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  1. RiceGuy
    The two things that would give me migraines were an intestinal yeast overgrowth, and gluten. I agree with the comment about magnesium. It does help. Not only because it increases blood flow, but it strengthens the blood/brain barrier. Plus it does help move toxins out of the body faster. If sugar triggers your migraines, you might want to look into the...
  2. RiceGuy
    First, you may want to go over all your foods to make sure they're gluten-free. Also, check shampoos, soaps, skin/hair care products, cosmetics, etc. If you eat gluten-free breads, have you purchased a new toaster? Have you tossed out wooden spoons, cutting boards, etc? Scratched pots and pans can also harbor gluten, though stainless steel usually cleans...
  3. RiceGuy
    I like coconut oil in place of butter, margarine, etc. It is solid at room temperature, like butter, but melts easier. You can blend in some salt if you like. Coconut milk works in place of milk, as does rice milk, almond milk, and so forth. Earth Balance has a natural stick margarine, with no trans fats or hydrogenation, though it does have canola, which...
  4. RiceGuy
    I don't think the lines on the fingerprints must indicate Celiac, and I don't recall anyone on this thread suggesting it did. But I think it IS something to toss into the mix, just as poor nail health, skin problems, bowel problems, thyroid problems, etc should be. You put all the symptoms together, and a picture begins to form. That's a large part of what...
  5. RiceGuy
    Welcome to the board! I'm sure you'll get a lot of answers here. Your symptoms certainly could be caused by Celiac. If you intend on getting tested, it is recommended to continue eating gluten up until the tests are done. You can probably try the gluten-free diet for about a week, then go back to eating gluten. Since the antibodies usually begin to decline...
  6. RiceGuy
    An itchy back with no rash was one symptom I had growing up. Nobody every knew what from. For the tingling and numbness, I'd recommend a few supplements. A sublingual methylcobalamin (active form of vitamin B12), and magnesium are the two which seem to help most with such symptoms. Not surprising, since Celiacs are often deficient in both. A B-complex...
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    Hmmm...Well, what I did initially when I began gluten-free baking, was to make small amounts of different flour blends, to test baking performance. I usually would make only one change in the recipe at a time, so I'd know what each ingredient did for the results. However, what we really want to know here is if the flour is noticeably more gritty. So, if it...
  8. RiceGuy
    Thanks quietmorning01! If the rice flour gets ground well enough, then I'm sure other grains will be even better, since it seems the only flour prone to graininess that I'm aware of is rice flour. And I think you're right - the second pass through will likely improve it too.
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    You won't be the first one to find the gluten-free diet works, and get negative test results. That often happens even for those who don't go gluten-free first. I do know that Enterolab claims to be able to test up to one year after going gluten-free. Obviously, nothing can be guaranteed 100%, but that's about the best I'm aware of as far as lab testing...
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    Whenever possible, I get the powdered supplements. That way there aren't any fillers, binders, flow agents, or anything else. It's usually cheaper per dose that way too. NOW Foods has calcium, magnesium, Cal/Mag combo, potassium, and various others. They generally blend right into smoothies without messing up the taste, though the citrate forms will lend...
  11. RiceGuy
    The best prices and selection for gluten-free flours that I know of is at BarryFarm.com. While they don't usually carry name brands, they do have a number of flours which are processed in dedicated gluten-free facilities. They offer bulk discounts too.
  12. RiceGuy
    So glad you're feeling better! It really is a great triumph, isn't it?! As for the RLS, I've found certain supplements to completely resolve it. A sublingual methylcobalamin (active form of vitamin B12) and magnesium worked miracles for me. You may also find a B-complex and vitamin D3 to be very helpful to the nervous system (as are numerous other things...
  13. RiceGuy
    For the popcorn, I'd recommend avoiding those prepackaged, pre-seasoned things, and just make your own. Healthier, safer, and more economical too. I'm sure some are gluten-free, but I don't buy them, so can't suggest any. I've heard the microwave ones have some nasty chemicals lining the bags though. Yes, it is important to use gluten-free toothpaste,...
  14. RiceGuy
    Welcome to the board, and congratulations on figuring out what has been making you sick. While I'm not an expert on the antibody tests, I do know there are often false negatives. Same with the biopsy. However, if your test results are accurate, I'd have to guess your reaction is not autoimmune, possibly more like an allergy. This may be the difference...
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    Thanks for the visual descriptions of sorghum and hominy. I guess I was thinking of hominy grits, which would be ground up hominy, I suppose. Sounds similar to something I've seen called posole, which is also a corn product. I never noticed any bitterness from millet flour or grain. Perhaps the one you tried was a bit rancid or something, or maybe I'm...
  16. RiceGuy
    According to what I've read, wheat grass supposedly doesn't contain gluten, but IMHO the risk of contamination is extraordinarily high. I mean, the same plant produces wheat grain, so that's cutting it pretty close if you ask me. If it is nutrients you want, there are many ways you can obtain them without such risks. A better choice may be alfalfa sprouts...
  17. RiceGuy
    I've been reading about foods which suppress thyroid function, and it turns out that tapioca is on the list, amongst other things. Given the extent to which tapioca is used in gluten-free baking, and that Celiac seems to often impact the thyroid, I think the following information is good to know: Open Original Shared Link Open Original Shared Link
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    quietmorning01: How does the granularity of the flour from the Cuisinart compare to the gluten-free flours on the market? Is it really fine enough to make non-gritty breads? Finer than the typical rice flour?
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    Doesn't your own blood test confirm you shouldn't be eating gluten? I'm guessing it was an allergy test though, which would not be the same as gluten intolerance or Celiac. Either way however, it seems clear that gluten isn't good for your body. Not everyone experiences noticeable symptoms, especially in the early stages. So if you caught it before much...
  20. RiceGuy
    Well, most iron supplements I know of are not liquids. Any reason it has to be a liquid type? Anyway, there's one gluten-free liquid iron I know called Floravital, though it has ferrous gluconate. Be careful, as the same company makes one called Floradix, which is not gluten-free! Another one from NatureWorks called Herbal Iron has iron-II-lactate, and...
  21. RiceGuy
    Well, a few things come to mind. First, just because every symptom didn't improve on the gluten-free diet, doesn't mean they aren't related to gluten intolerance or Celiac. Many many members here have had to do more than just gluten-free to feel better, especially at first. If your intestines are truly damaged, there will very likely be nutrient deficiencies...
  22. RiceGuy
    Thanks for posting this. I've been eating millet for awhile now, and really enjoy it. Apparently, sorghum is supposed to be similar, but I've yet to try it. Your post has me resolved to get some. It sounds larger than millet from your description, which I'd like also. I always thought hominy was basically corn grits, no? It sounds larger, from what you...
  23. RiceGuy
    It was the Arrowhead Mills flours - buckwheat and millet. Thankfully I have other sources for these.
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    RiceGuy replied to Chellabella's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    Welcome. I think you've come to the right place for answers. What I'd suggest, is to try a few days gluten-free, and see how you feel. If you feel better, then you'll know. However, if you want to get tests done for Celiac, you shouldn't remain gluten-free for more than a week at most, because the antibodies and intestinal damage will begin to diminish...
  25. RiceGuy
    Since there are hundreds of possible symptoms, which do you think would be conclusive? The leg pains ARE a symptom. So is the occasional stomach ache. And no, they are NOT normal, nor are they "growing pains". There's no such thing. As a kid, I had all sort of health problems, but nobody figured it out. There were actually many "little" things (which...
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