Re: Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

[Guest guest]

I understand how you feel. I am still in denial and haven't accepted this yet.I also don't have a positive dx yet. That said, I can't even begin to understand how i would adhere to this diet.

I read somewhere that it may take several months to two yrs to be completely healed. I know that doesn't sound good. Do you have a quick and simple meal like cereal to fall back on? That's always a staple for me-gluten free or not.And what's up with Pb ? Is it safe ? And I also live on Cream of Rice.Check it out.

Perhaps other members who have already done so well at this diet can help us up with several EASY meal choices that don't have us running to the health food store for all kinds of strange foods that cost a small fortune?

That said, I think you should talk to your doctor and find out if this could be brought on my anything else. The best tool we have is how we feel both physically and intuitively. If you think there is something else going on, find a doctor who believes you.That is often harder than adhering to a GF diet.

You may even be open to a homeopathic practitioner ? I have not tried that but it seems to work for so many.Homeopathic practitioners try to rebuild the system rather than break it down.Who knows? It may be worth a few bucks to find out.

I found that when I stopped my Iron supplements, the big D as everyone here calls it, stopped.It has begun again with force and I still live on Imodium .

Please keep us updated and take it one day at a time. I know that sounds corny but I just had to say it.

All My Best,

Doreen

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

I understand how you feel. I am still in denial and haven't accepted this yet.I also don't have a positive dx yet. That said, I can't even begin to understand how i would adhere to this diet.

I read somewhere that it may take several months to two yrs to be completely healed. I know that doesn't sound good. Do you have a quick and simple meal like cereal to fall back on? That's always a staple for me-gluten free or not.And what's up with Pb ? Is it safe ? And I also live on Cream of Rice.Check it out.

Perhaps other members who have already done so well at this diet can help us up with several EASY meal choices that don't have us running to the health food store for all kinds of strange foods that cost a small fortune?

That said, I think you should talk to your doctor and find out if this could be brought on my anything else. The best tool we have is how we feel both physically and intuitively. If you think there is something else going on, find a doctor who believes you.That is often harder than adhering to a GF diet.

You may even be open to a homeopathic practitioner ? I have not tried that but it seems to work for so many.Homeopathic practitioners try to rebuild the system rather than break it down.Who knows? It may be worth a few bucks to find out.

I found that when I stopped my Iron supplements, the big D as everyone here calls it, stopped.It has begun again with force and I still live on Imodium .

Please keep us updated and take it one day at a time. I know that sounds corny but I just had to say it.

All My Best,

Doreen

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

I understand how you feel. I am still in denial and haven't accepted this yet.I also don't have a positive dx yet. That said, I can't even begin to understand how i would adhere to this diet.

I read somewhere that it may take several months to two yrs to be completely healed. I know that doesn't sound good. Do you have a quick and simple meal like cereal to fall back on? That's always a staple for me-gluten free or not.And what's up with Pb ? Is it safe ? And I also live on Cream of Rice.Check it out.

Perhaps other members who have already done so well at this diet can help us up with several EASY meal choices that don't have us running to the health food store for all kinds of strange foods that cost a small fortune?

That said, I think you should talk to your doctor and find out if this could be brought on my anything else. The best tool we have is how we feel both physically and intuitively. If you think there is something else going on, find a doctor who believes you.That is often harder than adhering to a GF diet.

You may even be open to a homeopathic practitioner ? I have not tried that but it seems to work for so many.Homeopathic practitioners try to rebuild the system rather than break it down.Who knows? It may be worth a few bucks to find out.

I found that when I stopped my Iron supplements, the big D as everyone here calls it, stopped.It has begun again with force and I still live on Imodium .

Please keep us updated and take it one day at a time. I know that sounds corny but I just had to say it.

All My Best,

Doreen

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Anyone ever try :http://www.glutenfreemeals.com/ ?

I guess it's like nutrasystem for cd???

Looks interesting and no worry.

Doreen

http://www.glutenfreemeals.com/

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

I was sick for months after diagnosis, as my stomach healed itself.

You may find that vegan cookbooks (especially ones oriented around

cheese etc. replacements) may have helpful suggestions and creative

recipes for doing the lactose free thing. I like " Vegan Vittles " and

the " Un-cheese Book " (or is it cookbook...not sure, but look on

amazon.) Bette Hagman cookbooks also have good suggestions and tons

of lactose free replacements in her baking recipes. A little

paranoia will probably keep you healthy. It will just take time to

figure out what will and will not hurt you or pose a serious

contamination risk. Best wishes and good healing!!!

>

> I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF,

and

> lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all -

not

> gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food,

learn,

> and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac

> diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I

have

> had stomach problems for years and years, and four other

autoimmune

> diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had

all of

> the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?).

> However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not

working

> great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much.

Should

> I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about

> food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts?

> Thanks,

> Suzi

>

[Guest guest]

I was sick for months after diagnosis, as my stomach healed itself.

You may find that vegan cookbooks (especially ones oriented around

cheese etc. replacements) may have helpful suggestions and creative

recipes for doing the lactose free thing. I like " Vegan Vittles " and

the " Un-cheese Book " (or is it cookbook...not sure, but look on

amazon.) Bette Hagman cookbooks also have good suggestions and tons

of lactose free replacements in her baking recipes. A little

paranoia will probably keep you healthy. It will just take time to

figure out what will and will not hurt you or pose a serious

contamination risk. Best wishes and good healing!!!

>

> I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF,

and

> lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all -

not

> gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food,

learn,

> and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac

> diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I

have

> had stomach problems for years and years, and four other

autoimmune

> diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had

all of

> the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?).

> However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not

working

> great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much.

Should

> I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about

> food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts?

> Thanks,

> Suzi

>

[Guest guest]

We were overwhelmed in the beginning of learning about celiac and how

to shop, cook and clean out your kitchen. My advice, read the past

post on ths site when you can, cook simple and plain until you get the

hang of the diet. Plain meats and veggies with salt and pepper. You

can make good meals that are good for you with just a few ingrediants.

God Bless you as you learn, hope you feel better soon. Z

>

> I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and

> lactose free thing work.

>

[Guest guest]

We were overwhelmed in the beginning of learning about celiac and how

to shop, cook and clean out your kitchen. My advice, read the past

post on ths site when you can, cook simple and plain until you get the

hang of the diet. Plain meats and veggies with salt and pepper. You

can make good meals that are good for you with just a few ingrediants.

God Bless you as you learn, hope you feel better soon. Z

>

> I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and

> lactose free thing work.

>

[Guest guest]

Dear Suzi,

Just proceed ahead. Don't worry. I felt the same after reading all of the posts about cross contamination. But at our house, I am the active CD person and I use the same toaster, the same cutting board, etc. I haven't had any problems. You may not either. Of course, it's best to prevent cross contamination but many people are not all that sensitive. If you find yourself getting exposed to gluten, look for possible culprits among the shared spaces. Until then, you might be OK just eating the right foods. :-)

Gail in Houston

-- Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Dear Suzi,

Just proceed ahead. Don't worry. I felt the same after reading all of the posts about cross contamination. But at our house, I am the active CD person and I use the same toaster, the same cutting board, etc. I haven't had any problems. You may not either. Of course, it's best to prevent cross contamination but many people are not all that sensitive. If you find yourself getting exposed to gluten, look for possible culprits among the shared spaces. Until then, you might be OK just eating the right foods. :-)

Gail in Houston

-- Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Dear Suzi,

Just proceed ahead. Don't worry. I felt the same after reading all of the posts about cross contamination. But at our house, I am the active CD person and I use the same toaster, the same cutting board, etc. I haven't had any problems. You may not either. Of course, it's best to prevent cross contamination but many people are not all that sensitive. If you find yourself getting exposed to gluten, look for possible culprits among the shared spaces. Until then, you might be OK just eating the right foods. :-)

Gail in Houston

-- Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Just a reminder:

Just because you are not experiencing symptoms doesn't mean you are not getting contaminated. If you're getting contaminated, you're doing damage.

My 2-cents,

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Hi Suzi,

My heart goes out to you. When I was first diagnosed I did a lot of research on the internet to come up with lists of mainstream foods that I could still eat (and would maybe be a bit more convenient for working moms or dads). I also tried making meals with plain meat and vegetables (and kind of overdid the rice thing I looked for GF alternative ingredients for our family favorites and found if I made just a few changes (mostly spices or GF pasta) I could continue to make our family favorites. I tried to be diligent about avoiding gluten and was discouraged when I would read that people were feeling better after just a few weeks and I was months GF and still had the big D several times a day. As I became more aware of groups like this and the extent of cross-contamination, even in my own home (I'm the only celiac and DH and DS still consume gluten), I worked on eliminating those sources. For me, it involved new pots and pans, cooking utensils and cutting boards which are reserved for GF foods. We got a toaster oven to eliminate contamination there and I tried to make "the boys" more aware of cleaning up messes, and how their habits could affect me. After that it still seemed to take a few months before I was feeling better and I have been trying to stay on the narrow GF path (with just a couple of cheats which made me sick enough to get rid of the craving for those particular items). We've all been where you are and things will get easier and better with time. I urge you to utilize this group for questions, ideas and inspiration. I have received so many good ideas and the mood lifting feeling that others understand from this group.

I hope you are feeling better soon,

Vicki in Orange, CA.

[Guest guest]

Hi Suzi,

My heart goes out to you. When I was first diagnosed I did a lot of research on the internet to come up with lists of mainstream foods that I could still eat (and would maybe be a bit more convenient for working moms or dads). I also tried making meals with plain meat and vegetables (and kind of overdid the rice thing I looked for GF alternative ingredients for our family favorites and found if I made just a few changes (mostly spices or GF pasta) I could continue to make our family favorites. I tried to be diligent about avoiding gluten and was discouraged when I would read that people were feeling better after just a few weeks and I was months GF and still had the big D several times a day. As I became more aware of groups like this and the extent of cross-contamination, even in my own home (I'm the only celiac and DH and DS still consume gluten), I worked on eliminating those sources. For me, it involved new pots and pans, cooking utensils and cutting boards which are reserved for GF foods. We got a toaster oven to eliminate contamination there and I tried to make "the boys" more aware of cleaning up messes, and how their habits could affect me. After that it still seemed to take a few months before I was feeling better and I have been trying to stay on the narrow GF path (with just a couple of cheats which made me sick enough to get rid of the craving for those particular items). We've all been where you are and things will get easier and better with time. I urge you to utilize this group for questions, ideas and inspiration. I have received so many good ideas and the mood lifting feeling that others understand from this group.

I hope you are feeling better soon,

Vicki in Orange, CA.

[Guest guest]

Looks wonderful - and EXPENSIVE! If you order the 3 meals/day it's $28/day! Yikes!!!

--Trudy San , CA "People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities." ~Voltaire

--------- Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

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Silly question, what does TIA mean?

Donna, Littleton

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

,

Silly question, what does TIA mean?

Donna, Littleton

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

,

Silly question, what does TIA mean?

Donna, Littleton

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

That is Thanks In Advance

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

That is Thanks In Advance

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Thank you for clearing that up.

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi

[Guest guest]

Thank you for clearing that up.

Learning about becoming GF, lots of questions.

I am really overwhelmed. I am trying really hard to make the GF, and lactose free thing work. I am a busy working mom (like you all - not gender specific) and am trying to not go hungry, prepare food, learn, and not to feel sick. It's been almost a month since my Celiac diagnosis. I imagine that I have been *sick* a long time, as I have had stomach problems for years and years, and four other autoimmune diseases, so maybe I am wanting to feel better too soon. I had all of the the tests as they were looking for medication collitis (sp?). However, my stomach is still queazy a lot, my gut still not working great, and I am still often bloated when I haven't eaten much. Should I worry, or just proceed ahead? I have bcome neurotic (lol) about food, cutting boards etc... Any help or thoughts? Thanks,Suzi