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    There is such a wealth of knowledge among the members here at c.com and I would like to throw out some lab results and see what kind of ideas you guys have. B12 is trending high over past two years (950-1150) Glucose is trending high (100-122) Protein is trending low Calcium is trending low LDH deficient (Lactate Dehydrogenase) Keep in mind I...
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    Yes, the ingredients say barley fiber, this is not safe for someone with Celiac Disease. It is also made on the same machinery as wheat products therefore there is a high chance of cc. I can only assume that they must mean "wheat gluten free". There is no statement of it being gluten free on the package that I can see from the picture but in the search...
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    Sheesh Love2, Your seriously killin me here Colleen
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    I use the oven bags for roasts too. you can throw all the cut up veggies in the bag with the roast. Comes out full of yumminess. Colleen Oh no. I've never dusted any thing with flour. Sheesh, is there nothing I can't screw up with cooking?
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    Day Fourteen

    GF Lover commented on Porcelina's blog entry in Gluten Challenge

    The soreness under your arms and chest could be from the lymph nodes swelling there, starting the sore throat, etc. It sounds like your auto-immune system is really getting mad. And obviously your hormones are revolting on you too. I to would double over in pain after eating (pre gluten free). Hang in there if you can but also keep your Doc informed of...
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    Hi Alaine, What was the stool test positive for? Testing for Celiac involves Blood tests and an Endoscopic procedure. NCGI will test negative but still carries the same symptoms. In my case, Constipation has been a lifelong ordeal. I was to the point of having to use colonoscopy clean out products before starting the gluten free diet. Because...
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    I was also put on them and had problems with them. Stomach pain and bloating were the worst. Interesting, eh? Colleen
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    Almost two years gluten free but I am still afraid to eat out That said, when I do attempt a meal away from home, the first thing I do is pull the waiter/waitress to the side and privately explain my situation. I have them check with the Chef on everything from sauces to seasonings and to make sure they take notice of cc issues (leave my baked potato...
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    Take a look at this one. Open Original Shared Link I seriously don't have the skills to even attempt this but it sounds fabulous. Colleen
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    Well, I am a Celiac, not gluten intolerant and I have over 25 years of "experience" regarding food issues and other AI Diseases. I am glad you are benefiting from the gluten-free diet. Colleen
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    Hi Robby, I feel for you, I really do. I can offer a suggestion for your pain. A few years ago my Doctor told me about a device called Alpha-Stim. You do need a prescription to purchase one. It is used for a few different issues, Pain and Depression being the top two. It works by delivering a mild electric pulse. You might be familiar with Commercial...
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    Even if your home test comes back inconclusive or negative you already know that eliminating gluten will help you so that is good news. Getting a diagnosis can be very frustrating. If adhering to a gluten fee diet is a concern for you it would help to have formal Medical Diagnosis to drive home the importance of the strict diet and to see if there is any...
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    I think the risk would be rather low if it was just used for water. Use a toothbrush after it soaks to clean the ridges. It really should be fine. Of course, if it is really giving you doubts and anxiety, get a new one for the peace of mind. Hope it works out well. Colleen
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    Regarding the sex drive, feeling not death-like will increase the response to sexual intimacy I have never seen any research that specifically links sex drive to gluten. On another note, un-diagnosed Celiac Disease can contribute to fertility problems when and if you do decide to have children. Hope you do well. Colleen
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    I don't think a Veterinarian is a good source for human food intolerance issues. Also, IMHO, I would not trust a medical diagnosis from a mail away lab, too many variables and you don't specifically state what all you tested for and what was negative or positive. Allergies are different from Intolerances and so on. Some psychiatric issues have nothing...
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    So many variables my head is spinning. The main point I'm getting from this is it's going to be really hard to nail down specific conclusions to prove/disprove associations. The data from the China study may be inherently flawed as it is a questionnaire. I think she may actually find many confounders, not just one. Thank for the link Abby. I'll look...
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    I was told many years ago from my Gyn that my fibrocystic breast disease was caused by too much caffeine. I was a Mt. Dew fiend at the time so it made sense to me. Fast forward a thousand years to today, I know that the caffeine part has no research behind it and limiting it for me had no effect. But I also know now that it is believed to be caused by...
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    Lori, Hang in there. How disappointing about the Doctor visit, I'm sorry. Hopefully the Derm visit will yield some information. So many of us here have suffered 15-30 years trying to get help. If you can get with a "Natural" doctor like you mentioned, make sure they can run lab tests on nutrition levels before you commit to one. Keep bouncing ideas...
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    Frieze, As someone who has skin cancer, I was addressing her specific concerns about the sun and time spent in it. This disease has touched her life and her reluctance to "sunbathe" is valid. I'm sure she will decide for herself what she will and will not do. Trying to convince someone to go in the sun for any amount of time when they have a "real...
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    But, you see, skin cancer can kill you. You can supplement Vit. D if needed. This is my opinion and obviously a concern to the OP. Colleen
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    When I was of trick-or-treating age the big worry of the time was old men putting razor blades in apples That's just mean. I lived in a very large city and would drop a full pillowcase of candy and home and go out for another one. We were Candy Warriors!!! These days there are no children who live in the immediate area so I turn out the lights and eat...
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    Syracusegirl, I'm sure you know this, if your planning to be in the sun for more than 5 minutes you should wear sunscreen, even in Winter. Hope things improve for you. Colleen
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    Yes, absolutely possible... Colleen
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    Hi and welcome to the Forum. I use Crest Pro Health rinse. Like you said, there are many causes of bad bread. Here is some information on the subject, it might help you find the cause. Open Original Shared Link Colleen
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    Your personal information cannot be seen by any member. I just looked at your profile and none of your personal information is visible. The only way any member can contact you is through the personal messenger function. Colleen
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