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  1. NoGlutenCooties
    Welcome Back! I live alone, but my Celiac uncle is very sensitive to cross-contamination and has done well in a shared kitchen. It's possible, but can be tricky. Just wanted to mention - although it sounds like you've figured this out on your own - read EVERY label EVERY time. Even items you buy every week. You never know when they might change their...
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    My uncle was diagnosed with Celiac approx. 15 years ago and my aunt keeps a mixed kitchen. My uncle has his own toaster and I think his own cutting board. But all other utensils, plastic storage containers, etc. are shared and they have no problems - they just wash everything very well before using it to prepare gluten-free food. And he's very sensitive...
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    You can look at it as a challenge to learn to cook just as well gluten-free as you did when you used gluten stuff. There is an Italian restaurant near me that specializes in gluten-free - the daughter of the owner and head chef has Celiac and they have a full gluten-free menu (as in 2 pages, not 2 items) and really get the cross-contamination thing. ...
  4. NoGlutenCooties
    Welcome to the Forum!! I'm with you... gluten-free processed crap is crap. It ain't healthy (in my opinion) and most of it tastes like sawdust or cardboard. The good thing is that the whole foods that are healthier for you anyhow have always been naturally gluten-free and will make you feel better! I look at it this way... I used to try to avoid unhealthy...
  5. NoGlutenCooties
    You may want to try a B-Complex supplement - I found it very helpful for energy and mood. Also, make sure to get enough protein at regular intervals. For me, I feel best when I get a bit of protein every few hours. Nuts, cottage cheese, yogurt, protein bar, etc. And meat protein at meals.
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    Hi Allison's Mom - and Welcome to the Forum! The short answer is that just about anything could be related to Celiac. There are literally hundreds of possible symptoms, all of which have other possible causes. That said, your daughter's symptoms do not sound outside the realm of potential Celiac - or non-celiac gluten intolerance. I know as a kid I...
  7. NoGlutenCooties
    I've always been a firm believer in listening to your body. When you're hungry - eat. When you're tired - sleep. And drink plenty of water. If you don't get enough water your body stops knowing how to tell you it's thirsty.
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    I agree with DesperateLady and her nurse - nutrient deficiencies will often show up in the blood last. As an example, that's part of why Celiac causes osteopenia and osteoporosis - the body isn't absorbing enough calcium (along with Vit D and magnesium) so it steals it from the bones. But the blood levels can be normal for quite some time. From a survival...
  9. NoGlutenCooties
    Everyone is different. I've only been gluten-free for a little over 3 months and had my first accidental glutening about 10 days ago. It happened on a Sunday. That night I got the hot/cold, shaking, feeling like food-poisoning stuff. By Tuesday the only residual effect was depression, fatigue and brain fog. It lifted on Friday.
  10. NoGlutenCooties
    In a word - yes. Gluten intolerance can give you all of the various symptoms of Celiac, but without the villi damage. I agree with Marilyn... if you feel better on a gluten-free diet then stick with the gluten-free diet. It is your body's way of telling you it isn't happy with gluten. Just make sure that you're getting enough fiber - which can be a bit...
  11. NoGlutenCooties
    Lirren - For some reason this isn't letting me reply directly to your last comment... you said, "I'm not sure if that's the same thing as damage..." - referring to the inflammation that was found during the biopsy. When I had my biopsy my doctor could see the inflammation - and I have a picture of it on my fridge. The lining of the small intestine...
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    I've only been gluten free for 3 months but my doctor wants to retest the blood at the 6 month mark. As long as the numbers are going down there won't be any other further testing necessary. Ever. Unless I start having some sort of persistent symptoms (persistent meaning NOT as a result of some accidental glutening). Also just wanted to add... you...
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    If you were regularly eating gluten up until then, I would say no - 6 days shouldn't matter at all. Keep in mind, people can get negative bloodtests with a positive biopsy - and vice-versa. There is also the potential for non-celiac gluten intolerance in which you have all the symptoms but no villi damage. FWIW... I went gluten-free the day my bloodtest...
  14. NoGlutenCooties
    Hi Cynthia - It's not that the walnuts themselves would contain gluten - it is a potential cross-contamination issue. When the company warns that a product has been processed on a machine that also processes wheat, they are simply warning the consumer of potential cross-contamination issues. I'm not familar with "Bulk Barn" but going by the name, I...
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    I originally posted this within a different thread, but then realized it probably belonged in a new one. By way of background, I suggested to someone that Apple Cider Vinegar can help ease constipation. A teaspoon in a glass of water works very well. Taking too much can work too well. Another member (w8in4dave) asked about what it is that the vinegar...
  16. NoGlutenCooties
    w8in4dave - I found some additional information about the apple cider vinegar. One site attributes the benefits of it to the pectin that is in it. Let me preface this by saying that these are nutritional, natural-remedy websites. In my experience, there can be a lot of really good information on these types of sites as well as some information that...
  17. NoGlutenCooties
    You're not alone. I've been gluten-free for 3 months. I read every label every time. I've only eaten out a few times - and only at places I knew would be safe. Then last weekend I was at a friend's. She's been great about letting me read all the labels, keeping things separate for me, not giving me a hard time about bringing my own food, etc. Then she...
  18. NoGlutenCooties
    I don't think you're alone in this. It seems that many people get diagnosed with Celiac and everything suddenly becomes attributable to gluten - understandable, but misguided. Sometimes a stomach ache is just a stomach ache. Or you could be reacting to some other ingredient in the yogurt. Sometimes it's a matter of trial and error... which can be painful...
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    I eat Oikos Greek every day - usually blueberry but I get the black cherry if they're out of blueberry. I've never had an issue.
  20. NoGlutenCooties
    Congratulations! And Happy Birthday!!
  21. NoGlutenCooties
    Re: the apple cider vinegar I'm not sure what causes it to work - when I have more time I'll see if I can find any additional information on it. It was something I read in a nutritionist/natural healing book. It works gently if you don't use too much at once.
  22. NoGlutenCooties
    Personally, I do not believe that it is possible to "outgrow" an autoimmune disease. That said, if you were 2 years old your immune system was still developing and there is a lot that is unknown about the body in general, the immune system, autoimmune diseases, and Celiac - so is "remission" a possibility? I have no idea, but I wouldn't categorically rule...
  23. NoGlutenCooties
    Hi DJ - The doctor was correct in his assessment of the genetic tests - it is estimated that about 30% or so of the population has the genes that predispose them to Celiac but only about 1% actually get it. If you don't have the genes, you cannot get Celiac - but having the genes does not guarantee you that you WILL get it. Also, even if you don't have...
  24. NoGlutenCooties
    I agree with the probiotics, fiber and patience suggestions. Also be sure you are drinking plenty of water. I rarely have problems with constipation but my mother (also Celiac) has had severe issues with it all of her life. One simple thing we've found that really helps is to drink a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water. It actually tastes...
  25. NoGlutenCooties
    Hopefully someone else can reply who has more information specific to your question, but wanted to say that if you've only been gluten-free 6 days you have to be patient. Severe symptoms can take months to clear up. Candida can also be tested for - if it is intestinal, they can run a stool test - although Candida infections can exist anywhere. A good probiotic...
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