Jump to content

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.


  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Kissing?

PixieChinchilla

Recommended Posts

PixieChinchilla Rookie
PixieChinchilla
Posted

So I'm VERY new to the Celiac life. New enough that I haven't gotten a complete positive on all the tests yet, but I'm doing the diet and living the life just in case. I've been trying really hard to eliminate gluten from my diet... but I didn't even think about kissing! Now, I dont have a boyfriend at the moment, but that almost makes it worse, because kisses are more spontaneous when you aren't with someone you're EXPECTING to kiss. o.o

So is it true that I have to be careful who I kiss?

I'm sure the answer is yes, so the real question is: How careful do I have to be?

Thanks much. :]

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


darlindeb25 Collaborator
darlindeb25
Posted

This is the $10,000 question! It's difficult to answer. I have never been glutened by a kiss and yes, I have been kissed by many. Usually, whomever I am with has been told about my celiac disease though, I never hide it from anyone. I used to worry about kisses from my grandkids, cause they always were chewing on cookies or something, so I had to be very careful.

As for men, I do explain to them the importance of being careful with me. So far, so good. Kissing is something I love and I will not give it up, so if necessary, there is always a new toothbrush handy at my place. Of course, it's different when you are a teenager--I'm an old lady!!!!! :P

Honestly, I am so careful with everything in my life, I guess kissing is the most lax I ever am and still, I warn the man. I never really let kissing bother me though, it's not like I fret about it.

So, the decision is yours.

Mango04 Enthusiast
Mango04
Posted

Eh...I'd say...be a little bit careful. Like, if the guy has a mouthful of bread (or just ate something extremely gluteny), maybe, possibly consider refraining :lol:. I wouldn't worry about to the point where you entirely give up spontaneous kissing though :rolleyes:

Mafyta Newbie
Mafyta
Posted

Next friday im dating a boy. I told him yesterday about my celiac disease and that before kissing, if he has eaten anything that contains gluten, he will have to brush his teeth. He says theres no problem, he will do it. So im happy.

I think that it depends on how allergic you are and on the boy you are gonna kiss. But is he kisses you suddenly, make sure he hadn

psawyer Proficient
psawyer
Posted

Gluten can remain in the mouth after eating a food that contains it. A thorough brushing of the teeth should remove it. It is something to think about, especially if your partner is not aware of the risk.

I am gluten free. It is safe to kiss me. :lol: Just kidding, don't think that I am a dirty old man. Well, I am old, and I am a man, but...I'm married. :huh:

  • 3 weeks later...
nakladane Newbie
nakladane
Posted

My boyfriend has Celiac's, so I'm trying to follow the diet too. But I was told you have to brush your teeth, and then wait an hour before kissing, so that's what I've been doing every time I slip up. Is that true, or will a good brushing do it?

  • 3 weeks later...
angeleyes- Newbie
angeleyes-
Posted

I don't think you have to worry about it.. I have never worried about that really..

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


blueeyedmanda Community Regular
blueeyedmanda
Posted

You just have to be a bit careful, everything should be fined :)

loco-ladi Contributor
loco-ladi
Posted
I am gluten free. It is safe to kiss me. Just kidding, don't think that I am a dirty old man. Well, I am old, and I am a man, but...I'm married.

Figures, everytime I find the man of my dreams he's taken!

Just going to have to keep my current gluten eating hubby a while longer I guess :rolleyes:

Now for this most interesting subject.....

My hubby and his "friends" wer hanging out in the garage doing "guy stuff" (drinking beer, farting and being basically obnoxious as usual) I came home from work and he wandered into the room snuck up behind me spun me around and gave me a great big juicy kiss...

did I mention the drinking beer part...... it wasn't gluten-free beer... how do I know, cause I got sick.......

NOW since this gave him the biggest guilt trip I have ever seen... I got gluten-free breakfast in bed for 3 days, he slept in my awkward postion for a week (I slept like a baby... when I could sleep) he rubbed my back and he now brushes his teeth right before I come home from work, or right after he gets home from work..... and "IF" he hasn't had time to brush them and I go to grab one, he will turn his head and all I get is cheek...

So in my opinion yes you can get CC from a kiss, not sure how "fresh" the gluten has to be but after he brushes his teeth I have had no problems at all.

blueeyedmanda Community Regular
blueeyedmanda
Posted
Figures, everytime I find the man of my dreams he's taken!

It's a shame isn't it :)

loco-ladi Contributor
loco-ladi
Posted

he always has such fresh breath when he kisses me, thats defin a plus, lol

Eriella Explorer
Eriella
Posted

I agree, you can be glutenated from a kiss. My ex came back from eating pizza and drinking beer and sure enough---BANG! I was sick. However, if he rinsed his mouth out with water after eating gluten, I was fine.

DingoGirl Enthusiast
DingoGirl
Posted
I am gluten free. It is safe to kiss me. :lol: Just kidding, don't think that I am a dirty old man. Well, I am old, and I am a man, but...I'm married. :huh:

:lol:

drinkin' martinis up there? :lol: silly goose.

I have never been glutened by a kiss, and since I've been gluten-free have dated three guys. Kissed 'em all. :ph34r: Nothing. One drank alcohol-free beer all the time.....nary a glutenization.

So, Merry Kissmas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:)

angeleyes- Newbie
angeleyes-
Posted

Hii again I have a big question about this.

are we talking about tounge kisses here or just a kiss on the lips?

My problem is that I never react if i get gluten in me so i never know if i have gotten some in me or not. I mean, its only in my stomach things happen but there'snt any symtoms, get what i'm sayin?

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Celiac.com:
    Join eNewsletter
    Donate
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):



    Celiac.com Sponsors (A17-M):



  • Recent Activity

    1. YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888
      - YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888 replied to YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      2

      Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease

      What non organic or nonorganic molecules from a plastic bottle of water can trigger a reaction that I have only experienced during an auto immune experience? There really should not be any organic molecules in such a bottle. I seen a thread where it was mentioned that his refrigerator water filter tested positive for gluten when he had it checked. If...
    2. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to Known1's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      8

      Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water

      It’s understandable to want to be cautious, especially after experiencing symptoms. However, there is currently no scientific evidence that reverse osmosis or standard activated carbon water filters expose people to gluten in amounts that would trigger celiac disease. Gluten is a protein, and if any starch-based binder were used in filter manufacturing, ...
    3. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to JoJo0611's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      3

      Yeast extract

      It’s understandable to look for bigger explanations when you’re dealing with complex symptoms, but the current scientific consensus does not support the idea that celiac disease evolved as a defense against Candida. Celiac disease is a well-characterized autoimmune condition triggered specifically by gluten in genetically susceptible individuals (HLA-DQ2...
    4. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to dsfraley's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
      14

      9 y/o Son Diagnosed with Celiac Disease; Persistent Symptoms: Does this Sound Familiar?

      It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into tracking patterns, and that kind of awareness can be helpful. With celiac disease specifically, though, the only confirmed immune trigger is gluten. Reactions to dairy are common after diagnosis because intestinal damage can temporarily reduce lactase, leading to lactose intolerance — but that’s different from ...
    5. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      2

      Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease

      I completely understand wanting to track down every possible source of exposure after a celiac diagnosis, especially when symptoms are distinct and repeatable. That said, there’s currently no credible evidence that bottled water — including filtered water products like Gatorade water — contains gluten from filter materials. Activated carbon filters are t...
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):

  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      133,570
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    Chanty
    Newest Member
    Chanty
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.6k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):

  • Who's Online (See full list)

    • There are no registered users currently online

  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888
      Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease

      By YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888 · Posted

      What non organic or nonorganic molecules from a plastic bottle of water can trigger a reaction that I have only experienced during an auto immune experience? There really should not be any organic molecules in  such a bottle. I seen a thread where it was mentioned that his refrigerator water filter tested positive for gluten when he had it checked. If I went to physician to get checked for other possible triggers from a water bottle, I don’t think that will go anywhere. Again, distilled water containers cause no reactions. I’m not an industry expert, but something is there.  I don’t think that this is a case of microplastics causing this. Too bad we can’t call upon some third party investigation.  
    • Scott Adams
      Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      It’s understandable to want to be cautious, especially after experiencing symptoms. However, there is currently no scientific evidence that reverse osmosis or standard activated carbon water filters expose people to gluten in amounts that would trigger celiac disease. Gluten is a protein, and if any starch-based binder were used in filter manufacturing, it would not pass through RO membranes or remain in finished bottled water at clinically meaningful levels. Plain water — filtered, RO, or bottled — does not contain gluten unless it is intentionally added (which would require labeling). Steam-distilled water is certainly safe, but it is not considered medically necessary for people with celiac disease. If reactions are occurring, it may be helpful to explore other potential explanations with a healthcare provider rather than assuming filter-related gluten exposure.
    • Scott Adams
      Yeast extract

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      It’s understandable to look for bigger explanations when you’re dealing with complex symptoms, but the current scientific consensus does not support the idea that celiac disease evolved as a defense against Candida. Celiac disease is a well-characterized autoimmune condition triggered specifically by gluten in genetically susceptible individuals (HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8). While some laboratory studies have shown that certain Candida proteins (like Hwp1) share limited sequence similarities with gluten or tissue transglutaminase (tTG), that does not mean Candida causes celiac disease or commonly produces false-positive tTG tests in clinical practice. Anti-tTG IgA remains a highly specific and validated marker for celiac when used appropriately (especially alongside total IgA testing and, when indicated, biopsy). IgG antibodies to Saccharomyces cerevisiae (ASCA) are more commonly associated with Crohn’s disease and are not considered diagnostic for celiac. There is ongoing research into microbiome interactions and immune cross-reactivity, but at this time there is no evidence that yeast exposure from foods triggers celiac autoimmunity in people without gluten exposure. If symptoms persist despite a strict gluten-free diet, it’s best to work with a gastroenterologist to rule out other conditions such as IBD, SIBO, non-celiac food intolerances, or refractory celiac disease rather than assuming a fungal-driven mechanism.
    • Scott Adams
      9 y/o Son Diagnosed with Celiac Disease; Persistent Symptoms: Does this Sound Familiar?

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into tracking patterns, and that kind of awareness can be helpful. With celiac disease specifically, though, the only confirmed immune trigger is gluten. Reactions to dairy are common after diagnosis because intestinal damage can temporarily reduce lactase, leading to lactose intolerance — but that’s different from casein sensitivity. IgG food panels, including yeast, are generally considered markers of exposure rather than proof of clinical intolerance. Aged cheeses like Irish cheddar are typically gluten-free, though they do contain casein and natural cultures. If symptoms are strong and repeatable, it may be worth working with a gastroenterologist or allergist to sort out true allergies, intolerances, or other GI conditions rather than assuming multiple cross-reactive immune triggers.
    • Scott Adams
      Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      I completely understand wanting to track down every possible source of exposure after a celiac diagnosis, especially when symptoms are distinct and repeatable. That said, there’s currently no credible evidence that bottled water — including filtered water products like Gatorade water — contains gluten from filter materials. Activated carbon filters are typically bound with food-grade binders, and if any starch were used in manufacturing, it would not remain in the finished water at measurable or biologically active levels. Plain water itself does not contain protein, and gluten is a protein. Major beverage companies also have strict allergen control programs, and gluten would need to be declared if intentionally added. If symptoms are occurring consistently after certain products, it may be worth discussing with a physician to explore other potential triggers, but at this time distilled water is not considered medically necessary for people with celiac disease.
×
×
  • 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.