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  1. RiceGuy
    The only thing I can add at this point, is that vitamin D isn't measured in milligrams, so I think the amount you describe would be truly excessive if not deadly. It is quite possible to overdose on many nutrients, including vitamin D. Since the body stores vitamin D for later use, I personally find it difficult to accept the idea that your level would...
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    I have to agree that there is a matter of getting family and friends to believe what we go through. However, I think your brother is either making stuff up, or his doctor is an idiot (as many of us have experienced). I think if I where in your position, I'd ask him what blood tests have been done, and what supplements the doctor has told him to take. Any...
  3. RiceGuy
    It really sounds to me like a malabsorption issue. If you haven't tried sublingual (under the tongue), liquid, or powdered supplements, I'd suggest that, and see how you feel. I know my system simply cannot break up a vitamin pill, and I've been totally and absolutely 100% gluten-free for nearly three years now. I currently take a sublingual B12 and a powdered...
  4. RiceGuy
    Just a note on the laxative... I wasn't advising that at all, just that magnesium happens to draw water into the intestines, so it can help in getting relief. That's the reason laxatives commonly use it as an ingredient. About the prunes: One reason why prunes help in this area is because of the magnesium they contain! The do also offer fiber, which...
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    Yeah, that's what I was thinking too. I know sweet white rice flour and soy flour are supposed to help there, and eggs also, so probably soy lecithin too I suppose. I think butter/margarine is supposed to help with the moistness too if I'm not mistaken.
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    Something tells me "instant release" would be dangerous. Many laxatives have a large amount of magnesium. There's a powdered supplement called "Magnesium Calm" or something like that. It apparently can help with getting things moving down there, but it would likely take a few hours at least I'd think. The powdered form makes it faster for absorption, so....
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    Arrowroot works well for a thickener, and depending on the consistency you want, tapioca can work too. Guar gum thickens really well, so it doesn't take much of it, and AFAIK it works without heating it up. From what I've read, calcium is what gets it to gel (and apparently borax ). If you're looking for a substitute for potatoes, try taro. Very similar...
  8. RiceGuy
    I've read comments from others who say a skin biopsy can be a pretty good test if done properly. I think the consensus is that the sample must be taken near a rash spot, but not on it. I've read the DH rash commonly has a tiny peak in the center - like a little pimple, but more pointed. I'm sure others will have better responses than I on this issue...
  9. RiceGuy
    Heck, I don't even try a new recipe unless I've been feeling relatively stable for like a week at least! I also echo the sentiment that it doesn't seem wise to try conceiving at this point. Both you and your baby would be at a higher risk of...bad things...and stuff If it where me (ok, so that would defy the laws of nature) I'd wait a good long...
  10. RiceGuy
    I typically have a grain as a base, such as short grain brown rice (cooks up wonderfully creamy ), millet, Kasha, or red lentils. OK, so the last two aren't grains, but I'm sure you get the idea. A combo of any of these can be great too. Sometimes I'll use a brown rice cereal. I've also used tapioca to thicken a stew, which has worked out nice because it...
  11. RiceGuy
    I used to be much more fatigued than I am now. The things which have helped me most with this are a sublingual methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) supplement, and a magnesium supplement. They are things which Celiacs are often deficient in too, and tests don't always indicate it. As has already been noted however, you haven't stated whether you have been gluten...
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    I never had a problem with Uncle Ben's either, though now I use Lundberg brown rice, and have no intention to go back to the parboiled stuff. You can cook Uncle Ben's in the microwave (not in plastic please). It always turned out quite well for me. As I recall, it took less time too - about 18-20 mins. I remember using a slightly different amount of water...
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    Well, personally I've never seen a Teflon pan worth buying, much less actually using. I'll never use Teflon or silicon cookware/utensils. I only use stainless steel. There's nothing to scratch off or into, and I haven't had any trouble with food sticking to it either. Very very durable, and will last for decades I'm sure. As for gluten (or basically any...
  14. RiceGuy
    Thing is, your child cannot develop properly on just vitamin tablets and peanut butter. I might start with peanut butter on gluten-free crackers. Mary's Gone Crackers has some that are quite tasty with peanut butter. I'm sure there are others but those are the only ones I ever tried. Another nice treat is applesauce with some peanut butter mixed in. To...
  15. RiceGuy
    I ran into some information on SCFA's (Short Chain Fatty Acids) and resistant starch on the Open Original Shared Linksite. Then found this on Open Original Shared Link. See the links given above for more info. I think this is very interesting.
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    Google can be your best friend in these situations. I'd try a search for the drug name followed by "gluten", and see what it turns up. Also there are numerous other ingredients in meds which people can have trouble with. Having to take so many at the same time simply cannot be good for the body, and I'm certain you already know that. It's easy to feel that...
  17. RiceGuy
    I get a similar type of skin reaction from ground celery seed, which I've read is often made from a relative of celery instead of the common vegetable. The whole seeds don't seem to bother me.
  18. RiceGuy
    When I was narrowing down my reaction to dairy, I tried a soy cheese, which only had casein as a dairy ingredient. It still bothered me, so I knew from this it was more than just lactose. HTH
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    RiceGuy replied to KayJay's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    When I first went gluten-free, it took about 6 months to really begin to see some changes. Once that started, I knew I was on the right track. However, like many others, over time other things began creeping up. Thanks to the member on this board, I did finally figure out some of the major ones. So now I take a sublingual methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) supplement...
  20. RiceGuy
    I've tried a few different ones thus far - all in powdered form, which avoids having a solid pill to break down. I know my system can't break up a pill. Some formulations appear to be more for assisting in bowel movement than for absorption. What I prefer is something that I can add into my meals, rather than having to mix up a drink or whatever. The first...
  21. RiceGuy
    Yes, arrowroot starch works well. In fact, my experience is that it thickens more than cornstarch, so less is needed. Tapioca can also be used in some cases, though the consistency is somewhat different. Guar gum might work too, but be certain to test the amount first, as it does have quite a good thickening capability.
  22. RiceGuy
    Wow, sorry that you have to deal with such conditions at the same time as being gluten-free. However, something tells me that your gluten intolerance is the cause of much of the other problems you mentioned. If I was in such a situation, I'd try putting those things in second place to being gluten-free. That is, I'd want to have my foods entirely gluten...
  23. RiceGuy
    I did have a terribly leaky gut, though thankfully now it doesn't appear to be leaking to any real noticeable degree. I guess I just gave it time more than anything else, but all my meals have been prepared by me, and only veggies, whole grains, some fruits, etc. Nothing artificial, no processed sugars, no "junk food". Also lots and lots of water, which for...
  24. RiceGuy
    I also never liked much sugar in stuff. Since I found out about Stevia though, that is what I use if/when I need to add any sweetness. The product I chose is a concentrated liquid extract though, so all the bulk which sugar adds to a recipe isn't going to be there. That's the one thing about such a sweetener which needs to be addressed. As I'm just getting...
  25. RiceGuy
    Personally, I like shredded coconut. Though I started using that as a source of lauric acid, it is indeed a source of fiber (I don't know how the percentage compares to other sources). Thus far it has added a wonderful taste to every meal I've put it in (every meal of every day ). Of course, I really like coconut quite a bit. For those who don't, I suppose...
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