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  1. AmberJ
    I’m Celiac so it may be different...but have you had your gallbladder checked? I had issues with meat fats and any junk food when my gallbladder went bad.
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    OMG I’ve having the same issue with dairy, sugars, even natural sugars like fruits! I’m following this thread. I really thought I was the only one! Thanks for asking it. My dr says I just need to go a good 6 months gluten/sugar/dairy free to “reset my system” and it should help. We’ll see. Good luck to you sir! AJ
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    I had a similar reaction (couldn’t lose weight then lost way too much after diagnosis...then a year later weight ballooned and I couldn’t lose it no matter what) BUT, I have found that my body hates sugar of all kinds. I went on the Whole30 diet at my doctor’s direction (no dairy, no sugar, no rice or other grains), and my bathroom habits straightened up, m...
  4. AmberJ
    I use Acure lotions. Love love love them! Also love LipSense lipstick and Younique stiff upper lip lip stain. I use Younique eyeliner and mascara...and a bit of blush/bronzer by Neutrogena. When I wear concealer, it's Younique. (I sell Younique now because the results are that good with no reaction.)
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    I'm a first sergeant's wife (ret.). Yes, it disqualifies you from serving. If it is diagnosed during service, you will be med boarded out of the military because all MRE's and d-fac's are unsafe for a Celiac. I'm not sure about NOAA Corps.
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    Yes, I had a perforated colon as well. At 21 years old. I'm now 35 and only a year into being gluten free, and no more issues as long as there is no cross contamination issues. Your body can only handle one pain at a time, so if something got worse, look into that. (And keep in mind misdiagnoses are common with Celiac patients.) Hang in there, it does get...
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    Yes, and I had to quit soda pop and limit lactose to get rid of it. It hurt so badly I would be sweating bullets.
  8. AmberJ
    If it says "artificial flavorings" or "natural flavorings"...I will refuse to eat or drink it unless it says specifically that it's gluten free. The damage to my villi is not worth it.
  9. AmberJ
    I was in an out of wheelchairs for 26 years - even had surgery on both feet - which did NOT work - and now since being gluten free, and eating mostly organic fruits and veggies, I am no longer in pain. The pain in my feet is mostly gone. I have eliminated gluten, as well as most caffeine, as well as soft cheeses, real whole milk (I use Silk), and yogurt....
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    I'm unable to eat some things without gluten-type symptoms. I don't think it's gluten, I think it's pesticides and weed killer that's sprayed on just before harvest to make the harvest heavier and with less weeds. Cheerio's uses this. Wouldn't be surprised if this is your issue. Try some brand that's gluten free and organic, or use rice or quinoa as a substitute...
  11. AmberJ
    Beer is gluten. Beer is a no-no for NCGI or Celiac patients. Try wine, most are gluten free.
  12. AmberJ
    You may have a lot of strange symptoms for the first year. Your body is healing! But as for frequent diarrhea, it could be just the detox from gluten. I know it sounds crazy, but I had diarrhea, anxiety, and sleep disturbances often in the first month after going gluten free. If you're anything like me, it'll be a thing where you KNOW you got glutened when...
  13. AmberJ
    Sorry for my type-o, I'm on my iPad and I have fat fingers apparently, LOL.
  14. AmberJ
    I'm so sorry you're going through that. I'm just about going on a year since my diagnosis. I don't eat out. Just went on vacation, and when handed a gluten-free menu, I asked if they prepare it on a separate part of the kitchen, and if they didn't know, or if they said no, I didn't eat anything. I'm becoming a pro at watching people eat. It helps...
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    Yes. The connection between gluten and the thyroid is strong. And the connection between sleep issues and the thyroid is strong. So it's not unreasonable to think the issues are connected to gluten.
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    I have always had depression. On medication, etc. since I was about 12. But since going gluten-free, I've been off my medicine and doing great! When I get glutened by CC or whatever, I end up feeling enough depressed that my husband tells me I need to remember it's just my body responding to gluten, and we talk about where I may have gotten glutened...
  17. AmberJ
    I wouldn't if I were you. The black eyed peas from New Year's Day meant 4 days of misery, based upon that guess......
  18. AmberJ
    Yes, list it under conditions. If you feel comfortable doing so, state that it's just like a food allergy and provide that you will take care of your dietary restrictions and it will not limit your ability to perform the functions of the job.
  19. AmberJ
    He's right. I had withdrawals for a couple days like you're describing. And then a little irritability off n on for a few weeks. But it DOES gets better! In no time you'll be feeling much better! Keep in mind to be gentle with yourself, as your body is addicted to a substance that, in essence, has the capability of shortening your lifespan by 20 or more years...
  20. AmberJ
    Hello! My whole family has found out about Celiac in the last year so we're relatively new to the gluten-free life, too. (Some of us are diagnosed, some not.) Here's my take: if you are intolerant or Celiac...either way, your body hates gluten. I don't use them, but my mom does. It affects what I call acne. (I'm 34...always had acne but it cleared up when...
  21. AmberJ

    ARCHIVED Military

    AmberJ replied to DevynJoy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    So sorry! I was taken out of recruitment because of cancer. So I know the feeling. Think about what job you wanted to do, and go to school for that. Civvy contractors make seriously larger pay checks. ?
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