
Lisa
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Yeah!
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You got me!
I fell for it too!
I think you either love Okra or hate it, kinda thing. I would never eat it until I moved south 32 years ago.
Along with those foods... fried shad or herring roe, fried livers and fried okra. Non of which I have had in a long time.
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I have only used it in Gumbo recipes. Here are a few:
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Fried would be good too, but I'm not big on that. It's not worth the mess, IMHO.
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....sitting my hubs down & telling him I wanted to have a talk with him.
OH NO! The dreaded "sit down we need to talk" talk. I bet he was so relieved that it was just about a glutening.
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Maybe you can try some almond milk...it might not the cereal, but the cows milk.
When I first went gluten free, I initially felt better and then I started with issues again, shortly after.
I stopped dairy for about a month and then reintroduced it, without issue.
It's a common theme around here.
I must add, that I really admired moms and dads with children with Celiac. You all deserve medals.
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Actually I do have beets --- in a jar. But not going there yet.
I DO have some Vodka just waiting for me. No sals, no gluten ---- I'm GOOD!
So life is good!
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I have never eaten tumbleweeds, however.
thought everyone ate tumbleweeds in AZ? Pffffff....
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Perhaps. I actually was thinking tonight about starting an "I Wonder" thread for everyone to put their "I wonder" things on that they've thought about regarding celiac. Might be amusing at any rate.
I understand your motivation. We have such good minds here who have taken the time to post with substantiated research.
See what happens.
Amusing is good, too!
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Absolutely Lisa, it's just a theory that I have. No scientific research, no scientific facts.
Who know what research will may come up with down the road. Perhaps you may be right.
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IMHO, I feel that every celiac out there or almost every celiac out there will eventually at some point in time develop dh if they do not go gluten free. And just in the short time I have been here I have read threads by quite a few celiacs who have been gluten-free for sometimes 8 yrs. suddenly come up with dh when they get accidentally glutened.
I am glad that you have stated that the above quote is your IMHO (in my humble opinion), and not based on scientific fact.
It's a topic that needs looking in too.
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Hello!
Does anybody have a list, that is current, of gluten free alcohol by type or brand? I'm searching now and finding a lot of outdated info and conflicting information as well. We are taking a vacation to Key West in three weeks and I'd like to drink something other than wine. I will not and do not drink Vodka. It makes me sick. I'm normally a rum and juice kinda gal : )
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
P.S. Anybody that has been to The Keys recently that has anything to add, feel free! We rented a condo w/ a full kitchen.
ALL distilled alcohols are gluten free. Wine is gluten free. I would stay away from flavored liquor, unless you have contacted to manufacturer.
If you're going to the Key's Rum and Coke might be in order. Have fun!
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We went out to Chinese last night and I ordered something with a white sauce that was made from corn starch. They had thrown out the container, so what do you think? Was the corn starch gluten-free?My husband's smart phone said it was probably safe but may have wheat added as a thickener. Does anyone know? Also how about bottled sweet and sauer sauce? They had thrown out that container too.
Don't know of a corn starch that contained gluten. Corn starch IS a thickener. But, what happens in the kitchen of a busy restaurant...who knows.
Can't help you with an unknown brand of sweet and sour sauce, though.
It's always helpful to do your research ahead of time or contact the manager before dining, when the restaurant is not too busy.
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I wonder what makes it so some people get intestinal damage symptoms and others don't feel a thing.
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DH affects 15 to 25 percent of people with celiac disease, and these people typically have no digestive symptoms of the disease.
How does a disorder that damages the intestines show up on the skin? When a person with celiac disease consumes gluten, the mucosal immune system in the intestine responds by producing a type of antibody called immunoglobulin A (IgA), explains John Zone, M.D., chairman of the Department of Dermatology at the University of Utah School of Medicine. As IgA enters the bloodstream, it can collect in small blood vessels under the skin, triggering further immune reactions that result in the blistering rash of DH.
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Hi 15 and Welcome!
Try going totally diary free for a month or so, as well and gluten free. If you have villi damage in your small intestines, it's difficult to digest dairy and can cause you similar symptoms as being glutened.
Most times, dairy can be reintroduced successfully after some healing can take place.
Try to eat simply and stay away from processed foods, until you get the hang of reading labels.
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M'not and who says.
When did Nikki run, with the time difference?
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You're too old for that
M'not and who says.
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BABIES!!
Mulberry hatched three - the two striped ones and the yellow ball of fluff, the dark girl is a Marans I bought (lays chocolate colored eggs), and we bought two turkeys, in the front in this pic:
Named Drumstick and Brine.
Mulberry is pleased with all of them.
shhh... well I guess you know what they were doing what you were away......
Be careful if you have real children! They do those same things, you know.!
I STILL want chicks in town.
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Until now, my posts were all approved by moderators before final submission because I'm a new member. THEY WERE ALL APPROVED!
I've been suddenly moderated for what was deemed offensive racial remarks, when I was clearly talking about dietary rules. I can't mention any specifics here, as per the board rules... can't say anything negative about anyone that supports toxic diets. Ironic, I think.
We are not allowed to raise awareness of certain toxic diets, and critique those diets? Or, discuss the rationality (irrationality) behind whomever created the diets? Even in a logical manner? I gave logical explanations, but those comments were also removed. And I can't offer a specific explanation now either. I'm keeping what I say within the guidelines here.
A toxic substance is toxic to anyone that eats it, no matter whom they might be or if it affects them or not. Gluten is toxic. Why can't we specifically point out which diets are wrong to have it?
THANK YOU so very much to everyone that offered me a more positive insight to how I should approach dealing with my problems, and all the dietary supplements I should try, bloodwork, etc... but my personal line has been crossed; If I can't critique, I can no longer comment. It's over. I won't bother to ask for any more help here.
This is my final post, but I'll leave for a week and then return next Sunday to ask the moderators to delete the entire thread, and close my account. Those who've followed it will, hopefully, understand what it was and why I am now personally offended. If I can't fully speak my mind about food, especially a specific diet that claims gluten is healthy, then this is definitely not the palce for me to seek help. It has become a toxic environment for me.
Now, maybe some of you can see why I get so angry. Thanks for sending me away more furious than I was before I came here to seek a little help.
Farewell.
There is not one of us here that has not had some pretty rough times. AND you have had some great suggestions, that might be helpful to you. I hope you will take them into some consideration.
Instead of critiquing other diets, see if the suggestions you have been offered will work for you. That's a big job in itself.
Start with your world, your daily world. No need to be concerned with other diets until you have mastered yours.
Spend your great energy on healing yourself, get strong and THEN you can tackle the world, one person at a time.
You can do it, but you have to learn to redirect your frustration and anger into something productive.
It's a good life out there...choose it!
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oooohhh forbidden subjects! Go for it!
Which door do you choose: ?
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I looked over the searches for this and saw there was some question if these was 'safe'. Both have made me sick and it was the 'I ate gluten' kind of sick. At first it was a mystery because I am super careful at home and had no idea how I ingested gluten. ..but when it happened again the M of M was the only common denominator. Silly me didn't think to check on it. Just wanted to caution everyone about them.
Milk of Magnesia does not contain gluten. It's the Magnesium that makes you go....
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Lisa, so happy you are going to Italy! I've been to Italy many times. We go there twice each year and love it to bits.
Yes, it is very easy to do it independently. I once went with my girlfriend and we were just fine. Usually my husband and I go together and we are a good team when it comes to driving and navigating, even without a GPS. You may want to consider a tour at Pompeii but I personally would not anywhere else (except maybe a walking tour of Rome, especially in the coliseum).
It is very easy to be celiac there. I would recommend taking along restaurant cards in case you get off the beaten path (which I highly recommend). Stay away from the places with English placard menus. Trust me. Seek out spots only with Italian menus. Last November in Venice I encountered a gelateria with gluten in their gelato - the guy even showed me the ingredient lists. So be careful! Grom Gelato is gluten free so if you see it, try it. But they are so much more informed and aware than in North America. Celiac testing by the age of six is mandatory there so they get it. Just take lots of snacks with you to the airports - that can be the tricky part. Be prepared for flight delays (that happens often enough). You can get gluten-free pasta (you can even buy it to take it in to many restaurants and they will cook it for you), risotto, polenta and even wood oven-fired pizza.
Pompeii is outstanding. Plan to spend an entire day there. But take sunscreen! It can get baking hot. I've been to Rome four times and know the historic centre well. I could do it alone easily without getting lost. You will be perfectly fine. The public transportation system is easy peasy in Rome - very straightforward. Florence is glorious as well. Be prepare to pick up your chin at least once or twice!
You MUST see David.
Most people will speak English in the places you are going as they are touristy. I personally don't like being surrounded by English speakers when in a foreign country and try to escape it. I love Italian and know enough to get by.
You will have a BLAST. How long are you spending at each place?
Just a suggestion - we enjoy the Cinque Terre more than Capri but perhaps our tastes are different. The Cinque Terre is like nowhere else - incredibly lovely. Easy to get to from Florence by train or car (though the 5 villages are all pedestrianized so you park your car on the "top"). And if you want south, we particularly love Sicily. It is so different from the rest of Italy. The people consider themselves Sicilian first then Italian. Love it.
I am getting such great advice. Much of which makes me wish it was tomorrow.
I have been to Rome a couple of times with my husband on his layovers, but of course not too much time to take in the magic of the city. Taxi rides are an experience in itself.
Glad to know that trains are accessible. The "navigator" will not be with me.
Can you recommend a quality hotel in the historic district? I have reviewed lots of photos on the internet, but I know that pictures can be far from reality. We are leaning toward a Rome base and do the side trips.
OMG! You all are getting me so excited. Bucket list...one at a time
Thank you.
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Ooooh...I'm getting excited! Thanks Schroomie!
I have traveled extensively, but not as much as I could have with my husband over these thirty years. We brought the kids when and where we could. Kids are now 29 and 30. Soooooo......my time!
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It was actually organic, and came with dirt still included.
I washed the second batch, but my husband watched the first, which means, not so well. lol
Husbands
They do try well.
Are you taking a probiotic? It might help you with digestion.
If Celiac or gluten sensitivity was a non-player in your life, some foods may just both you. You avoid them and continue on. Maybe do a salad once a week and see how you feel, or eliminate them and reintroduce in a few weeks.
It's all one BIG experiment, sometimes.
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Janet, send mom's recipe, for those of us who can buy or grow it! Pretty please?!