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  1. Kim
    Hi Stephanie. There is a book out about fun foods for kids to eat that are gluten free. I have made my niece (celiac) corn dogs, ravioli, etc. Also, Danna Korn has a book about raising your children gluten-free and also you may want to see if there is a ROCK (raising our celiac kids) group in your area -- they're bound to have some good ideas. Does...
  2. Kim
    Hi Bessie. I hope you are adjusting well. It is a big adjustment. People on a gluten-free diet are no different than gluten eaters with respect to gaining weight. If you eat too much of something, you probably will gain weight. But, if you eat appropriate amounts (I'm not saying starvation levels, by any means) then you should be fine. Sometimes,...
  3. Kim
    I've been doing the "bunless" burgers at Wendy's and Burger King for years, without ill effect. I just order it that way. I do watch, however, because once, they put it on the bun and then pulled it off - I saw and explained that they needed to start all over, as the littlest bit, etc.... I never order the fries, just too risky.. And, most of their employees...
  4. Kim
    I've had them before and they are available in the US. -- I believe they are Bi Aglut brand. Bright orange box. Kim.
  5. Kim
    My understanding is that Tums are NOT gluten free. Kim
  6. Kim
    Hi everyone. I hope to meet you all in person soon. The Gwinnett meeting for March is not at its usual place -- it's actually going to be at the W Hotel Perimeter Center. Here's the information: Saturday March 13, 2004 2:30-4:30 pm W Hotel Perimeter Center 111 Perimeter Center West "Celiac Explosion: Changes in Attitudes Across the Country" Speaker...
  7. Kim
    Hello everyone. I am in the Atlanta area as well. There are 2 support groups -- one in Gwinnett and one in Cobb/Marietta area. The March meeting is March 13 and is NOT in Gwinnett. If you are interested, I can post the information when I get home. Kim.
  8. Kim

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    Kim replied to corryne's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease

    Gluten Free Pantry Choc. Truffle Brownie Mix is wonderful. also, Outback Steakhouse has a gluten-free menu. Their Chocolate Thunder Down Under dessert is a gluten free brownie with icecream and chocolate sauce -- it's the regular dessert on their menu and it is gluten free. So, when you really need to feed your sweet tooth and don't have time to cook...
  9. Kim
    PastorDave is referring to the healthcare flexible spending account. You allot a certain amount of pre-tax dollars to be taken out of your paycheck, for every paycheck during the year. Then, you submit receipts to be reimbursed from your own pre-tax dollars for the difference between the cost of gluten and gluten-free foods. For example, if I buy a gluten...
  10. Kim
    Suzn is correct. Unfortunately, there is this persisting belief that vinegars are a problem. Other than malt vinegar, they are fine. The distilling process ensures they are gluten free. Kim. gluten-free for 5 years
  11. Kim
    Hi Sarah. Welcome. Maybe you can take your daughter to the emergency room, go to the GI's office and sit there until they do squeeze you in, or call around to see if you can get your daughter an appointment any sooner. I would think that the doctor(GI) she is currently scheduled to see, could order her blood tests now (and have the blood drawn at...
  12. Kim
    I would strongly advise against this. Even if you choose to give your child oatmeal, it should be Irish Oatmeal that has not been cross-contaminated. (I think McCann's is the brand - white canister with green print). Quaker and HealthValley would not be. Kim.
  13. Kim
    You may try bringing a cheap toaster with you, and bringing gluten-free bread, peanut butter and jelly. Also, there are gluten-free chicken nuggets you can buy, cook in oven before you go, and then just reheat in microwave. There are meals in a cup (gluten-free pantry has a few) and Thai noodle bowls that are gluten-free and you just add boiling water...
  14. Kim
    According to what I've read, the average time to diagnose celiac disease in the US is 11 years, in Europe, it's 3 weeks. So, I agree, we need to educate people, including the medical community. There is apparently a radio talk show host in Chicago who is celiac disease as well, but I don't know that for a fact.
  15. Kim
    Hi Wendy. There is a good book out for Children on Celiac, which you may not be aware of: Eating Gluten Free with Emily, by Bonnie Kruszka (actually available in the bookstore of this site, and I would imagine available in bookstores near you?) which I thought was very good for kids. Good luck.
  16. Kim
    Hi Renee. You mention that your coffee is Dunkin Donuts coffee. If it's the coffee made in the donut shop, perhaps there is cross contamination from flour being in the air. There are gluten-free premade dinners in the freezer section -- Amy's makes some, as well as some Indian dinners by Ethic Cuisine (Whole Foods and Krogers near me carry both). They...
  17. Kim
    I am a lawyer and can offer some help regarding accommodations. Your school most assuredly has a microwave somewhere (most likely, the teacher's lounge). If not, then perhaps you can bring in your own. If you are in public school (or a school receiving federal funds), the school will have to accommodate you. If you are in a private school, they should...
  18. Kim
    The Zojirushi is the best for gluten-free bread that I have found. For gluten-free bread, you really need 2 paddles -- most bread machines just have one. I use gluten-free Pantry Favorite sandwich bread. If you don't feel like baking your own, Kinnikinnick (www.kinnikinnick.com) has some very good ready made bread. They'll ship to you from Canada...
  19. Kim
    I understand there's another gluten-free beer out there -- Bards Tale Beer. But, I haven't been able to find it anywhere. I think it may be in Europe? thanks for the help in finding one here.
  20. Kim
    You may be even more upset to learn that Congress is considering cutting wheat from the list of covered allergens in the food labelling bill. At least, this is what my representative wrote back to me when I sent her email supporting the cause. Also, I understand that sugar corn pops will be adding malt to their cereal. It's not a great idea to eat cereals...
  21. Kim
    Hi Deb. Flagbabyds had some good advice for you. I've celiac and gluten-free for 5 years. It can take some people a year for the gluten-free diet to really take hold and your villi to heal. The most likely culprit of your reaction is accidental ingestion of gluten. Also, be sure to check that your hand lotion and lipstick/gloss don't have...
  22. Kim
    I really didn't love any of those gluten-free cereals. The only one I eat is Whole Foods Generic 365 Brand Honey Frosted Flakes. They taste just like I remember Frosted Flakes tasting and whole Foods indicates they are gluten-free. It is important to note that cereals that do not list an offending product may still become cross-contaminated if prepared...
  23. Kim
    The only sure fire way to diagnose Celiac is to have the biopsy. As others have said, is is painless. You may not get accurate results if your child is on a gluten-free diet before the biopsy. If your child's doctor hasn't told you all of this, I recommend a second opinion. A good gastoenterologist will tell you this. Good Luck.
  24. Kim
    Hi Chrissy. The only sure fire way to diagnose celiac disease is with a biopsy, which I would strongly recommend you (and your family) have done before you go on the gluten-free diet. I would recommend you all see a gastroenterologist -- it's well worth the money and time. Columbia University has a celiac center -- I know that's a bit far but at least...
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