Gluten Free Friends Needed!!
morgynsmama
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Im a single mom of two. I started gluten free around the end of July and Wow what a difference it made for me! I wish I would have tried it earlier in life!
I finally have energy! I can think clearly, my tummy isnt bloated feeling. I love it!
I also have hypothyroidism.
I would love to have some friends on my list that can help me on this new chapter of my life. Im not looking to lose much more weight.
I finally have energy! I can think clearly, my tummy isnt bloated feeling. I love it!
I also have hypothyroidism.
I would love to have some friends on my list that can help me on this new chapter of my life. Im not looking to lose much more weight.
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Hi morgynsmama. I am pretty new to this GF lifestyle as well, and still have much to learn. Since I started I find I feel much better, but still have a long way to go.
I also have hypothyroidism, which my Dr. tells me can make it even more of an "uphill climb" to lose weight, but I am not giving up that easy.
Feel free to add me if you like and maybe we can help each other on this journey.0 -
You guys can add me as well..... I have been GF since April.0
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You can add me!0
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Me too! I've been gluten free since January of this year.0
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Hi,
I've been gluten free since Halloween 2002, feel free to add me if you like, It can be....interesting?.... going gluten free, I know there are things out there that have NO business being called food!!!
Look forward to hearing from you all.
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I have been gluten free for two years now, after a LIFETIME of bowel problems. I was always told it was "irritable bowel' and was common with people with mood disorders and there was nothing that could be done! When a niece and nephew were both diagnosed with celiac disease, I realized that I probably had it too! I had immediate relief of the symptoms- the urgent runs to the bathroom, cramping, etc. I am afraid that permanent damage was done from nutritional deficiencies- arthritis, two huge hernias. But life is much better now gluten free! I did notice an increase in energy. But after fifty years, my mind has not caught up with my body- I often catch myself thinking something would take too much effort to do. It is getting better as I don't have to marshal my energy just to make it through the day. I am getting much more accomplished around my house and yard! Feels great!0
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You can add me. My son had a biopsy in Jan 2009 and confirmed Celiac. I had the blood work and it was negative, but I was positive for the gene. I went GF with him and feel so much better. Please add me also.0
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I have been gluten free for two years now, after a LIFETIME of bowel problems. I was always told it was "irritable bowel' and was common with people with mood disorders and there was nothing that could be done! When a niece and nephew were both diagnosed with celiac disease, I realized that I probably had it too! I had immediate relief of the symptoms- the urgent runs to the bathroom, cramping, etc. I am afraid that permanent damage was done from nutritional deficiencies- arthritis, two huge hernias. But life is much better now gluten free! I did notice an increase in energy. But after fifty years, my mind has not caught up with my body- I often catch myself thinking something would take too much effort to do. It is getting better as I don't have to marshal my energy just to make it through the day. I am getting much more accomplished around my house and yard! Feels great!
I have had a lifetime of bowel issues, too. I have a mood disorder and asthma. All are clearing up since I went gluten-free in April. My mom was told when I was a child that I had a wheat allergy, but all I can remember doing about it was not eating wheat cereals. In April, I read an article in AARP and realized that what might be causing my problems was my wheat allergy. Not perfect yet, but feel like I'm making progress.
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I've had depression and anxiety issues all my life, as well as stomach and bowel issues. Of course docs always said it was from the anxiety. Also ever since I was young I would pick up every cold and flu out there and the colds would always turn into a bronchial or sinus infection. Found out my dad and first cousin have celiac disease so I thought I'd try going off gluten. Since I went gluten free last year, I rarely get a cold and if I do it's gone in a few days. My mood has improved so much it's absolutely amazing. No anti-depressant is going to do what going gluten-free has done. My stomach is abit better though I'm still finding there are a lot of different foods that bother it.
To anyone here, feel free to add me. We can share recipes and other gluten-free eating tips, as well as encourage each other in our weight loss!0 -
Gluten Free since last December!! Add me to see my diary- I find it very helpful to peek at what other people are eating for their meals!0
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add me too!!!0
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add me too!!
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feel free to add me - got re-diagnosed as a coeliac twenty years ago so use to being gluten free.0
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Hi.. I'm a 28 year old male and have been living a healthy lifestyle since I was 16. That all changed in October of 2011 I had a 10 month health battle that ended almost 2 months ago. I woke up one day and just didn't feel right. Little did I know of what was to come. I ended up in the emergency room twice, blood pressure was all of a sudden 190/90, intestinal issues, months of brain fog and concentration problems, severe chronic fatigue, extreme depression, vision problems and more (the story is a hell of a lot longer than that). Doctor's didn't know what was wrong with me. They wanted to put me on anti depressants. Doctor's are the worst. No matter what you tell them, the answer is always ANXIETY. I was put on blood pressure meds (that never got my blood pressure in check) and they even put me on synthroid telling me I was suffering from hypothyroidism. They were all wrong and just caused me more agony by putting me on all these meds.
After suffering for months, and even thinking I was going to lose my job, I decided to finally cut out all gluten. Within 3 days I was feeling 60% better. And after a month was almost 100%. I am feeling better then ever today. It's also made me realize that I've probably had an intolerance since I was a kid. I thought it was normal to eat and have discomfort from a young age. Who would've thought!0 -
Add me if you like, I am in the UK, diagnosed coeliac in January this year after years of bowel problems. I was seeing a dietician for Crohn's disease and she did some elimination diets with me and I had a dramatic improvement when I eliminated gluten, like all my symptoms went away. So she suggested a coeliac blood test. First time nothing showed, but then my blood panel showed that I didn't have any IgA at all so they ordered the TTG test and there it was. I was then put back on gluten for the biopsy but became extremely ill, ended up in hospital and they had to stop it. 7 months on a gluten free diet and I have only rare flare-ups of Crohns and I have few of the symptoms that used to plague me for years (headaches, depression, weight gain, anxiety, problems with my balance and co-ordination).0
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You can add me. I've been gf since Jan of this year. It's still hard not to back track on some Otis, but I do, and I pay. But please, any of you can add me. It's nice to have gf friends who know what it is like to live this lifestyle.0
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Hi all! GF for 4 years here. I actually rarely think about it but i do miss the convenience of food and not having to be wary of things. Feel free to add me. It does get easier and its a lot better than it used to be. : )0
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Well... I haven't got any friends on here ATM, and I figure adding people like me is a good start. I learnt early this year I have a serious gluten intolerance (Coeliac) that leads to me be very, VERY violently ill upon consumption. So I cut that crap outta my life, been loving it ever since.
Please, anyone, add me if you feel like it - and I look forward to chatting with you and sharing recipes with you in future. 0 -
You can add me!!! I just got diagnosed with celiacs about a month ago. Would love to see everyones food
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I'm a double hitter here GF & dairy free too. It is doable & can even.be enjoyable. Feel free to add me but maybe include a short message like GF so I know where ya came from.
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I've had depression and anxiety issues all my life, as well as stomach and bowel issues. Of course docs always said it was from the anxiety. Also ever since I was young I would pick up every cold and flu out there and the colds would always turn into a bronchial or sinus infection. Found out my dad and first cousin have celiac disease so I thought I'd try going off gluten. Since I went gluten free last year, I rarely get a cold and if I do it's gone in a few days. My mood has improved so much it's absolutely amazing. No anti-depressant is going to do what going gluten-free has done. My stomach is abit better though I'm still finding there are a lot of different foods that bother it.
To anyone here, feel free to add me. We can share recipes and other gluten-free eating tips, as well as encourage each other in our weight loss!
That is my story. I was alway sick with every bug for 50% of the year. I kept a calander to show the doctor I wasn't being dramatic about the time I took of work. Now that I have been gluten free for at least 5 years, I maybe get one bug a year, and it doesnt turn into a secondary infection, like it always used to. It had gotten so bad that the receptionist at my doctors told me that he had a standing order to get me in anytime I called because I usualy left things too late. Now I hardly see him, being gluten free and healthy.0 -
I have been gluten free for several years. Took myself off gluten just to see if it would make a difference and it did. A big difference. Always trust your body and your intuition. You don't need tests you just need to stop eating gluten for about 24 hours to know. Finally talked my daughter into stopping gluten and her "symptoms" cleared up .... now she is working on her 15 year old son getting him off gluten and it is helping his concentration for school. Wheat has been so modified that it contains 90% more gluten than just 50 years ago ... also makes me an advocate for non-gmo foods and buying organic veggies. Do your own research. There is a ton of information out there that will help. Best of luck. you will do fine. There are lots of people here to support you. But most of all, have fun with it. Its not so hard. Just eat real food and stay away from grains that have gluten in them.0
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Anyone is welcome to add me - always looking for new gfree friends as well as weight loss partners - this sight has been great for both! I have been gfree for several years now and feel like an old pro. Steer clear of marinades, sauces, and seasonings as well until you have read and are comfortable with the labels!!! Gluten is hidden EVERYWHERE! I'm just now going to eat at a friend's house (this will make maybe my 4th friend's house) for dinner - it's a chore to teach others, but if they want to invite me for dinner, they'll do anything I need! :0)0
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I'm new to the GF too. 2 weeks and counting. It has opened my eyes to what has been going on with me. I am still learning the in's and out's. Reading the replies with what people have gone through makes me feel better, because I'm thinking, other people have some of the exact symptoms as myself, I'm not crazy! Just knowing I am not alone in this lifestyle change. I know someone that is doing GF, and when I started asking questions, she looked at me like I was nuts. I just assumed she was going through the same health issues as myself. Boy did I feel dumb! But I had soo many questions and to find a person who is doing GF less then an hour after being diagnosed, I all but pinned her up to a wall for answers! LOL> I would have never guessed some people just don't want all that wheat in everything, and it is a great change even for people who don't have a gluten intolerance. My life is changing and I'm getting better everyday!0
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Add me too. I have been GF since 2002 diagnosed a Celiac.0
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Feel free to add me. Iv'e been GF since May. All my symptoms have cleared up, my foggy brain, sinus pains aching joints, constant tiredness and a swollen belly after eating that used to make me look six months pregnant. I feel so much better.0
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Anyone can add me too! I've been GF since Oct 2009, and I feel sooooo much better. I still get headaches though, but that's surprisingly unrelated now (jaw issues).
Always told my tummy problems were anxiety too. Funny how that works! I DO have anxiety issues, but they are so much more heightened when I'm getting gluten.
My head is clearer, but I'm sometimes worried I did permanent damage to my brain as I have severe problems with memory and concentration
. Sometimes forming a clear thought and expressing it is VERY difficult. My mom has this issue as well, and I really wish she'd go GF as well, but she had a stroke a few years ago (at a young age) and can't quite get it.
My symptoms that made me go GF were:
migraines
head fogginess
chronic pain/inflammation
suspected fibromyalgia/arthritis (still have issues with this)
allergy eyes (deep dark circles under eyes)
trouble concentrating
constant nausea
chronic constipation
severe fatigue (I would literally fall asleep standing up! I was beginning to worry about narcolepsy!)
constant bloat
Starting to suspect a corn intolerance as well, but I haven't worked up the courage to battle that demon yet
. I have discovered that I am allergic to oats and buckwheat as well.
My oldest is also anaphylactic to dairy, and so most of my meals are inherently dairy free as well. He's GF with me, and has Autism. Going GF was one of the best things I've ever done for him!0 -
I need more friends as well, especially of the gluten free type. Found out I was allergic to gluten in June. Also found out I have Hashimoto's about 2 weeks ago. It's looking like I'm going to have to cut out the dairy as well because of reactions. I've really been having a hard time with it all so any support would be great!0
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Hi everyone!
It was really interesting reading all of your GF stories! Anyone can add me, I was diagnosed with Celiac's when I was very young, so I've been GF for as long as I can remember. I can understand how frustrating and difficult it can be though as I often struggle with going out to eat because I always end up very sick for the next 3 days after.
I am always completely gluten free (to my knowledge) and I know about an hour later if I have had wheat or not (nausea, headache, fatigue,etc.) So if anyone has any questions, I'd be more than happy to answer! And please feel free to add me, I'd love to include some gluten free friends to my list. I sometimes find it hard to relate to those who aren't gluten free because they don't know the "struggle", so to say. I've even had people say to me that it should be EASY for me to lose weight because I'm cutting out an entire food group....not so much!
Anyway, I hope you're all having a lovely, wonderful, gluten-free day and I can't wait to "meet" all of you!
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I actually just made the decision to try to go gluten free. I have had digestive issues for quite a while now, and am questioning whether they may be due to a gluten sensitivity... Because I have heard from so many other people what a difference they have noticed, I am going to try it for a while to see if it helps. As I am very new to this, I would also love to have some GF friends for meal inspiration, etc. Feel free to add me!0
