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  1. happygirl
    Please note that the list of foods in the previous post, while helpful, is over 3.5 years old (published in March 2005). Be sure to always read the label.
  2. happygirl
    If you feel better gluten free, then yes, I would say that's a benefit! Your symptoms may or may not be related to gluten. But the way to tell if gluten contributes directly to your symptoms is by a gluten free trial. Not all cases of Celiac show up on bloodwork, and some people have a non-Celiac gluten sensitivity that isn't picked up by the tests...
  3. happygirl
    Make sure that you get copies of all of your sons medical records, espeically ones related to his celiac diagnosis, and either have them sent to Columbia, or bring them with you. A closer alternative may be the Celiac Center at University of Maryland - Baltimore. www.celiaccenter.org
  4. happygirl
    Yes. Open Original Shared Link Q: Is it ok if I ingest some gluten if I do not experience any symptoms? No. The majority of patients with celiac disease experience no symptoms when they ingest gluten, either intentionally or unintentionally. This led to the concept that patients, especially children may grow out of the disease. In addition, patients...
  5. happygirl
    Not everyone with Celiac or who has a gluten intolerance has problems with other foods. If you have only been gluten free for two weeks, the damage done by Celiac has probably not healed, and it may take a bit longer to feel better (if gluten is your only problem).
  6. happygirl
    Keep in mind that there are many others on here who only have a problem with gluten - having a problem with one food does not necessarily equal problems with other foods.
  7. happygirl
    All coke and pepsi products are gluten free. If wheat was in any drink, it would be required to be listed by law on the ingredient label.
  8. happygirl
    The pharmacist who maintains the page has his contact info on there. Contact him with what you have learned. Its hard to keep up with it - it may have been gluten free when he verified it.
  9. happygirl
    Did anyone other than J really think that Em was sober all this time? Susie, I'm joining the party late - can I still come for mojitos? Bunnie, its official, you are sucked in. Rachelle, its ok - I think my first post in this vortex was something along the lines of, "This thread has been here for like a year and I thought up until today...
  10. happygirl
    Rachelle, well you are involved now! Come back and play . (Wanted to make sure I welcomed ya, and that you didn't think I was thumbin my nose at ya. ) btw, we need a <snort> emoticon. < > means snort now.
  11. happygirl
    YOUR AVATAR <snort> Possibly the funniest thing I have seen on this board.
  12. happygirl
    Regular oats are not okay. Certified gluten free oats (has to say that on the package - and are usually only 'specialty' brands - not Quaker, etc.) are okay for some Celiacs. Most can tolerate them, but a minority cannot.
  13. happygirl
    There are many, many, many recipes for bread on this board, there are many special order breads you can buy, and there are mixes that you can make. Some stores carry some gluten free breads. As with many gluten free products, there is great variability in the quality and the taste. Some are wonderful. Some are terrible. There are lots of flours...
  14. happygirl
    Fruit, cheese snacks, chips, veggies, cookies, pudding, sandwiches, or lunchmeat roll ups ..... just like lunch before - just with substitutions. If you need specific subsitutions, just let us know!
  15. happygirl
    Sorry bout that, Jestgar
  16. happygirl
    Open Original Shared Link Open Original Shared Link
  17. happygirl
    Open Original Shared Link That should help and addresses some of your questions. Gene testing can be done via bloodwork through your doctor.
  18. happygirl
    It IS overwhelming at first. If his biopsy was positive for Celiac, he has Celiac. The blood tests are less sensitive than the biopsy. There ARE alternatives - he can still have beautiful birthday cakes, spaghetti and meatballs, and Friday night pizzas. I promise. They are just made with different ingredients. There is hope - hang in there...
  19. happygirl
    SO TRUE..... it really doesn't get old.
  20. happygirl
    They happen because gluten is ingested and as a reaction to gluten, but not ONLY. Yes, because of the damage. That is why it takes a few days/weeks/months to feel better after going gluten free ... because the body is still healing.
  21. happygirl
    Peter.....
  22. happygirl
    Hope you had a VERY happy, happy day today, Andrea
  23. happygirl
    Snow Angel, Welcome to the board - we are happy you came out of 'lurking' Good luck!
  24. happygirl
    How in the world is Angus TWO?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I swear you just got him! Happy birthday to your sweet puppy.
  25. happygirl
    Open Original Shared Link may help explain.
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