Chocolate Products Do Not Contain Soy
cahill replied to catarific's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I have been sooooo sensitive lately that when I want/need chocolate i make these Open Original Shared Link I am afraid to eat anything right now unless I am POSITIVE it wont be harmful I use coconut oil and leave out the chocolate chips Keep me posted if you find something good -
I am 54 and have osteoporosis in my spine this supplement contains soy ,,which I can not take,,,what supplements would you guys suggest for me ??,,,
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ARCHIVED Oh, My Dog, These gluten-free Products Are Expensive!
cahill replied to Wise's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
Thankfully I can still eat beans Inexpensive cuts of meat ,beans ,sweet potatoes , berries and rice make up the majority of my diet.I try to include what veggies i can tolerate but they are questionable right now When I first went gluten free i went a little crazy with the gluten free breads ect.... but now I make black bean brownies or some other... -
ARCHIVED Breathe Right Advanced Nasal Strips
cahill replied to Trymester's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
my understanding is that glue may contain gluten -
ARCHIVED Is Lots Of Gas Normal?
cahill replied to Mizzo's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
For me having any amount of gas means I have consumed something I should not have. Soy gives me the WORST gas ever but no abdominal discomfort until the D . -
ARCHIVED 1 Year Gluten Free
cahill replied to fakename's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
I also was about a year into being gluten free when I realized soy,nightshades and corn were a problem -
ARCHIVED Severe Dizziness
cahill replied to katrina500's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
Hi, I am new to this forum so I hesitated to post. Everyone is soooo different but I will relate my experience. I also at different points have had that kind of dizziness. After making sure there was not a food triggering that response,,there may have been,,, I stated taking a adrenal support supplement which I now take daily . I will be honest I am... -
ARCHIVED Without A Diagnosis , How Do I Get My Adult Son To Go Gluten Free
cahill replied to cahill's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
I know you right,, but it is so hard to see him waste away and be so ill. I am afraid he will not even consider a gluten free lifestyle with out a diagnoses. He wants to see it in print before he will believe it