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Celiac diagnosis November 2011. Cancer survivor. Recently implemented a gluten-free kitchen, with the support of my two awesome (and non-celiac) teenagers. Launched an educational website for the newly diagnosed and the friends and supporters of the gluten-free to promote understanding of the disease, including a daily family-friendly gluten-free recipe. www.celiacandglutenfreehealth.com
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ARCHIVED What Are Some Kid-Friendly Substitutes For
celiacandglutenfreehealth replied to Blessedby3's topic in Parents, Friends and Loved Ones of Celiacs
I have used gluten-free pretzels, crushed in the food processor, also. I find they work well, though a little salty for my taste (I generally use no salt, just out of preference). I like the chex idea though....must try it today. LOL! Incidentally, I have successfully used crushed pretzels as a gluten-free substitute for graham cracker crumbs in crumb... -
ARCHIVED Please Help Me Understand Celiac!
celiacandglutenfreehealth replied to AmantHommes's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
First, I had thyroid cancer before being diagnosed with celiac, and at that time had a partial and then full thyroidectomy, so I am required to take a daily dose of thyroid medication to replace actually having one. My thyroid medication has no gluten in it, and has never caused a moment of issue (thyroxin). Second, with respect to legumes, etc. for... -
ARCHIVED Sharing A Hospital Gluten-Free Experience
celiacandglutenfreehealth replied to T.H.'s topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
LOL - I totally agree with the honorary degrees just based on our celiac knowledge! Goes to show that we have to be fully informed, self-sufficient, and not shy about advocating for ourselves. I started out as a quiet and shy person, never wanting to say anything that might offend ... I am still polite, but have learned that I must be firm and unwavering... -
ARCHIVED Healing Through A Chiropractor. Mmmhmm.
celiacandglutenfreehealth replied to Melissa Palomo's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
I would be very cautious before accepting that a chiropractor (or anyone) can "cure" celiac disease. Any medical evidence I have seen states that the only effective treatment is a total gluten-free diet. And any variation to that - even when symptoms don't arise - will contribute to long-term damage to the intestinal villi which are required to function...