Lisa

I have never had crispy capers, although they sound wonderful. Perhaps they were deep fried in contaminated oil. It sounds probable.

Here is a recipe that calls for cornstarch. Flour could have been substituted in your case, of contaminated oil:

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It's up and running and will be a great resource for the newly diagnosed:

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No nothing questionable I just need to be sure since I dont know it when I get glutened.

Then I would wait until the corporate offices are open.

Ugh here we go again requiring research backup for something, something that was clearly *supposed* to be anecdotal. The poster didn't say "gluten in microwaves can make you sick - she said "I discovered I got sick from a microwave". Very good info to pass on and something that others can decide if they want to try or not try. A LOT of what is said on celiac.com forums can't be found in current research, but that doesn't mean it isn't valuable info!

Yes again and again! I would like to know how it's, even remotely possible, for invisible gluten particles, propelled through the air in a microwave can be deposited into a cup of coffee and make someone sick. SHOW ME THE PROOF! Ya can't, there is none.

Hi I'm new to being gluten free. Ive cut out gluten and wheat because my doc. Told to do so ive been having a hard time with stomach pains and such. I was curious if I should be cutting out milk also because I have been gluten free for going on 3 weeks now and my stomach/abdominal pain hasn't improved much?

Thanks.

Welcome Lyss2e! You have found a great place here!

Start simply. Meats, fish, fresh veggies and fruit, rice and potatoes. Stay away from processed foods. Buy yourself a $10 toaster for your use only.

Dairy can cause the same symptoms as gluten, but may not cause the internal damage. After the gut heals, it can often be reintroduced successfully.

I suspect that you will see a marked difference with dairy out of your diet, at least for the time being. Do it religiously for four weeks. Let us know.

However, I finally figured out that what was making me sick was that I was warming water for tea in a microwave that other people use without covering it. I also would warm my coffee that way. I realized my mistake immediately. People warm their gluten food there. The microwave appeared to be clean. The only way to tell was to stop using it or cover my water/coffee before warming. That did the trick in less than a week- No more muscle weakness, fatigue and sleepiness and no more swollen eyes. It took a week to bounce back but I feel great now. How I overlooked that source of contamination I do not know. But it goes to show you how severe trace gluten can be.

That is how bad CC can get us.

With due respect, I have not seen any credible source that microwave circulated air could cross contaminate anything, unless gluten drippings from the top of the micro would drop into your food or drink.

Has anyone found any primary sources that indicate that shared microwaves are not safe for those of us with Celiac? I think there is no substantiation, just anecdotal theory. I share a kitchen, without issues.

OXY, have you checked your meds to see if they are gluten free, revisited your diet or created a food diary? I agree, look into further intolerances, as soy, dairy, corn. There are people here who can guide you through that process.

Although Lupus can be your issue, with your family history, it's not a given, by any means. You owe it to yourself to explore.

Sam's Club has the best meats!

We buy:

meats

fresh salmon

fruit

toilet paper

paper towels

diapers

gas

Aleve

contact solution

cheeses

Brisket (labeled gluten free, but can't remember the brand)

Emerile's Sausages - gluten free

Sharilee

As I just looked at your kitty pic --- it must be my kitty's twin!!!!! Our kitty is so kind to let us live with him...& also to allow us to buy gluten-free food for us humans just as long as he gets wild alaskan salmon & grain free kitty foods.....

*like* ....oh, sorry, I get confused sometimes where I am.

Happened upon this today. This may be a fun treat for some who are able to have the ingredients and do not feel like making pizza crust...

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Yummy....I never did like pizza crust. I put it on my Pinterest Board. Thank you.

I'm not a beer drinker...I'm a whinner

New Grist, Redbridge and Green's are readily available. And many here drink hard ciders, but too familiar with ciders.

Hi, I'm new here, and thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences -- I've been struggling for 8 years to figure out what's wrong with me, and knowing I'm not the only who's been told I need a therapist (for example) has been such a relief.

Without going on at length about all of my symptoms, I decided to try going gluten free 3 weeks ago. I couldn't say for sure that I felt a huge improvement, but then found out that because of my history of GI issues and another medical condition I was recently diagnosed with, testing for celiac is recommended. I also saw that you have to be actively eating gluten to get an accurate test result.

I started eating gluten at every meal on Friday morning. By Friday night (approx 12 hours later) I was having awful stomach pain and had to run to a toilet in the middle of a party. I'm on day 4 now, and it's not improving at all.

So, I was gluten free for 2.5 weeks, and after my experience going back on gluten, I'm definitely looking for a doctor to make an appointment with. Anyone have any idea how long I've got to keep eating gluten before I can have the testing done? I don't want to push for an appointment only to be told I have to come back later.

thanks!

Hey Frankie and welcome! If you have been gluten free for three weeks, you might be okay for testing. But, if possible continue. Make an appointment as soon as you can.

And if you feel you can't handle it, just go gluten free. It's tricky in the beginning. But a positive dietary response is diagnostic as well. I've never been a fan of recommending a full gluten diet solely for the sake of a diagnosis, or at the request of so many doctors.

Read here as much as you can in the mean time and welcome to our community.

Sometimes the gluten free diet can lack fiber, as suggested. Try to increase your water intake. I'm bad about that myself. Ya just gotta keep things moving.

This board has too many levels of complexity that I DON'T KNOW ABOUT

that I understand.

Be careful, Lisa If you're lucky, Peter will be too nice to say what he's thinking

Peter and I share the same birth year, which gives me the right to a bit of a tease.

I'm currently addicted to Chex Honey Nut Cereal. I pour them in a large bowl (without milk) and chomp away. I can't wait to make "Chex"Krispy Treats out of them. I think it's the crunch I love!

Hi Bea

Thank you for all the interesting info that applies to me. How do you know what herbs to take and the quantities. You are very knowledgeable about what works for you.

Thanks!

cn

Yes, Bea is very knowledgeable about what works for her. Herbs can be very benign, yet others very powerful, and she would be the first to say as well. Many herbs can interact with prescriptions. I would contact a professional or your doctor.

Yes, it does get easier. But you need to offer yourself some gluten free treats what will be the envy of all your office mates. There are some great recipes on the Baking Thread.

You are very new to the diet, but try to not let yourself feel deprives regarding foods to eat. And it takes time to find yourself on firm ground.

Take one day at a time and keep some DOVE Chocolates in your desk, and pop one when the Girl Scout Cookies come around.

Hello back and welcome!

Does anyone know if the Big Y store brand sausages (labelled just Big Y Hot or Sweet) are gluten free? I looked over the ingredient list and did not see anything dangerous. However, I think I might be reacting to them. I have emailed the company but am not sure how long that will take. If no one knows, I will update the thread with the answer I get.

I'm not acquainted with your Big Y Store Brand. I will be interested in your response.

I would think this type of reaction may fall closer to the wheat/gluten allergy side of things, but that is biased based on our family's experience. We have both celiac and wheat/gluten allergy, and it can certainly cause confusion. And if it is wheat/gluten "allergy", then it is quite possible that the standard celiac tests may show negative. Good luck figuring it out!

I agree

If Godiva does not want the millions of people with Celiac Disease or gluten sensitivity to purchase their products....it's alright with me. I will gladly comply.

You guys can have brain fog--I get "senior moments" and I am only 57.

Whoooo... you're old Peter.

It doesn't usually occur if someone has been long term gluten-free and very compliant.

Refractory Sprue is diagnosed when strict compliance to the diet, over an extended period of time, indicates continued villious atrophy.

It is non-responsive to the gluten free diet.

Be safe Janet! It's crazy out there!