christianne

I am interviewing for a new job. The new position would require some international travel to Europe, Asia, and possibly Africa and South America. I feel comfortable, generally, about travel to Europe (I haven't yet since I was diagnosed). I have the book with the Gluten-free explanation in various languages. I am most concerned about Asia and particularly...

My maternal grandfather died of stomach cancer about 20 years ago. I was dx about 2-3 years ago (although the endoscopy was inconclusive). My father tested for Celiac and was found not to have it. My Mom has refused to be tested. My grandfather had stomach problems all his life so I wonder also if he had Celiac. He was only 64 when he passed away. They...

I just started WW online today and signed up for the yahoo group mentionned earlier in this thread. I have gained so much weight since going gluten-free. I gotta get it under control! Good luck with your loss!

I would like to add my thoughts on effexor as well. I had tried, I think< just about every pill out there. I didn't want to rely on Xanax b/c it is so addictive. Effexor has been a life saver for me. I function in life without the panic attacks and my moods are more even. If you are having anxiety, don't feel weird about taking medication for it. ...

This is my first posting so please bear with me. I completely understand and sympathize with anyone with celiac disease during the holidays. I am blessed with an amazing step-mother who is not only a fabulous cook but very supportive. My biological mother will barely acknowledge the disease (but that's neither here nor there, it's an old complaint on this...