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  1. LauraTX
    I use McCormick spices, including their curry powder.
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    Your doctor definitely needs to do some continuing education on Celiac disease, and sadly, that is very common for many doctors. I would print out Open Original Shared Link and bring it with you and ask for blood testing to be re-done. Here is a list of blood tests: -tTG IgA and tTG IgG -DGP IgA and DGP IgG -EMA IgA -total serum IgA and IgG (control...
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    Butterflygirl, welcome to the forum! When first diagnosed, the adjustment period can be really hard. But soon enough, with all the great advice some of our members have given you above, you will have the tools to re-adjust and get to a new normal. You do still have your whole life ahead of you -one that will now be intact and in good health because...
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    We are here to be supportive of our members, especially the newest ones who are struggling after a diagnosis. Please don't fear monger when this lovely lady already has enough to deal with.
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    dtto!
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    Welcome to the forum, Woolsey! We like to keep all information on here based on legitimate sources, and unfortunately, the claims made by the people selling the expensive cross reactivity tests are based on poor science. Per the University of Chicago Celiac disease center, these claims are all untrue. Open Original Shared Link Open Original Shared...
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    My symptoms are similar to yours, sometimes less so. I am glad you still plan on keeping gluten-free, it pains me to see other people with little reaction eat gluten and think it is not harming them. I was basically diagnosed by accident when I was having gallbladder and ulcer issues, and my GI doctor did say that I am lucky it was caught early in the disease...
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    Today I had a frozen Udi's pizza. They are on sale at Target for $5 (not sure how long) and if you use their cartwheel app, you get 5% off. Their app works like a scannable coupon on your phone, no gimmicks like some of those other coupon apps you see on the crazy couponer blogs. They basically have 5%off most Udis items right now, and my Target at least...
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    If for some reason the biopsies (hopefully many were taken as damage can be patchy) come back normal, which will take a while for a pathology report to come back, do a double check to see if any other bloodwork can be done. Here is a list of tests that can be done to help a diagnosis. -tTG IgA and tTG IgG -DGP IgA and DGP IgG -EMA IgA -total serum IgA...
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    You can change the font when you are writing a post. There is a drop down box at the top of the box you are writing in that says "font". Click that and you can select one that is easier for your eyes. You may have to click "more reply options" to see that text editing part.
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    This is why we made my kitchen completely gluten-free after similar incidents kept happening and my husband said he is only human and not perfect. So we no longer keep regular bread in the house. Only a few packaged products that he takes to work for lunches. We finally came across canyon bakehouse 7 grain bread, and he really likes it. So, if you are...
  12. LauraTX
    If milk bothers you, then what the cows are eating and whether or not it is pasteurized is not likely to make a difference. If lactose is your issue, you may want to try drinking lactose free milk for a while to see if that helps. But overall, you'll just have to get your calcium Open Original Shared Link. Drinking raw milk has some Open Original Shared...
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    Yes, a low IgA total means your transglutaminase IgA test could potentially be a false negative. Definitely encourage your doctor to do more tests, and follow up with your primary care doctor on your IgA levels being low, to make sure you don't need that looked into. And if you have other children, encourage them to all get testing done. Here is a list...
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    Medications are held to a much higher regulatory standard than supplements are. Medication manufacturers have things called Good Manufacturing Practices they have to adhere to... one big thing is preventing contamination from other medications. That is hinted at in the article when they talk about the air quality control that is required. Basically, if...
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    Agreed with Karen and Ruth here. Obviously testing isn't going to happen here. Sometimes the best thing you can do is back off a bit, offer to tell them what the good tasting brands are, etc. And let them know you are available to talk. I think dropping off bread is an awesome idea, too. A lot of people want to go about things their own way... sadly not...
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    I heard back from Lean Cuisine. They are made on shared equipment, with a thorough cleaning regimen. They did not answer my question on whether or not they test the finished product. "Thank you for taking the time to contact us about LEAN CUISINE®. We welcome questions and comments from loyal consumers such as yourself and appreciate this opportunity ...
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    ARCHIVED Frozen Fruit?

    LauraTX replied to Shell156's topic in Super Sensitive People

    For things packaged in other countries, the best way to get information is to write the company. However, I highly doubt anything else would be handled near smelly durian... LOL. Edit: I hear durian is actually tasty it just imparts a deathly smell all around it.
  18. LauraTX
    Awesome links, Thanks Karen!
  19. LauraTX
    Welcome to the forum, Aria! I strongly urge you to keep strictly to a gluten-free diet if you have Celiac disease. If your in-laws are hard headed and coerce you into eating gluten, it is a good idea to remove yourself from the situation and not do that. Cheating on a gluten-free diet will make people not take you seriously in the long run, and most importantly...
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    If you aren't able to get them done with current resources, then going ahead and trying out a wheat free diet is the next step for sure. If you are able to keep a diary of what you eat and any symptoms you have, you may be able to pinpoint whether it is a gluten issue or a wheat issue. I would lean towards avoiding all gluten for now, as that is more common...
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    So, it looks like you only had one test, which was negative. Before going on a gluten-free or Wheat free diet, I strongly suggest getting more testing and perhaps a visit to a gastrointestinal specialist who can do an upper endoscopy to look further into the tummy issues and take biopsies. Here is a list (From a lovely fellow moderator) that you can take...
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    I found a post on reddit where a person had written them asking what was gluten-free and they got a very nondescript answer. I am going to write them with some specific questions about whether they test, etc to see if I can get some better info. I would love a cheaper option for frozen dinners, but am hesitant to jump in with these.
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    That's interesting that the Celiac test was on the border. Most of the time Celiac is like a pregnancy test- either positive or negative. But it can be inconclusive sometimes. If you have, or can get a copy of your test results and post them here, we can give some input on it. Many doctors do not follow the proper diagnostic criteria for Celiac disease...
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    Welcome to the forum, Martina! How did your doctor come about the diagnosis of wheat sensitivity? If you haven't been formally tested for Celiac disease, you may want to get tested for that before going on a wheat free diet. A lot of people that have to avoid wheat only will eat gluten-free foods, but sometimes there can be more to it, especially in...
  25. LauraTX
    It aired with that part removed. I told my husband about it and he got more riled up than I did. He said "Why don't they change it to going without radiation for cancer? Same thing!" lol
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