Have I always been gluten sensitive?

This is a question that I asked when I was first diagnosed with gluten sensitivity. Of course, we all could look back and see different ailments we had through the years and wonder if it was related to the gluten. There are many different reasons why some people become gluten sensitive. I would like to look at a few of them in this post.
Of course at the top of the list would be Celiac disease. According to the Mayo Clinic those with Celiac disease experience an immune response to the protein found in wheat, barley, oats, and rye which in turn makes them feel very ill, causing all sorts of symptoms. This may or may not be inherited.
Poor diet could be a factor as well. Eating a lot of highly proccessed foods or fast food can load your body full of unhealthy toxins. Chemicals are in these foods. God intended for us to eat fruits vegetables and whole grains and fresh meats. Real food, not food products!
Another reason for gluten sensitivity is abnormal gut flora. Our digestive system is naturally inhabited with lots of good bacteria that aid in digestion of our foods as well as controlling candida and preventing parasites. When that delicate balance is upset by antibiotics or medications, or even emotional stress and poor diet, it makes our bodies subject for all kinds of digestive problems including gluten and lactose intolerance. Read more hear...
Another cause of digestive problems in general, including gluten sensitivity, is a spinal problem. Those of you who have gluten sensitivity like I do need to stop and think about what other problems may be present. Do you have scoliosis as well? Have you ever injured your back? Had back or neck surgery in the past? Even if you do not experience pain in your back or neck, if it has been previously injured or you have a hereditary spinal issue like scoliosis, it could be the cause of your symptoms. Each part of your spine affects different organs in your body. Your digestive system is not excluded! I know this sounds like a long shot, but I am finding this to be true myself personally! Check out these interesting facts.
There could be many different reasons why your body is not functioning right. We are all unique. But there is one thing we all have in common: God designed our bodies to be healthy! Like it says in Proverbs 3:5-8 King James Version (KJV)
"5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil.
8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones."
A positive attitude goes a long way as well! Proverbs 16:24 - "Pleasant words [are as] an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones."
TO SUM IT ALL UP-1 Corinthians 10:31 - "Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
Have a healthy, happy, gluten free day!
~EM KENNEDY~
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More stores selling gluten free products

Hey, I know it has been a while since I posted anything. Mommies have the right to be busy! As far as gluten free goes, there has been such a wonderful increase in products to the point you no longer have to say I wish I could have lasagna, or english muffins, etc. Just make a trip to your neighborhood Kroger, Sprouts, Walmart, or even Food Lion and Farm Fresh. If you have trouble finding what you are looking for, simply ask someone. Most stores are sporting a new gluten free section! I love it! Especially Glutino wafers, yummmm:)
Have a blessed gluten free day!
EM

IS GLUTEN FREE BECOMING MORE POPULAR

WHEN I FIRST WENT GLUTEN FREE IT SEEMED LIKE THERE WAS HARDLY ANY GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS OUT THERE FOR EASY MEALS. NOW AT OUR LOCAL KROGER THERE IS A FREEZER ISLE DEDICATED TO GLUTEN FREE! CORN DOGS, PIZZA, ROLLS, AND ENGLISH MUFFINS TO NAME A FEW, ALL WEARING THE GLUTEN FREE NAME. WALMART HAS GLUTEN FREE ITEMS FOR SALE AND EVEN FOOD LION HAS BEGUN TO LEAN TOWARD THIS SENSITIVE SUBJECT BY CARRYING SOME GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS. IS IT BECOMING MORE POPULAR OR IS THE AWARENESS OF THIS PROBLEM OF GLUTEN SENSITIVITY FINALLY SPREADING? WE ALL WAIT FOR THE NEXT BIG THING IN GLUTEN FREE, LOWER OF PRICES!!!

GLUTEN FREE AND GLAD

IT REALLY IS GOOD TO BE GLUTEN FREE! SATURDAY ME AND MY AWESOME HUSBAND SERVED 25 PEOPLE SUPPER AND 27 PEOPLE DESERT IN A VERY ORGANIZED GLUTEN FREE WAY! MY 2 YEAR OLD GLUTEN FREE, CORN FREE BABY HAD AN AWESOME B-DAY PARTY AND I AM MORE THAN HAPPY TO GO THROUGH THE TROUBLE TO SEE THAT HE COULD EAT ANYTHING WE SERVED!
ON TOP OF THAT WE CELEBRATED YESTERDAY WITH DELICIOUS BLT SANDWICHES ON GLUTEN FREE CORN FREE BREAD! THE BEST STUFF OUT THERE!!!! SORRY I WAS TO BUSY EATING TO TAKE PICS.

Dealing with a gluten sensitivity?

Are you one of the thousands of people just diagnosed with gluten sensitivity? Don't fear you are not alone. There are a lot of great resources out there to help you learn to adjust to your new lifestyle. There are cookbooks, and blogs, websites and books all loaded with info to help us learn as much as possible about gluten sensitivity and how to cook for someone facing this problem. Take time to check out all the good links we have already gathered for you, and relax with a little more knowledge about gluten.

Bob's Red Mill is a leader in gluten free flours!
What ever type of gluten free flour you are looking for, whether it is white rice, brown rice, surgham, or tapioca, Bob's Red Mill has quality gluten free products. These are not only my favorite products to use but also the best I have found! They have a dedicated gluten free facility and test to be sure that their gluten free products stay gluten free. Try out their products today and see for yourself the superb quality.

GOING GLUTEN FREE

Are you tired of searching the internet for a good, foolproof way to go gluten free? Your search is over! This is the information you are looking for. This is a highly developed step by step plan for going gluten free and has been tried and tested to prove that it not only works, but is exceptionally easy to follow! By following this plan, you can become gluten free in a short amount of time as well as be eating quality, healthy and delicious foods to replace the foods you lose. Never again do you have to wonder what it was that you ate that made you sick. When following this plan you will learn exactly how to tell whether something is gluten free or not! Educate yourself in the wonderful world of gluten free foods; buy a copy of Could it be Gluten? today!

Do you experience chronic indigestion, fatigue, migraine headaches, irregular bowels, or mind fogginess? You may be victim of what doctors call gluten sensitivity! Many people these days rely on medicine to control symptoms of GERD, or chronic sinuses, and even arthritis pain when they simply need to drop the medicine and eliminate the gluten causing the symptoms. Gluten is a complex protein found in wheat, barley, oats, and rye, and has been found to be a problem food with some people, especially those with type O blood, causing digestion problems and inflammation in other areas of the body. By eliminating this problem food, you can resume life where you left off, regain your strength and health, eliminate most if not all inflammation, and head towards a bright and promising gluten free future.

Have you already endeavored to go gluten free but are still experiencing symptoms? You may have not eliminated all of the gluten. When only trace amount of gluten find its way into your digestive system, you are asking for severe consequences. Don’t set yourself up for failure, learn the vital information you need and take the gluten free challenge found in Could it be Gluten? It is easy to make a mistake unless you have learned the details, and studied up on the facts. Don’t spend hours and hours weeks on end searching the internet for information. We have already done the work, just benefit from what we have labored over. You will find all the information you need about gluten in this wonderful compilation of facts versus fiction. Try it for yourself, buy a copy of Could it be Gluten? today!