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  1. BarryC
    With positive lifestyle changes, and certain natural supplements, I have been able to reduce the amount of prescription medications I take. I currently take two, Wellbutrin for adult ADD symptoms, and Avapro for hypertension. I was surprised to discover that the side effects of some medications mimic those of gluten sensitivity. It is important to state...
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    My wife has me on a keto diet to lose weight. Its easy since I dont eat gluten, but all the meat and fat doesn't sit well with me. I am losing a bit of weight, but my belly is constantly sore and bloated from eating all this rich food. Is it possibly gluten has damaged my digestion to the point fat isn't getting broken down?
  3. BarryC
    There was a post by Runner in 2008 about stomach sloshing. His doctor thought it was related to celiac. Is this a symptom? If I am thirsty and drink a lot, my stomach stays bloated a sloshy for a couple of hours. Also, a big but not overly big meal fills me up and puts me on the couch.
  4. BarryC
    I have tried lots of supplements to deal with the pain, bloating, and inflammation in my stomach. This was when I thought I had IBS. Now that I am gluten-free, my gut feels much better, but I am 60, with many years of gluten consumptuion, and have always been a 'slow healer'. I just started using Cat's Claw. Its available in many forms. Just a week in, and...
  5. BarryC
    Thanks Ennis. I am trying to go alcohol free anyway. I have tried lots of supplements to speed up the healing of my intestines, just started using Cat's Claw. Seems to be working!
  6. BarryC
    Does anyone else notice that while your intestines are healing, especially if you are recently gluten-free, that hard liquor exacerbates the intestinal inflammation? For me wine and gluten-free beer or okay, but cocktails make me bloat. With the holidays approaching, I would like to know what I can say yes and no to!
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    Hello again group. I haven't posted for some time. I am one of those gluten sensitive(not celiac) peeps that after being gluten free for several weeks, decides they are not gluten sensitive after all! Then, weeks later, all the symptoms show up again! I am on a gluten free FB group and its not uncommon. My doctor, my family, and a few of my friends dismiss...
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    About four years ago I started a topic about N-Acetyl Glucosamine. It is supposed to be able to bind to gluten lectins and escort them from your body, before they damage your intestines and joints. I did try a bottle and had ok results, but didn't keep with it. Since then my gluten sensitivity has gotten worse, and so have my knees, to the point where...
  9. BarryC
    Saccharomyces Boulardii is a probiotic yeast that is supposedly helpful for IBS, especially travelers diarrhea. I have a IBS with a sensitivity to gluten and casein. Being on the road a lot, there are often times when I dont pack a gluten free lunch and all I can find is a sandwich or something else with gluten. I know I will pay for it with an upset stomach...
  10. BarryC
    Hi Keto. I certainly share you frustration. Even with low calories and exercise my weight continues to creep up. I have tried low carb, but I am not a big meat eater. And I cant eat dairy because of the casein. Most of my weight is on my belly-the rest is normal. Wish I could find the answer too! Good luck!
  11. BarryC
    I have been able to maintain fairly good digestion and a manageable belly until two weeks ago. I was staying at a hotel and we were snowed in. All their was to eat was muffins. I figured I could deal with the future discomfort as a trade off for not starving. Two weeks later my belly is still distended. People are even commenting on it. In the past, a reaction...
  12. BarryC
    Having this is so frustrating, my knickers are twisted up in knots. It is comforting to know that I am not the only one with multiple symptoms, most of which can be traced to gluten/casein. I have also spent a small fortune on digestive/weight loss supplements. Whats working now to improve my weight and digestion are being gluten/casein free of course, and...
  13. BarryC
    No Victoria1234 this is NOT just a celiac board. This is a 'celiac and gluten free diet support board'. I am attempting to get some support. If you are not interested in giving me any, please keep your comments to yourself. You dont know me or anything about me, and if you think I am a sinner, than obviously you have more issues than celiac disease.
  14. BarryC
    Don't get your knickers in a twist everybody. I am not flaunting anything. Just looking for advice from those who have been through this. I am almost 100% gluten free, but that doesn't mean I cant try to understand how different foods effect(ed)me. A couple cold ones on a hot day after yard work aint no sin when you cant buy gluten free or even alcohol free...
  15. BarryC
    Serious question! I am not celiac just intolerant. Probably high on the spectrum. Not to disrespect true celiacs at all, just looking for knowledge.
  16. BarryC
    I get how the reaction can depend on the amount of gluten consumed, but has anyone noticed that different foods give different reactions? I like to have a couple beers after I mow the lawn. I have noticed that when I dont have any beer, my knees are great, but when I do, they flare up. I have mild arthritis in both knees. Since joint pain is a side effect...
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    I am sure this has been asked before, sorry but I thought I would try again. I am on vacay next week and will have a few beers at the lake. There are no gluten free beers available where I live. I would think that some of the mass produced ones-Bud, Miller, Coors, would have more or less gluten than others. I cant find that info online. I am gluten intolerant...
  18. BarryC
    Mental issues like anxiety, depression, and ADHD are a big part of this. I had all three, especially as a kid. Nobody talked about celiac, much less gluten sensitivity back then. Always toast for breakfast, a sandwhich for lunch. Mom-why does my stomach always ache? Why dont the other kids like me? Wish I knew now what I know then! I am currently taking...
  19. BarryC
    This disease brings out the best and the worst in people. There are still a lot of people that don't even believe gluten sensitivity exists. I look at my poop too, but colo-rectal cancer runs in my family and got my Dad and uncle, so I am obsessed about digestion. This is a great place though, I first came here in 2012, bounced in and out, trying to figure...
  20. BarryC
    Great advice cyclinglady!
  21. BarryC
    Being gluten casein free really made me feel so much better over all (I had almost all the side effects) but it didnt do much for weight loss, and my digestive issues did improve but not a whole lot. I have always been cursed with a very slow metabolism. Being a senior now, with a sedentary lifestyle, has just made it worse. For the last couple months I have...
  22. BarryC
    I certainly feel your pain. It is so meddening to figure out what the hell is going on, but gluten can effect everything! Took me about five years, but a gluten/casein free diet works for me and it is fairly easy to follow. Take care.
  23. BarryC
    Could it be the cheese? I have found that since I have been gluten free, cheese (casein) hits me a lot harder, so I have cut that out as well.
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    ARCHIVED Acid Reflux?!

    BarryC replied to BarryC's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    I also have sleep apnea, have been on a CPAP for years. The worst was when I had plantar faciitis and had to stumble around to get up and pee. You to get lots of muscle joint pronlems, but those have lessened.
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    ARCHIVED Acid Reflux?!

    BarryC replied to BarryC's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    Great advice thanks so much. I am hoping that as I continue to lose weight- intraabdominal pressure- it will improve. BTW I used to get up to pee three or more times a night. Since I have lost a bit of weight on a gluten free diet, I am down to one trip or less! Or, is peeing at night (nocturia) another side effect of celiac? Also, the constant dull pain...
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