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Scott Adams's post in Does Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism elevate Ttg levels ? I have had 3 blood test results where ttg levels are around 39-43 (range 0-19). The first test was in 2021 before I was diagnosed with autoimmune thyroid disease. I had an endos was marked as the answer
Autoimmune thyroid disease, like Hashimoto's, can sometimes be associated with mildly elevated TTG levels, but it’s not the primary cause of a high TTG reading. Since celiac disease and autoimmune thyroid conditions frequently coexist, ... -
Scott Adams's post in Celiac and Styes was marked as the answer
I've not heard of a connection between gluten and styes, but it's possible. For years I had blepharitis as a symptom whenever I got gluten contamination.
This article might be helpful:
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Scott Adams's post in gluten-free PASTA was marked as the answer
The pasta should be gluten-free, and is made in a gluten-free facility, but this article may be helpful:
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Scott Adams's post in Question about RW Knudsen cider and spice drink was marked as the answer
I see the info below in their FAQ, but nothing that would worry me about their apple cider. I don't see how gluten could end up in a juice processing plant, but if you are concerned you could contact them directly for more info. If wheat... -
Scott Adams's post in Gluten free spices in Canada was marked as the answer
That is assuming there is cross-contamination, but you might find these articles interesting:
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Scott Adams's post in unreal blood test results, at least to me was marked as the answer
Thank you for sharing that article. There is indeed a connection between celiac disease and kidney disease, and there is an entire category of research summaries on Celiac.com dedicated to it:
https://www.celiac.com/celiac-disease... -
Scott Adams's post in Gluten free foods made on shared equipment was marked as the answer
For you it sounds like this will be the case, but no two celiac diets are alike, and there is no "one size fits all" in this case. Another examples is how some celiacs choose to eat out at restaurants, while others never will.
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Scott Adams's post in Is Lever 2000 Aloe and cucumber Bar Soap Gluten Free? was marked as the answer
I found that it contains the following ingredients:
Based on the ingredients list provided, this soap does not appear to contain any obvious gluten ingredients. The components such as Sodium Tallowate, Sodium Cocoate, and other... -
Scott Adams's post in New and Frustrated was marked as the answer
How much gluten were you eating on a daily basis before your blood and biopsy tests for celiac disease were done? It's recommended to eat lots of gluten, at least two slices of wheat bread per day for 6-8 weeks before getting tested,... -
Scott Adams's post in Holland & Barrett Supplements was marked as the answer
They should be naturally gluten-free, and likely safe for you, but if you have concerns you could switch to a brand that specifically says "gluten-free" on its label, either before or after you finish the bottle you have.
A recent... -
Scott Adams's post in Testing for small intistine cancer was marked as the answer
If you have been diagnosed already with celiac disease, then you would not need to eat gluten again, especially if you are trying to get screened for cancer. Cancer screening would not include a gluten challenge, only testing for celiac... -
Scott Adams's post in Are Dippin' Dots gluten free? was marked as the answer
It looks like they are naturally gluten-free, but not labeled gluten-free, according to the ingredients on their site:
https://www.dippindots.com/banana-split-bulk-bag/#nutrition
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Scott Adams's post in How long can symptoms last was marked as the answer
It sounds like you’re going through a tough time with these lingering symptoms, but it's good to hear you’re starting to feel better. Digestive issues like gas and abdominal pain can sometimes persist even after cutting out gluten, es... -
Scott Adams's post in Please help me read the genetic test was marked as the answer
Thank you for sharing your results! Based on what you’ve posted, it looks like you have some of the genetic markers that are associated with celiac disease, but the presence of these markers alone doesn’t confirm that you have the dis... -
Scott Adams's post in Confusing symptoms was marked as the answer
Many people with celiac disease are asymptomatic, but unfortunately if they keep eating gluten they still run the same health risks as those who have symptoms.
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Scott Adams's post in Can damage done be repaired by gluten-free diet? was marked as the answer
If you have celiac disease and go 100% gluten-free most damage can heal relatively quickly.
According to this study:
This study indicates that a majority of celiacs don't recover until 5 years after ... -
Scott Adams's post in New diagnosis? was marked as the answer
A positive test is still positive, and I personally don't believe in such a thing as a "weak positive," as this designation is relatively new, and began around 10 years ago.
If you'd like to share your actual blood test results... -
Scott Adams's post in Inconclusive Newbie Test Data? was marked as the answer
That is correct--if you have celiac disease it takes longer for the antibodies to show up in your blood than it does for the damage villi damage to appear.
This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and... -
Scott Adams's post in What are white beans? was marked as the answer
The most common white bean I know of is called a navy bean.
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Scott Adams's post in Daughters blood Test and nursing questions was marked as the answer
There is currently no evidence suggesting that gluten passes through breast milk in amounts that could trigger celiac disease in a breastfeeding infant. The primary concern for a breastfeeding mother would be her own health and diet,... -
Scott Adams's post in Always hungry since gluten-free? was marked as the answer
Have you considered increasing the fat content of your meals?
Increasing the fat content in meals can help individuals with celiac disease feel less hungry by providing longer-lasting satiety, since fats digest more slowly than ... -
Scott Adams's post in Iga deficiency and testing advice was marked as the answer
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.