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THE GLUTEN-FREE BLUES

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February 27, 2017

In 2008 began my long battle against the Gluten-Free Blues!



I didn’t know what was going on with my body. Constant headaches, constipation,
and stomach pain, I thought that something was very seriously wrong with me.  I
would sit and think the worse over and over in my head, like is it cancer, or
stomach ulcers?  You know how sometimes us moms can be a little dramatic.  I
would spend hours googling, and looking at information online to diagnose
myself, which is a definite no-no.  It got so bad that it seemed like my hubby,
close family, and some friends didn’t believe me.  It seemed they believed that
maybe it really was not that bad, and just maybe it is all in my head. 

But after months of ER visits, doctors appointments, and specialist
appointments. NOTHING was changing at all.  I had begun a stock pile of
prescription medications for acid reflux, fiber, and laxatives.  But then the
light at the end of the tunnel began to shine.  I was finally diagnosed with
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).  Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common
disorder that affects the large intestine (colon). Irritable bowel syndrome
commonly causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and
constipation. IBS is a chronic condition that you will need to manage long term.
 Even with this diagnosis I still had reoccurring symptoms, so I started to do
more research, and came across lots of post discussing the correlation between
Gluten, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  

Without much thought I made the decision: no more pain or ER, or doctor visits I
needed to find the remedy, I would start with my diet. Gluten-Free it will be!

See I got to a point where I was fed up, honestly this is the one thing that
keeps me from ever touching Gluten.  The other factor is I was tired of feeling
the same even after medications.  My transition to Gluten-Free was easy, and
according to my research I could have had a Gluten Intolerance (Wheat Allergy)
or Celiac Disease.  If you have a Gluten intolerance or Wheat allergy, the Mayo
Clinic explains that your exposure to a wheat protein primes your immune system
for an allergic reaction. You can develop an allergy to any of the four classes
of wheat proteins — albumin, globulin, gliadin and gluten.


SOURCES OF WHEAT PROTEINS

Some sources of wheat proteins are obvious, such as bread. But with all wheat
proteins – gluten in particular – can be found in many prepared foods and even
in some cosmetics, bath products and play dough. Foods that may include wheat
proteins, include:

 * Breads and bread crumbs
 * Cakes and muffins
 * Cookies
 * Breakfast cereals
 * Pasta
 * Couscous
 * Farina
 * Semolina
 * Spelt
 * Crackers
 * Beer
 * Hydrolyzed vegetable protein
 * Soy sauce
 * Some condiments, such as ketchup
 * Meat products, such as hot dogs or cold cuts
 * Dairy products, such as ice cream
 * Natural flavorings
 * Gelatinized starch
 * Modified food starch
 * Vegetable gum
 * Licorice
 * Jelly beans
 * Hard candies

 After looking at the list of this items that were available in my kitchen, I
started to replace with the Gluten-Free version.  Even down to my make-up, I was
serious about kicking the gluten out of my life for good.  

Healing my Gut

So the process of healing my gut started as I steered clear of Wheat products.
 I began introducing Gluten-Free products that I would find in stores.  Some
where good, some were bad, but I started to build up a go to for dinner options,
and products.  I also began learning how to bake Gluten-Free which is pretty
difficult, and is a post all of it’s own.  Gluten is what holds baked goods
together, so I’ve learned that adding xanthum gum to my recipes to act as a
gluten agent.  I also learned that not necessarily all Gluten-Free all purpose
flours would work for every recipe.

As I made these changes my symptoms began to dissipate.  No more pain,
constipation, or headache.  I vowed to never eat gluten again! Today marks 4
years of no gluten, and I’ve never felt better!  The benefits stretched past
just the physical symptoms that I experienced to loosing my baby bump (from
always being constipated), my face acne cleared up too.

The Best of the Best Gluten-Free food in Genesee County


These are a few of my favorite spots to hit up when I’m hanging around town.
Most restaurants now have a Gluten-Free menu that you check out.

Best Pizza: It’s a tie between Hungry Howie’s and Jet’s Pizza

Best Wrap: Pesto’s

Best Sub: Mancino’s

Best Chinese/Japanese Take Out: The Lotus Room and Sagano (be sure to call
ahead)

Best Burger: Freakin Unbelievable Burger or Culver’s

 I think I will need to continue this post with some recipes and baked good
items too!  In conclusion it’s important to note that I have an intolerance,
where many actually have Celiac Disease where they have more severe symptoms if
exposed to gluten.  It is also important to note that the Gluten-Free diet
should not be used just to lose weight it should be a consistent lifestyle.

Do you practice a Gluten-Free diet? Share your story with us & your favorite
Gluten Free spots around town!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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