Lisa

If you want to test for Celiac, you need an endoscopy exam ( down the throat ) with a tube that can extract 6-8 biopsy samples. Demand that they do at least 6-8 samples. A colonoscopy is a good routine exam and to test for other problems.

The procedure is easy. Make sure that you bring someone with you, as you will not remember what is told to you after the procedure.

Good luck

Since I'm still learning you many of you probably know these ones but they got me....

The ham I ate on Christmas Eve (glazed in more than brown sugar!)

My vitamins

licorise

BBQ sauce (most of them)

smoked salmon spread (damn MSG)

FYI: MSG had no gluten, but some react...it is not gluten related.

Has anyone got a mayonnaise recipe? I miss it (think it's usually made with vinegar...) Oh and any good vegetarian gluten-free evening meal recipes? I'm not vege but it makes me feel brilliant when I eat it! x

A lot of Mayo is gluten free, Hellmans and Dukes, are two of them. Vinegar is ok as long as it is not malt vinegar.

I have been (as always, as best) for almost a year and a half and I am still learning.

After an obvious gluten experience, I re-traced my steps. I knew that it had to be one of three things and I still am not sure. One being cornbread made by and older friend, who claimed it was "just cornbread", some do contain flour; second a shift from what I was drinking although, distilled; three Burt's Bee's Strawberry Conditioner (which contains wheat proteins - in the garbage as we speak)!

When you do begin to feel better, often, you get slack, at least I do. My symptoms often remind me, that I just can't do it.

What product, that surprised you, contained gluten? I think this will help others, so please post.

Sweetie:

It sounds like it is inflamed and you do need to see a doctor. Don't wait until your big appointment. Get to a clinic tomorrow even if you have to wait. You can make up school late.

Let us know how you're doing.

xxoo Lisa

Try some Swanson's Chicken Broth (not Organic) with some rice noodles, or rice. I hope that you both feel better soon.

She's a smart cookie! Glad to hear she's resting comfortably! We love you Patti! :wub: :wub:

B:

Thanks for keeping us updated. (sorry to be so short on words, Burts Bee's Strawberry conditioner, zapped me....shush, it's never ending).

Not having children with celiac, I hesitated to post. I had the endoscopy exam and biopsy and it was a non issue for me other than the anxiety before hand.

I do want to add something. Insurance is an important factor here with an official diagnosis. If you have a laps in your insurance policies, perhaps from a job relocation or other, some insurance companies may consider Celiac a pre-existing condition and some may deny benefits.

I CURRENTLY have insurance, but the airlines have taken everything else away, I expect that to go as well. Getting new health insurance on me may be very difficult and very costly.

Just a little food for thought.

He sound like a keeper to me.

Show Mark the broom Speedy recovery.

Lisa

I just want to add that the food listing regulations are for the US. I am not up on the regulations in the other countries that frequent this site.

Emily:

I am not of any help to you on your questions, but I just wanted to add that I am sorry that this trama has effected your family and my thought go out to you and your sister and husband.

Lisa

Yes, to the best of my knowledge. I would take your own soy sauce. When I want a good taste, I use wheat free tamari. La Choy is also gluten free.

Hello all...Happy New Year! So here's the thing...I'm a vegetarian...have been for about 10 years. Lately I've been seriously craving meat...has this happened to any other vegetarians? I don't really want to start eating meat but my body seems to want it. Anyone know what's up?

It sounds like your body is trying to tell you something.

I had letters for Hunter's teachers when he started school in Sept. now that my 5 yr is also on the diet, I cant seem to find the letters any where. I need the letter to the teacher, the nurse letter and the safe school supplies list. Can anyone help me find them? I must be having a mental block, I have searched everywhere on the web .. Thanx so much in advance.

About a year ago someone posted a very detailed letter for schools. Do a search here, it may show up.

Hey babe:

Congratulations on your endurance!! You have a big appointment coming up. Make sure that you keep us up to date. It has been great having you around, walking to school in the snow. My father used to tell me the story.."I used to walk a mile in the snow with my sisters shoes....." bla, bla, bla"

Keep on keep'in on chickadee

Lisa

Yes, PM means personal message. To PM someone you must click on that persons name. Their personal information will appear, scroll down and on the left side there will be an option to send a personal message, or send an e-mail.

Save me, save me..........I won't make it. I think that I'm going to bail.

What better a night to talk to some great buds with jammies on. Toast the new year and send wishes for good health, fortune and happiness to all of you. Kisses to you on the midnight hour.

A wonderfu new year to all of you.

Lisa

I stand addressed.

Tippy, I will be here, when ever you need me.

Lisa

OMG...this is way tooooooo serious. Some one needs to do something totally off the wall..... I'm still thinking? hummmmm?

Hi! I was just wondering if it was ok to hang out here? Im actually 23 but i tend to identifying better with teens @__@ anyway, if its not cool, thats fine ^-^

~Tippy

Tippy:

I am 52, ug, but I do hang with some people your age. I have children your age. Their friends seem to think that I am cool. Many come and see me when my daughters are not home.

Hang out with me is you please.

You can hang with the rest of us. We can be fun.....it is cool.

Rusla has graciously allowed me to merge the party threads--this way it's easier for me to keep up

Party on!!!!

I looked and looked.......thanks for lettin me know.

Hey Rusla..and wonderful wish for you to have a healthy, fruitful new year.

And all our celiac friends in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, I lift a glass for you. Cheers to happiness, health and success.

Lisa

I am soooo glad to see you post Mouse. Before you turn in for the night, I want to wish for you a wonderful new year full of good health, good friends and thoughts for the future, a good and healthy future.

I am always with you, I no you know.

Love and Kisses, Lisa

L,

We are hoping to make it to OBX again this summer/fall. Maybe we could meet up then!

That will be part of my New Year's resolution !!!

L

Just let me know where and when. It would be delightful. Resolute for a hook up is a good thing. We will meet, Laura, where ever you go. It will happen. , and soon, I feel.