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October 31st, 2008 | caitlin | Categories: Uncategorized
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October is has been Celiac Awareness Month in Canada.You heard it people, we have our own month. Yup not just a day…a whole month. Take that Columbus.
As an ode to the month dedicated to letting others know that their lives are better than ours, simply because they can eat cake – I decide to compile a list of the things that I have become aware of. This is my version of Celiac Awareness. It might be a little off the mark from the months intentions; but that’s nothing new for me!
The Awareness List.
1. Boobs + a pony tail + nausea = pregnancy. WRONG. Boobs + a pony tail + nausea = Celiac Disease.
2. The average duration of symptoms for celiac patients before they are correctly diagnosed is 9 years.
3. Rice cakes are a gift from God, sent directly to ME!
4. Approximately 50% of adult patients present with atypical symptoms.
5. If you’re a Celiac, by proxy so are the poor people you live with. Remember that they go through this simply by choosing to live in close proximity to you – be nice to them!
6. Eating GF bread is like spreading PB&J on a sponge and calling it gourmet. That stuff will soak up every condiment in your fridge and still manage to be dryer than the Sahara.
7. Restaurants will lie, deny, deceive and ignore you when they poison you. Yet no matter what the situation, they will always smile when they take your money.
8. Complications that may arise from Celiac disease can include, but are not limited to autoimmune diseases such as thyroid disease, Sjögren’s syndrome, and liver diseases
9. You will no longer use the words ‘convenient’ or ‘drive thru’ in a sentence ever again. And if you do, you’re not going to be able to have what you want, the 12 year old serving you will judge your ‘no bun’ request and people will assume that you are some fad diet.
10. Since gluten can damage the villi, it is common for Celiac’s to have problems with food intolerance, especially lactose intolerance. (ya I’m getting there people. First it was a troubled latte and now Boyfriend and I are taste testing soy milk. PRAY FOR ME PEOPLE)
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Margo
November 3rd, 2008 at 12:22 pm
Hi Caitlin, I’m a friend of Connor who hopped here from his twitter/pimp. I’m gluten intolerant so I feel some of your pain!!
Are you okay with corn products? I have a corn flour bread that I buy at Superstore that is quite yummy. I also use a potato based milk for my cereal instead of soy, but use Silk creamer for my coffee.
caitlin
November 3rd, 2008 at 6:48 pm
Hi Margo.
oh do tell..what is the name of this bread you speak of? I’m revolted by most GF bread so I’m always looking for new ones to try.
-Caitlin
Lynds
November 4th, 2008 at 2:51 pm
Cait,
I just spent muchos time reading your blog. LOVE IT. I have questions: Why can’t you have turducken at Christmas? I’m new to this Celiac thing, does turducken include gluten?! Also, Randy is so kind to bring you a can of gluten, brother’s know best.
Also also, you’re so domestic now with the baking and different crust recipes! I’m trying the almond one.
I’m happy to keep up with you this way =)
Lynds
caitlin
November 4th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
Lynds!!!!
Turducken is gluten filled. The three different types of stuffing are loaded with things like bread, sausage, soy sauce etc. Mom might try to make it gluten free with GF bread and omission of some ingredients. The other issue being that the stuffing touches all the meats, so cross contamination is an issue! Living Celiac, is just one big issue!
Got to love RJ! I was actually kind of touched by his gesture. I took it to mean that he cares enough to pay attention.
Stay tuned – lots of posts to come. And there will definitely be Turducken posts and more holiday fun.
Let me know how the almond crust goes. I love it and use it for everything.
Shawn
November 4th, 2008 at 6:27 pm
Very nice website! A little too heavy on the pink, but not bad!
I’m very interested in Celiac disease – I’ve had an on-going stomach problem that several “experts” haven’t been able to figure out for the last 10 years. I personally suspect it may be related to a minor Celiac-related ailment so I’m very interested in all of your fascinating information.
Incidentally, my wife (who is a cake master) has a few recipes for Gluten-free cakes she has made for a few Gluten-conscious clients. I can’t vouch for their taste, but as far as I know they were at least digestible.
Keep up the excellent work!
Margo
November 12th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Will wonders ever cease? The bread I like is just Glutino brand corn flour bread… have you tried that one? I actually find most Glutino products to be very palatable and quite near real food, although maybe not incredibly good for you otherwise.