Lisa

So me and hubby are suppose to be going gluten free. He grew up loving Skippy Peanut butter. So we were just in the grocery store and found through our triumph dining grocery guide...a few peanut butters that are gluten free..awesome..but...he would LOVE to be able to have skippy again lol But it wasn't listed in the book. I could care less most of the time peanut butter is peanut butter to me but he would love to be able to have skippy again. So we looked at the ingredients and it seems only one of the skippy containers said gluten free...it was something with a honey nut flavor or something? I can't remember now but along the side it specifically said "gluten free" then i looked at the regular skippy and it didn't say that so I told him to hold on and I'd check what some of you have to say? I dunno why the other type of skippy didn't say gluten free when one did..shouldn't they just put it on all of them if they are? lol

Skippy is owned by Unilever, and they will label all forms of gluten on their labels. If you don't seen wheat, barley or rye, it contains no gluten.

Just wondering? Do you call the manager or what do you do? I'm now sick after Sunday's glutening. No fun.

I wouldcall the manager and politely discuss your mix-up. Educate him/her and encourage him/her to do a staff follow-up and a re-education.

I don't feel comfortable when people raise hell and threaten to sue. That draws facilities to withdraw their effort to serve those of us with food intolerance's. I have found a soft hand and a bit of education, works well for me.

If they offer gluten free options all staff should be knowledgeable. But there is always a risk of eating out anywhere and ultimately, it's our responsibility.

Hope you feel better soon.

I am sorry if this has been asked. I skimmed but didn't find an answer.

Does your family go gluten free (or mostly) as well?

I have 3 out of 5 positive labs and see the gastroenterologist in a couple weeks. I am just trying to figure out how this will all fit into my life!!!

My husband will probably be difficult. I don't know if he will give up his white bread and pasta!!! My 5 kids . . . well, they will eat what I make them!!

I am just wondering if there is a possibility of contamination with cooking utensils, pots & pans, dishes, etc? If he doesn't join in, will we need a second kitchen??

My kids are grown, so it's just me and the old man. I cook totally gluten free and he's quiet happy with that. He does enjoy his bread, cheese and wine before dinner for his "chill-time". And when we dine out, he goes for the "real" pasta first. Can't blame the poor guy.

I substitute pasta, bread (for croutons and bread crumbs - don't like sandwiches) and boxed sweets like Betty Crocker Brownies and Chocolate Chip Cookies....that's about it. Oh, and Van's Waffles.

I do keep my granddaughter often and she has some gluten snacks, but I am switching her over to gluten free. I get lots of kisses.

Once you get use to cooking naturally gluten free, they will find that it's not bad at all! Even good! And healthier! Keep it simple and with summer veggies coming, it shouldn't be a problem.

Use some common sense with your cooking stuff. Scratch teflon, needs to be replaced anyway. A separate toaster is a good idea and maybe a new cutting board.

But, do check your meds, vitamins, shampoo for gluten.

I know it's very easy to get overwhelmed. And it will take time to get it all figured out. This is a great place to read and ask.

Welcome to the Club! And your road to recovery!

We are going on a quickie family vacation in a couple of weeks. Staying about a mile from the white house and we won't have a car. Any restaurant suggestions? Looking mostly for bar & grill, burgers, pizza type of food. All suggestions welcome - thanks!

Here are a few in the metro area:

Open Original Shared Link

Most large cities, I have found are pretty well versed in serving gluten free. Have fun...it's a great city.

And the subway/metro can get you to anywhere you may want to go. Museum of Natural History and the National Zoo are a must. And take the metro to Dullas Airport to see the newly displayed Endeavor.

Hey! My children do that.....

Yup, and so did all the neighborhood kids.

Ah, bummer. I asked specifically for a Celiac Panel, hoping that it would encompass all of those. I'll take that list with me when I meet with my dr.

Thank you!

But, please do not go gluten free until all your testing has been exhausted (regarding Celiac). It will mess up the results.

I am trying to make a list for my first gluten-free grocery shopping experience and all I can think of is, "Dang, I have to cook in this heat?"

I want to eat as much naturally gluten-free food as possible, and things that will help me begin to heal my body. What do you like to eat when the weather heats up??

Chicken Salad

Tuna or Chicken on the Grill

Tacos

Shrimp, straight up or on a Cesar Salad

Grilled Veggies with sausages

Tomato Aspic

Pea/bean salad

House Salad w/ cottage cheese, dried cranberry's and toasted pecans

Fruit Salad

Corn on the cob and lots of it!

Breakfast

Pasta Salad

Quinea Salad

Tomatos and Cuc's in rice wine vinegar

....just a few off the top.

Please help me interpret my results:

FT4 0.45 (marked as "low") Ref: 0.59 - 1.17 ng/dL

TSH 0.72 Ref: 0.34 - 4.82 uIU//mL

IGACEL Sufficient

GLIAA 3 Ref: 0 - 19

TTAR 3 Ref: 0 - 19

Key:

TTAR

Negative....<20

Weak Pos....20-30

Positive....>30

So, obviously, this test shows that I'm negative (I was sure it would be positive from signs and symptoms and the fact that my mom is positive) but that FT4, according to Dr. Google, may indicate hypothyroidism. I'm thinking that I may just be gluten intolerant, but I'm not sure what to make of it all. Please shed some light from your keen eyes.

Thanks so much.

Brittany

If your intent was to be tested for Celiac Disease, this is the test to order from your Primary Care Doctor or Specialist.

The following are the celiac specific blood tests:

Anti-Gliadin (AGA) IgA

Anti-Gliadin (AGA) IgG

Anti-Endomysial (EMA) IgA

Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG) IgA

Deamidated Gliadin Peptide (DGP) IgA and IgG

Total Serum IgA

This thread is six years old and may no longer be accurate.

Carmel color is not a concern for people with Celiac Disease.

Happy Mother's Day, and especially to the Mother's who deal with children with Celiac Disease. Cheers to you! And I hope your day is a GREAT celebration!

Do we need to send you a camera and some film?

Holy Moly G.F. ! You are certainly dating yourself.

I think I would say "not-validated", which is different. 'Invalid' implies not true, while 'not validated' suggests that it could be true or not,but you need to check.

Yes, agreed . "Not validated" is a better and more accurate choice of words. Thank you for calling that to my attention.

Not for us, but it has in fact become a bit trendy. BUT, if it created more products available for us or more legitimate awareness....bring it ON!

Although, Domino's Pizza got it very wrong! Bet, they will withdrawal their gluten free pizza campaign and product real fast.

Oh I definitely did already as I have yet to have one of my stomach aches since going gluten free. I was getting some stomach aches that made me feel somewhat like i was going to throw up but more of an ache to it really. I haven't had it so far since going completely off the gluten.

Why are you not a fan of labs?

So glad you are finding relief.

Dr. Peter Green, the foremost research doctor in Celiac Disease has stated that there has not yet been a test that can measure for gluten sensitivity.

Enterolabs and Dr. Fine have profited millions of dollars from testing, that his peers and experts in the field, consider invalid.

Of course, this is my opinion. I am certain that others may feel differently. Everyone finds their place by different roads.

But, I am happy for you that you have found your answer.

Can anyone tell me if this means actual celiac disease or just sensitivity? How does one find out for sure if it's celiac? Or is all autoimmune celiac? Was never quite clear on that.

I'm glad that you feel you have found your answer. What's most important is that you go on the diet and find relief. And this is the best source of information around.

EndoLabs do not/can not test for Celiac Disease. And they claim that they can test for sensitives. Okay, well... you can guess that I'm not a big fan. But many people here are.

Your best test, is to go gluten free and measure your response. You might have already done that. If you have a positive dietary response, you will know that you have a gluten sensitivity or Celiac.

If your feeling better on the diet stay on it. Also be sure to get actual copies of all tests and lab reports.

Yes, Raven is correct. Too often here, we see false test interpretations by the medical field, or incomplete testing.

So today all I had to eat was a yogurt, some glutennfree chips, and two pieces of asparagus. My work uses smart balance on their veggies and I had two asparagus. I always eat the yogurt and chips without a problem. Half an hour after eating the veggies I broke out in a rash on my arm and got a severe stomach ache. Could it be the butter?

Most likely not the Earth Balance it self, but others double dipping into the butter from a toast or breaded products.

I don't know your work set up so, I don't have too much to offer in specifics.

What they said on our news tonight was that humans were getting sick from handling the food. I guess they weren't washing thier hands well after?

Still, wouldn't want to feed it to your pet.

Yup, I agree. I religiously wash my hands after feeding the Rudder Girl. But would not want her to eat any "tainted" food of whatever.

I did not see Iams. So, I guess we're ok.

I own a retail store in this business. The information ravenwoodglass posted a link to is accurate. The recall is confined to two of the three lines in Diamond's plant.

Open Original Shared Link

Thanks Peter I was trying to find the other brands, as NC was listed in the distribution.

If you're pretty new to the diet, it's probably not too wise to eat out. Eat cleanly in your home. That in itself if a task in itself. Get some healing done, before you venture out.

Dining out comes as a treat for educating yourself. But, you should always accept the risk.

If you have a local place that you like, educate them. Talk to them at off hours and go over the menu with the chief. Learn what they can offer you and how they prepare it.

It can be done successfully! There is hope!

It is horrible that in order to be tested and checked for something, you have to be subjected to one of your symptoms for hours! My chest is on fire from this colonoscopy prep. The solution make me want to vomit. This is awful.

Aw...that's the worst part of it, trust me! The test is a piece of cake. This too will pass!

I tried to argue that my research showed that someone can test negative and if they carry the gene, it can be "activated" by a stressful event or virus later in life and I want to know if that is a possibility for him. The Dr. said NO, he either has it or he doesn't and the test will tell.

Hopefully, he meant that Celiac is either active or it's not. But the predisposition can exist, without being activated, in 30% of the people who possess the DQ2 and DQ8. As you know, it can react to a trigger of some sort.

You have done your homework.

So sorry we missed your window.

You must be referring to the DQ2 DQ8 gene test. It is not conclusive. Only thirty percent of the people who carry the genes (associated, but not limited too), will go on to develop Celiac.

Many people can use the gene testing as a piece of the puzzle, when a true diagnosis has escaped them. And adding that with dietary results, many people here quite comfortable with a self diagnosis.

Hope you got good news.

My sister was diagnosed as being Celiac 4 years ago. My mother suspects that she is gluten intolerant but her tests were in-conclusive. I'm already preparing myself for a gluten-free diet & lifestyle. I like getting feedback from others that have lived with this condition so I know what to expect, and so I can support my mom and sister more

Thanks,

Jimmy

I did not take your poll, because I use multiple reasons to choose a restaurant and then, how I proceed when I get there.

I make the best choice I can with the most information available to me when I choose an entree. IF, I do get ill, I can only blame MY choices. I don't fault the restaurant unless they were blatantly negligent. But, even still, I am the responsible party. I choose what I put into my mouth.

I'm not too sure that was helpful, but honest. I generally feel very comfortable ordering in a variety of restaurants. It has taken years to find that comfort level, though.