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  1. Scott Adams
    How much gluten were you eating daily before the tests were taken? It should have been at least two slices of wheat bread worth of gluten for 6-8 weeks beforehand. If you were eating less, then the results might be lower than they otherwise would have been, had you been doing a proper gluten challenge.
  2. Scott Adams
    For what it's worth, I had clogged sinuses for most of the first 25 years of my life, until I got diagnosed with celiac disease and went gluten-free. Most of my pollen allergy issues went away after going gluten-free. My theory is that my immune system was on ultra-high alert while eating gluten, and normalized after going gluten-free.
  3. Scott Adams
    I am sorry to hear about the issues with your husband, and it's too bad he isn't more supportive. Given how you felt in this situation, you may want to decline participating in his pizza tour of the East Coast, unless he plans to make it a gluten-free pizza tour, and it doesn't sound like this will be the case. Since you still have issues being around pizza...
  4. Scott Adams
    It looks like they are naturally gluten-free, but not labelled gluten-free: https://www.weightwatchers.com/us/ww-supermarket/products/frozen-novelties/giant-chocolate-fudge-ice-cream-bars
  5. Scott Adams
    I'm sorry to hear about the new diet changes. Do you take choline as a dietary supplement? You may want to consider it as it helped me a lot with some digestive issues that I still had, even after going gluten-free.
  6. Scott Adams
    More information about "Celiac Disease and Noninvasive Diagnosis: Insights from Digestive Disease Week 2024"
    Celiac.com 06/22/2024 - Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder where gluten ingestion damages the small intestine. Traditionally, diagnosis involves blood tests for specific antibodies and a confirmatory biopsy, an invasive procedure...
  7. Scott Adams
    I'm not sure if you read my replies either--not all genetic markers for celiac disease have been discovered, and more have been found only very recently. As far as I know there is currently no way to rule out celiac disease 100% via genetic testing alone.
  8. Scott Adams
    If you have DH you will likely also want to avoid iodine, which is common in seafoods and dairy products, as it can exacerbate symptoms in some people. This article may also be helpful:
  9. Scott Adams
    If you are getting an endoscopy for celiac disease be sure to keep eating gluten, lots of it daily, for at least 2 weeks before the procedure. Approximately 10x more people have non-celiac gluten sensitivity than have celiac disease, but there isn’t yet a test for NCGS. If your symptoms go away on a gluten-free diet it would likely signal NCGS.
  10. Scott Adams
    Yes, for people with celiac disease who are also intolerant to oat avenin, eating gluten-free oats could potentially trigger higher antibody results for a deamidated gliadin peptide (DPG-IgG) test. In those who are sensitive to avenin, consuming oats can lead to an immune response similar to the response triggered by gluten. This immune response can result...
  11. Scott Adams
    I agree that the lab seems to have made some errors, and am writing up some questions for them and will post their reply. I don't believe that the errors mentioned would negate their findings, but they do deserve clarification.
  12. Scott Adams
    This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive results means in terms of the probability that you might have celiac disease. One test that always needs to be done is the IgA Levels/Deficiency Test (often called "Total IGA") because some people are naturally IGA deficient, and if this is the case, then certain blood tests...
  13. Scott Adams
    The articles below offer info on how to get more fiber into your gluten-free diet:
  14. Scott Adams
    Here is more info about how to do a gluten challenge for a celiac disease blood panel, or for an endoscopy: and this recent study recommends 4-6 slices of wheat bread per day:
  15. Scott Adams
    I can't recommend a specific brand, but be sure it says "gluten-free" on the bottle.
  16. Scott Adams
    Oats naturally contain a protein called avenin, which is similar to the gluten proteins found in wheat, barley, and rye. While avenin is generally considered safe for most people with celiac disease, some individuals, around 5-10% of celiacs, may also have sensitivity to avenin, leading to symptoms similar to gluten exposure. You may fall into this...
  17. Scott Adams
    More information about "Gluten-Free Greek Salad (Horiatiki Salad)"
    Celiac.com 06/21/2024 - The Greek Salad, also known as Horiatiki Salad, is a timeless classic that embodies the fresh and vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Originating in Greece, this salad has a rich history dating back centuries...
  18. Scott Adams
    Oats are often cross-contaminated, so it's possible you got some gluten at that point. Many people on this forum have reported that it has taken a year or even longer for their anti-body levels to normalize. Did they do a tTG-IgA (tissue transglutaminase IgA) test? This is the most accurate for celiac disease. This article might be helpful. It...
  19. Scott Adams
    They probably meant that, but I cut and pasted their response. It is likely that they made an error and it was the AgraQuant. Here is Trader Joe's reply to our inquiry about the Moms Across America study: I replied to inform Nakia that there is no lot number included in the study, and she replied back with:
  20. Scott Adams
    Here is Trader Joe's reply to our inquiry about the Moms Across America study: I replied to inform Nakia that there is no lot number included in the study, and she replied back with:
  21. Scott Adams
    Hello @ArthurS, I just want to mention that the comments in this thread have covered glyphosate, which is not banned in the EU, but is banned in a couple of countries within the EU and there are some other areas within the EU that also ban its use. I also want to mention that the amounts of gluten detected in these products, with the exception of the...
  22. Scott Adams
    I will try to reach out to Health Research Institute Labs for a comment. While false positive results can occur with the Romer Labs AgraStrip Gluten G12 test, they are generally not very common if proper testing protocols are followed. The test is considered reliable and is extensively used in the food industry to ensure products meet gluten-free standards...
  23. Scott Adams
    This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive results means in terms of the probability that you might have celiac disease. If you doctor said you likely have celiac disease, and you've already done a blood panel and endoscopy, it might make sense for you to start a gluten-free diet to see if you symptoms go away. You...
  24. Scott Adams
    Can you include the positive value for this test: 221 Antigliadin IgG. It can take months or longer for the value to normalize after being 100% gluten-free, but for many people gluten can still seep into their diets. Do you eat outside your home, for example in restaurants? This can be a source of contamination.
  25. Scott Adams
    Anyone who has eaten pickles, kimchee, and other fermented foods has had probiotics, but I think you are referring to a supplemental version, which I've also used. Probiotics are beneficial for gut health as they help maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria, improve digestion, boost the immune system, and reduce symptoms of gastrointestinal issues like...
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