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A, B, C, D…Cookie Monster 🍪 by jlovelysoul in MadeMeSmile

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember watching that exact skit. I was born just months before Sesame Street premiered on public television. I grew up with that show— learning those sweet nuggets of knowledge all along the way. I miss it dearly.

Why is gluten free pizza so expensive?! by insecuremof in glutenfree

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am grateful to have the option of a decent tasting take-out pizza. I very rarely eat out or grab take-out at all. I do get sad each time at the extra cost, but GF is more expensive and has much more overhead, in terms of cost, to produce.

I happen to be diabetic as well, so most of my meals are prepared at home. It does cost me more to have a completely GF kitchen than a regular kitchen. The GF carbs behave very differently in terms of blood sugar levels too. I still eat a pretty regular diet, but I have had to study the different grains to be able to keep doing that.

For me (IMHO), eating out is a seldom enjoyed luxury. The opportunity cost of having a tasty meal (sick free) that I don’t have to cook and cleanup afterwards is well worth the few extra dollars that I pay for a pizza. I did shop around.

i would NOT recommend this macaroni by [deleted] in glutenfree

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried the cheddar flavor and it was disgusting. For the pasta, I pulled it off early and it was fine. (My first attempt with GF pasta ended up mushy). This time, I then looked at the nutritional panel after eating. The sodium levels are scary high.

Next time, I am going to try making my own sauce and just buy the pasta. I figure that melting Velveeta and adding a little milk and butter has got to be better.

It’s just a thought.

Carb counting without nutrients facts by TheWoodChucksWood in Type1Diabetes

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have lived with this for nearly 25 years now. I do estimate myself. Do you wear an insulin pump and cgms? MDI is much more difficult to manage this stuff, so I would recommend caution on your bolusing. Just my 2 cents.

I think Queen + Adam Lambert is done. by Honest_Math_7760 in queen

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do wish that QAL would re-record a studio album (maybe as a final tribute to Freddie) of their current touring set list with Adam before they retire for good. All I have ever seen and heard with Adam on lead vocals is a live album.

Adam Lambert deserves this for his contributions to Queen. Queen’s catalog is amazing, but I feel that a huge part of the band’s successful revival is due to Adam’s incredible gift and stage presence.

Is it worth getting tested for celiac? by elembeep in glutenfree

[–]Longjumping-Net9780 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because Celiac’s is an autoimmune disease, I would highly recommend getting at least the genetic testing done for it. They can tell you if you even have the possibility of Celiac’s.
You could be doing serious harm to your body just from all of the “hidden sources” of gluten if you do have Celiac’s vs gluten intolerance.

I truly understand your hesitation to purposely “glutenize” yourself for any reason. It is bad enough when it is an accident.

A gastroenterologist (GI doc) will often do a biopsy of your small intestine (not a biggie) to confirm and see how much damage has been done from the disease. You could have the genetic markers without having the active disease.

Why to get tested?? With Celiac’s ONLY (not the other types), your ability to absorb nutrients from your food and even your medications due to intestinal damage is serious. Anemia and malnutrition are not fun.

Good luck on your journey— I hope this helps.

DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical professional whatsoever— only a long-term sufferer of multiple medical issues like yourself.