chappy1970

Marty, it was interesting to read your story as it is very similar to my own. I'm from Australia, I was also diagnosed in 1971 (18 months old) and am now 35. (I don't think the people who have only recently diagnosed appreciate how easy it is these days to live a gluten-free life) Have you had any luck with your weight gain? I'm 6'1 and about 150lb...

Sorry Monica, I'm a smidge over 6' and hover around 150lb's. You are correct it very much is my metabolism, my parallel's that of a rabbit I believe. Any ideas would be much appreciated, its not for health reasons as I eat very sensibly, sticking to the diet strictly. I suppose its a little for superficial reasons. Chris

New to this forum but not to celiac disease. Was diagnosed when I was 18 months old and I'm now 35 (seen a few improvements over the years). Have always been thin (150lb/68kg) in fact I've been within a couple of kilos since I was an 18 year old. Have been always able to eat as much food (gluten-free) that I could possibly fit in without putting any...