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Anorexia Nervosa And Celiac Disease
healthygirl commented on citykatmm's blog entry in citykatmm's Blog
Hi, It sounds like you have been through alot and I wish you the best. It seems to me that with your history of anorexia you should look at getting some expert assistance in terms of your diet and ensuring you stay on track. My GI set me up in a meeting with a nutritionist which was very helpful. Perhaps you would find it helpful to do that. As well... -
The Truth Is Out There, But May Never Be Known
healthygirl posted a blog entry in healthygirl's Blog
Well, my doctor is sure it was just a viral thing I had after all and not an allergic reaction so no allergy testing for me. It actually makes more sense it is viral based on all the flu like symptoms and the time it took to come and go. I am back into my regular routine, taught 2 spin classes and a conditioning class and went for a run over the last few... -
A guard donkey? I love it!! It is big, like a mule size, or just a cute little donkey?
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Okay, so I don't have pityriasis rosea and it wasn't a virus fluey thing that interfered with my marathon. Apparently I am experiencing a full body allergic reaction to something....oh fun. I was covered in big blotchy spots as of end of day yesterday and figured it was the pr I was diagnosed with yesterday...this morning woke up at 4, had to pee...
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So my first marathon in a year was this weekend...in short, it was a race gone bad. A few days before I started feeling vaguely fluish, but kept pushing the thought aside. If I don't think it, it can't happen, right? So after a couple of days of sore eyes, sore skin, and drenching night sweats, I stupidly headed out Sunday morning for the 8 am start...
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I am 1 1/2 weeks away from my first gluten free marathon. I really don't think food wise it will be any different than the others I have done. I use Cliff Bloks and Power Gels as food during the run...I had found previously I could tolerate Power Bars as well, but I think they have oat flour...if they don't I'll probably start using those for my next round...
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I'm so jealous of you two!!! I will never be able to convince my husband to move to an acreage...he is a city boy at heart. I grew up on an acreage with our own garden, our own cattle (so I grew up on grass fed beef) and everything was organic...didn't realize how lucky I was at the time. I am contemplating putting some vegetables...
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Okay, so I think I now have an understanding of my results.... I am HLA DQ 1,1 (5,6), which means I am a double DQ1 with subtypes 5 & 6. According to Enterolabs (who I did not test through as I got genotype testing done for free here in Canada) I am positive for genes that predispose to gluten sensitivity and having the double copy DQ1 increases...
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So now I have more questions (you would think I could just let it go at this point!!). I have been digging around for more info on what DQ5 and DQ6 actually mean. It looks like they are a subtype of DQ1, so am I actually DQ1 (subtype 5,6) which would make me a double DQ1? This is so confusing...if anyone knows the answer please post it here for me and...
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I got a call from the GI the other day indicating that I had not tested positive for either gene that would predispose me to Celiac disease...I requested a copy of the results be mailed to me and I am so glad that I did...and they arrived so quickly. Turns out I don't have the HLA DQB1 08 or 02 which are the 2 main celiac genes. However, what the GI...
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Yes, It is surprising the things you have to give up...check the labels on the soup stock you buy as well...you'll be amazed at how many contain wheat. The organic Imagine brand seems to be gluten free and you can also buy bullion cubes that are gluten free. I do like to cook and bake, both. I guess the things I miss are the baked items so that is...
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I am through the withdrawal and am feeling great!! I am experimenting with a few different bread mixes out there. The Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain one is very good if you like the taste of rye bread. I also like the Kinnikinik sunflower flax seed bread. That one is not a yeast bread, it is a little heavier and sweeter than most breads, but is very good...
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I will have to mark the day on my calendar!! That is a great idea and I can celebrate it yearly with a gluten free anniversary cake of some kind! I do have a bread machine, which works well with the Celimix bread mix. I have also used Kinnikinik bread mixes which aren't yeast based, so are pretty easy to make...those I just mix up and bake...
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Hi Krisloner, Check out the link above. It takes you to the related disorders and research forum of this site. There may be additional posts there that you find useful. In this thread, I think you will see that many have struggled as you have with the emotional as well as physical element of gluten intolerance/celiac disease. Ensure that your doctor...
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Hi Krisloner, You may want to check out this thread in another section in this site. It is under the Related Disorders and Research forum. There may be additional threads, but there are also some links to some other sites and references to books etc., that you may want to check out. As you will read from peoples comments in the site, there certainly...
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It will get better!! I have noticed symptoms subsiding and it has been about 10 days. The first week was the worst, getting through the cravings, but now I am good. The D symptoms have cleared up, gassiness is gone (much to my delight!!..sometimes I run in a group and since I am the group leader I am in front. Now I don't have to worry...
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I am through the worst of it...like the first time, the craving lasted about 1 week this time. I came home to fresh baked chocolate chip cookies (my husband makes great cookies) and had no interest in them....yeah!!! So, I have been a good 4 days or so now with no cravings and I am feeling more settled. Just getting back into the swing of what I need...
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I have been looking forward to going gluten free again, but the cravings have hit!! The first time I went gluten free I remember having the cravings...I would wander the house, wondering "what can I eat that will fill me up!!". It took a week or so and then I felt so much better. The second time I went gluten free I didn't notice the cravings....this time...
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I had my meeting today with the gastroenterologist. She was very nice and had all the relevant info from my doctor. Basically, she indicated that since I have been gluten free off and on for the past 8 months (the last 6 weeks have been on gluten, 5 weeks before that gluten free, 2 months before that on and then about 5 months gluten free before that)...
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List Of Symptoms That I've Noticed Have Disappeared.
healthygirl commented on healthygirl's blog entry in healthygirl's Blog
Ooh, I'm behind on keeping up with these comments. Not sure mine is DH either....I used to have "psoriasis" or "eczema" as a kid (never formally diagnosed, that is just what my parents called it) and got the cortisone creme for it, which always seemed to help. Horribly itchy, but not blistered. I just have very dry skin that tends... -
Thanks, yes that is the story is that I am waiting to get tested and would like for the results to be accurate...if gluten free when tested, results could be skewed. There are those who choose not to go the formal testing route, but I am one of those who wants to know conclusively, partly for me and partly to convince others in my family to get tested (they...
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I am so glad I am keeping a food log. I have read of other people having this happen....it seemed like when I first reintroduced gluten I had symptoms that were more severe (stomach pains, bloating, burping, etc.), but it almost seems like after a couple of weeks, the symptoms are easing off and I am still on gluten. Here is the trick though. I have...
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Things are moving more quickly than I thought they might. I just started glutening myself two days ago, and I got a call this morning on an appointment with the GI specialist. It is in 3 1/2 weeks and is a "consultation" so I am assuming will just be a review of my medical history, symptoms and previous testing to decide what to do next. However, I am...
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So I decided to take the plunge and go back on gluten while waiting for the GI appointment. I was going out of town this weekend and figured this was a good time to fall off the wagon. Yesterday, breakfast glutens included a piece of toast, lunch glutens included fried sweet potatoes that had been dredged in flour and a little slice of carrot cake. This...
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How To Get Better?
healthygirl commented on newby to celiac?'s blog entry in newby to celiac?'s Blog
Based on what I am reading in the discussion boards, when people start to feel better is uniqe to each person and may depend on how much damage has occured. I think everyone will tell you to persist with the diet. Also, cross contamination can be an issue if you have regular eaters in your household or if you eat out much. There is also hidden gluten in...