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Ditto I would not even try to eat at a Red Lobster! I have eaten a substantial meal before going out with friends and it worked great. Have a drink or glass of wine and enjoy the company. Plus it is cheaper this way!

Hez

That warms my heart! Have a wonderful gluten-free meal.

Hez

Hi Patti,

I can get Authentic Foods all purpose multi blend flour at a small health food store in my town. I have not found it anywhere else (locally). There is also a Bette Hagman blend that I have not tried.

I love the blend for cookies. I can do cut out sugar cookies with this blend and they do not spread out! I use my old recipes cup for cup with this flour.

Hez

I have gotten several gluten-free ice cream cakes over the years from Dairy Queen. However, I went in and gave a huge lecture to the woman who makes the cakes. For some reason we cannot have the fudge sauce (this my have changed I have not looked into it for a couple of years) which goes between the layers. For obvious reasons (wheat) we cannot have the crunchies. So, we end up with an ice cream cake with candy between the chocolate and vanilla layers. I always remind her to use a new tub of icing and a clean cake mold. So, it can be done but make sure you educate the person making the cake (not just the kid who runs the register). I would also encourage you to go in and read the icing labels. The icing my store uses is safe but I would check with the store.

Hez

I use an all purpose gluten-free flour from Authentic Foods that I love. I have never had any problems with roux's, gravies or cookies! I have not tried it in cakes.

Hez

I use canned mushrooms once in awhile. I have never had a problem. I always check the label. The ones I use just have mushrooms, water and salt.

Hez

Amy, I hate to admit this but I did not believe you! I went on Amazon and sure enough you are right! My dd has been asking for one of these things and I decided no a long time ago. But since it comes with gluten-free mixes I might have to cave!

It is getting horrible ratings so if you do buy one you may want to stock up on the mixes now. Not sure how long it will be around.

Hez

Could it be possible that you are reacting to something else in the mix? Hope you feel better soon.

Hez

Coffee is one of the things that I think triggered my celiac. Not because it contained gluten but it is known to be a stimulant/relaxant in the bowels. After being gluten-free for years now I can enjoy a cup with no problems. Luckily, I prefer tea.

Hez

I am so sorry your race was not what you wanted. My dh is a marathon runner and can get cranky if a race does not go his way.

First, I would realize that you were just dx. It took me 6 months before I even started to feel good, and I was not running! You may need some more time to heal. Second, it does sound like you have one answer, training. I can't tell you how much dh trains for these races! I really think you have great ideas for the next race regarding food. I would also add research to that list. I know peanut m&ms are safe. I am almost positive that powerade is fine, I know for sure that gatorade is. After reading one of my dh's gu it reads safe but I would not have it without confirming it is gluten-free. Sometimes you can find out ahead of time what will be on the race course. Then do research to determine what is safe.

Do not be to hard on yourself, you crossed the finish line! That is a heck of a lot more than I could do.

Hez

I eat this all the time. I never contacted the company. I just looked at the ingredients and they seemed safe.

Hez

I wish I had an answer for you, but I don't I have had these bars in the past (think several years ago) and did not like them. They did not sit well in my stomach. I do not think it was a gluten issue, my body just didn't like them.

You may try calling back to see if you get a different person that could answer some questions. I have never had a problem with Kraft foods. I trust this company. But I am like you, I have not had anything that states the same line but I do risk it with same facility.

Hez

My triglycerides are slightly elevated last time they were checked. The dr was not too worried. I looked into it though and think my problem was the last thing I had before the fasting was a cocktail! I found out that alcohol can raise your numbers. I think I read somewhere that you should refrain from alcohol four or five days before the test.

Is the dr worried about diabetes? That's what I thought this test was for. I know there are celiacs who also have diabetes. I do not know how common that is.

I wish I could help more.

Hez

I have only been to Disneyland. I felt no need to leave that happy place! I felt like they did such a great job plus it's the happiest place on earth!

Hez

Everyone is different. That said it took me 6 months on a gluten-free diet before I felt better. I would try keeping you foods as simple as possible and limit the dairy. It takes awhile for the body to heal.

I hope you feel better soon.

Hez

I have only made wings since going gluten-free! I just toss the wings with salt and pepper and cook in the oven. But the recipe I have says that you can fry them as well. If you really want flour use a gluten-free flour blend and procede as normal. Enjoy the wings!

Hez

I have been on one cruise since being gluten-free. I find it difficult at times to be surrounded by wonderful looking food and not have any. Part of my issue is prior to dx the food was such a huge part of cruising for me. I need to change my perspective.

I know that Holland America is owned by the same people that own Carnival. I have heard that Carnival will provide safe meals but they are plain. So I am not too surprised by their lack of imagination in the food department.

I was on Royal Carribean and was very impressed with the knowledge of the management. Waiters and bus boys had no clue. I found the desserts to be lacking, as in I had none! I received fresh fruit at the end of my meal as my dh had cake and other goodies. I did get sick but I get sick anytime I seem to go out. Just highly sensitive.

I am hopeful that our next experience will be better since it is a longer cruise, we will see.

Glad you enjoyed the sights!

Hez

Thank you for posting. I have been leery of trying the pizza crust since I cannot stand their flour. Maybe I will give it a whirl.

Hez

The Brothers Moon on Main St in Hopewell is very good, and they should be able to make some things gluten-free. I have had some great burgers (without the bun), salads, and risotto there. You can check their menu online. Most of their ingredients are fresh and local. Might be less $$$$ than the Blue Bottle. But PF Chang's is the only place around with a dedicated gluten-free menu, dagnab it.

Thank you Lee for this!

Hez

This does not come in a can However, this recipe is the closest thing I have found to can soup. I use it all the time in my old casserole recipe's. It is more work than opening a can but it comes together very quickly.

Hez

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Thanks Ken!

I also noticed that early on in my healing that there were times that I was just sick. I know that everything I had eaten was gluten-free. It took me a long time to heal enough that I did not have the D often (about 6 months). Hope you are feeling better. This also might be a good time to remind your family about cc and how sick it can make you.

Hez

I have not found this in my area at all. I keep looking. Keep in mind the box does not say it is gluten-free nor does the company. However, it does not contain gluten ingredients (per website) and many people eat it without problems. I think the old box might have but I do not know that for sure. Just an FYI.

Good Luck,

Hez

Thank you Ken! I am looking forward to seeing our friends. This is really my first time traveling gluten-free to a non-resort (we did a cruise and disney) type place. Just a little nervous.

Thanks,

Hez

How close is Princeton to Hopewell? On the map it looks close but with traffic it may take longer than it should.

Any places to eat out?

Good places to visit with kids?

Thanks,

Hez