Jump to content

whitball

Advanced Members
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    189

  • Joined

  • Last visited

 Content Type 

Profiles

Forums

Events

Blogs

Latest Celiac Disease News & Research:

Everything posted by whitball

  1. whitball
    I feel for ya. Dogs are sneaky. I made gluten-free zuchinni bread in September. One of my three dogs ate the bread and the plastic bag to hide the evidence. They probably all schemed together to snag it off of the counter top, and all giggled to each other when I blew my top!
  2. whitball
    My husband should have been a farmer. He starts thinking about the garden in November. He loves to experiment and tries just about everything. I just about had a heart attack when he told me that he planted wheat. I needed to ask about cross contamination to make sure all was going to be okay.
  3. whitball
    Our garden covers most of our back yard. He has planted several kinds of beans, tomatoes, potatoes, corn, cucumbers, zucchini, beets, carrots, garlic, onions, peppers, etc. and....the wheat. We'll be eating good stuff in the fall. My husband also cans most of the produce. He has a green thumb.
  4. whitball
    I need some information regarding cross contamination and gardens. My husband has planted many plants during the last few weeks, and today I learned that he planted wheat also. My question is: can the wheat cross contaminate vegetables, fruit, etc?
  5. whitball
    I'm not one to freak out about stuff on a regular basis, but this issue does concern me. Because of the genetics of this virus and that this has not been seen before is scary. The virus will mutate. Hopefully not into a super virus. To be cautious is good and to have a few days supply of necessities on hand is wise also, in the event that people do panic...
  6. whitball
    I'm glad that you have a doc that listened and did not treat you like you were crazy! Welcome to the forum.
  7. whitball
    I was diagnosed in 2006. I have been worried about my children and have had two of my three children tested. Both did not not test positive, although I am certain that my daughter is a celiac. My oldest son was not tested, as he refused to do the testing. Two weeks ago, he described some of the same problems that I had at his age. Muscle pain in his...
  8. whitball
    Pacific vanilla chai tea. so addictive that I buy by the 3 lb cans. Yummy
  9. whitball
    Aaaaaaaaawsome! Congrats!
  10. whitball
    Most of us on this forum have gone through the same feelings that you are experiencing right now. This is a normal reaction and the sadness and anger may be there for awhile until you start to feel better. No doubt, there are times when we stand out in a crowd at a restaurant or at a family meal. Try not to let this keep you from living your life. Your...
  11. whitball
    Just wanted to add another comment about German Shepards. My male has had ongoing problems with anal glands. His glands need to be emptied every two months. His vet is not sure of the reason why his glands are filling up so frequently. The fluid has been clear, so there has not been an infection so far. Pay attention to your shepard if he is licking...
  12. whitball
    I concur. Keep eating the gluten until all of the testing is completed.
  13. whitball
    I'm a case worker and work with adults with developmental disabilities. I cover two counties and trust me I know where every bathroom is in each part of the counties that I cover! Being a celiac has it's challenges, especially when I attend conferences. Most do not have a gluten free menu, so I often have to bring my own food. My clients often struggle...
  14. whitball
    I certainly understand your frustration. It took me almost 15 years to finally get a diagnosis. I have spent thousands and have been called a hyperchondriac (I can't spell either!), been told it's in my head, etc. I questioned everyone because I just didn't feel that what I was being told was the right diagnosis. It finally took the abdominal adhesions...
  15. whitball
    I bought two puppies in Nov.2007. A male named Luca and a female named Jasmine. Best breed I've ever had. Easy to train. They listen very well and respond to voice tone for discipline. They hate to get chewed out! Our pups are very sensitive and react strongly if they are in trouble. It's almost like their feelings get hurt. They love to play and...
  16. whitball
    I was diagnosed in 2004 with metabolic myopathy. I too had significant muscle problems for many many years. Mostly pain. I was lucky to have enough muscle control to be a college athlete and worked out for most of my life. In my mid thirties, I began having huge problems with climbing stairs, stamina, holding my arms above my head, etc. My diagnosis...
  17. whitball
    I was an awful pre-celiac! I was always in pain. My legs would hurt so bad, that I needed to stay home from work on many occasions. My friends were awful pre celiac too. They thought that I was making things up just to go home. They often ignored me when the pain was so bad that I would cry. I was diagnosed in 2006, and my friends actually educated...
  18. whitball
    I had a similar experience two weeks ago. I ate a Clif bar, not realizing that there was malt in it. I just saw the wheat free on the package and went on my way. I have also found that rice and corn are a problem, but didn't think it was that big of a deal if I ate it occasionally. But that week I had Rice Chex almost every day. So, I was driving down...
  19. whitball
    I want to know what makes the doc think that your stomach doesn't hurt? It's like having a male doc tell a woman that having aunt flo visit does not cause mood swings! Geeez! I have severe stomach pain when I accidentally ingest gluten. I would suggest that you check the pain out though. If the doc doesn't listen, find someone else if it's possible...
  20. whitball
    Ditto with JNBunnie1, Silliest of Yaks. It's a good idea to give information to the main person involved with the person's care. Your experience is valid and your information is valuable. I run into this situation sometimes especially with clients with Down Syndrome who have ongoing D, allopecia (I know this is not spelled correctly, but you get the idea...
  21. whitball
    You should really consider starting your own business. Sounds like you are already a super advocate and that is what is missing in alot of homes out there. The people that we work with deserve good service and the bottom line is they are the ones that pay our wages! Sometimes I can't believe some of the things that I hear and see being done to people....
  22. whitball
    What a mess! I am glad that you are aware of the different options that you have. Sorry to get so worked up! I've seen alot of awful situations. I am a case manager and find that I have to constantly get on staff to give me information from dr. appointments, med reviews etc. I always preach about documentation and always read the communication logs...
  23. whitball
    I would recommend that you contact someone who can help this person. Immediately!!!! A case worker, Adult services worker perhaps? My first concern is that this person is being abused by support staff. If this person is receiving home help services, my guess is the person is elderly or a person with a disability. There are many questions to ask. Is this...
  24. whitball
    I am also a Christian. I could not have made it through all of this without faith.
  25. whitball
    okay, I do know that I need to do this diet. But it scares the crap out of me because it does sound really hard.
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.