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  1. RiceGuy
    The brand I prefer depends on the particular nutrient. The B12 is from Source Naturals, while the magnesium and zinc are from NOW Foods. You're right - there is a lot of junk out there in supplement land.
  2. RiceGuy
    Thanks for the link. It does appear a bit different than most others since it's from Fiji, and not fermented. However, even they use the same possibly deceptive wording to describe the quality of their oil. Specifically, they say it is cold-pressed from chopped and dried coconuts, but they don't say how the coconuts are dried. In my investigations, every...
  3. RiceGuy
    Well, the exact amount will vary somewhat with personal preference. Since I don't have a sweet tooth, even with sugar I always used less - typically half the sugar called for in the recipe. But to replace one cup of sugar, I'd guess at least 1 teaspoon of Stevia, probably a little more, for the average person whom is accustomed to sugar. Personally, I generally...
  4. RiceGuy
    Well, if you want a healthy, all-natural sweetener, try Open Original Shared Link. It has zero carbs, zero sugars, zero calories, and is zero on the glycemic index. Absolutely no negative side effects, and is extracted from the herb with water. There are no chemicals involved in processing. The one linked above is not bleached like other brands, and comes...
  5. RiceGuy
    I agree with this, and various other posts in this thread. I had figured out the candida issue even before the gluten issue. IMO, it was Celiac which weakened my system, allowing the yeast to take over. I wasn't eating much sugar, and there was never much sugar or sweetened stuff in the house when I was growing up. I've never had a sweet tooth, so it doesn...
  6. RiceGuy
    I definitely agree with the sublingual B12 recommendation. I'd also recommend magnesium, and possibly zinc. But it is also true that symptoms often become pronounced after being gluten-free a while. So it may be more a matter of recovery from the glutening.
  7. RiceGuy
    I've tasted several brands of coconut oil, but none come even close to Open Original Shared Link. The cost is over my limit, unfortunately, though I did buy some once, and it's so amazingly good, I sorta wish I hadn't, just coz now I know what I'm missing. They have a sample size, so you don't have to spend a lot to find out how it tastes. I think it tastes...
  8. RiceGuy
    As ravenwoodglass said, the parents of a Celiac might also be shorter than they should've been. After all, Celiac is genetic, so it seems more likely than not that at least one of them might have at least had delayed growth, if not wound up somewhat shorter than they should be. But, since you didn't say how tall you are, I can't even venture a guess as...
  9. RiceGuy
    I guess I'll add that if gluten is the problem, you may actually find that some of the foods you are currently avoiding can be enjoyed again. With regard to rice, it sounds like you are avoiding white rice, but would brown be ok? There are many different varieties of rice besides the typical long-grain brown rice. Also, there are plenty of other whole grains...
  10. RiceGuy
    So glad I wasn't the only one to catch that. Though I never even looked at the ingredients, nor have I ever tasted it, I was pretty sure it wasn't a safe cereal. The lack of it being mentioned as such on this board tells me that. Thing is, I fear sarabmore may not return to read any more replies. There is quite a bit of frustration in her words. Good...
  11. RiceGuy
    When I found out about candida, I avoided all sugars, vinegars, yeasts, and fruits. This meant no ketchup, yeast breads, mayo, raisins, etc. At the same time, I took caprylic acid capsules. It wasn't long before I felt better than I had ever felt before. Like I had a new body. I waited months before adding fruit back in, but slowly and cautiously. I was determined...
  12. RiceGuy
    Since there are similarities between palm oil and coconut oil, I wonder if you can have coconut oil?
  13. RiceGuy
    Sweet potatoes are definitely not a nightshade. Now, if you like fried potatoes, potato chips, mashed potatoes, etc, try taro instead. It is a root vegetable, with a white fleshy inside, just like potato. I actually like the taste better than potato, and of course it's not a nightshade. Taro tastes very much like potato, only it has a slightly sweeter...
  14. RiceGuy
    Yes, do avoid sugar. Try Open Original Shared Link instead, which is a completely natural sweetener, without any calories, carbs, sugars, or side effects. The pure powder is best IMO. You can also add coconut oil to her diet, which contains caprylic acid - a candida killer. Use it in place of butter, margarine, and in all cooking and baking. Mix it with...
  15. RiceGuy
    Well, since it's mostly almonds and sugar, why not use almond meal mixed with sugar? If you Google "homemade marzipan" you'll get all kinds of recipes. But, wouldn't it work to just add almond meal to a recipe calling for marzipan?
  16. RiceGuy
    Since you didn't specify what sort of hand soap you use, I'll suggest a liquid soap, not bar soap. That way, there won't be gluten all over a bar of soap, so you won't be washing your hands in gluten. Still, I agree it doesn't seem wise to allow gluten into your home.
  17. RiceGuy
    My thoughts are: 1) Many probiotics contain dairy, which a number of people on this board have had to avoid after going gluten-free. 2) If the probiotic is in capsule form, and the capsule is made of gelatin, might that be a problem? 3) If there are digestive enzymes in the probiotic, you may need to be selective about which enzymes you take. Aside...
  18. RiceGuy
    Yes, it does work, though most I've seen are much more expensive than ordinary magnesium powders. If you decide to try that, there's at least one which is sweetened with Stevia, so that way you wouldn't be giving a sugary drink. The magnesium calm products tend to be lemony tasting, due to the citrate form of magnesium and calcium they have. Be sure to follow...
  19. RiceGuy
    Your symptoms are not so unusual for Celiac. Not everyone gets diarrhea. Your other symptoms are even more common. As for the itchy patches, I agree with the other post that it could be DH. Welcome to the board!
  20. RiceGuy
    Some people don't respond well to extra fiber. Also, can you be sure he's 100% gluten-free? Something I know works is magnesium. If you buy the powdered form of magnesium citrate or magnesium carbonate, you can mix it into all sorts of foods or drinks, and he won't even know. You could even blend the powder with cocoa or other drink mix, so you or he can...
  21. RiceGuy
    I agree - candida sounds likely to me too. Open Original Shared Link that has a number of candida fighters in it. Hope you feel better soon!
  22. RiceGuy
    You might find rice bran oil at your health store. NOW Foods makes one, or you can get it online at www.californiariceoil.com. I don't know if the test you had for candida is accurate. Try Open Original Shared Link and see how that goes. Cinnamon is never made from a legume AFAIK. It can however, be from the bark of more than one species of tree.
  23. RiceGuy
    I'm not surprised about the canola, as I've read someplace that about 50% of those with Celiac can't have canola. I also find my gut doesn't do well with it, but IMO canola is a bad oil anyway, given the processing methods alone. Personally, I like rice bran oil for cooking and baking. It has a smoke point of 490
  24. RiceGuy
    Since MSG is a form of glutamic acid (Mono Sodium Glutamate), and Unami is the "taste" which MSG amplifies, then I'd agree they where probably talking about glutamate receptors. Although the flavor "kick" of MSG has been known, what I don't recall reading anything about is special receptors on the tongue for it. So maybe that part is relatively new. It...
  25. RiceGuy
    It does sound like Celiac to me. I also think there might be a possibility of an intestinal yeast overgrowth (candida). Some probiotics and a good Open Original Shared Link might help a lot. Both Celiac and antibiotics make a happy home for candida. Of course, avoid sugar, yeasts, vinegar, and fruits at the same time. Also, Open Original Shared Link helps...
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