Ah. Glad it's not the C word but ill still be praying for you bud

Yes!! This Christmas was really rough. I am so happy to get the news. I have to have another test done and some surgery, but the biopsy is negative!!

Thanks Gun Dog!!

Gluten is found in wheat, rye, barley, and any foods made with these grains.

Avoiding wheat can be especially hard because this means you should avoid all wheat-based flours and ingredients. These include:

White Flour
Durum Wheat
Graham Flour
Triticale
Kamut
Semolina
Spelt
Wheat Germ
Wheat Bran

Foods that are usually made with wheat include:

Pasta
Couscous
Bread
Flour Tortillas
Cookies
Cakes
Muffins
Pastries
Cereal
Crackers
Beer
Oats (see the section on oats below)
Gravy
Dressings
Sauces

This may seem like a long list, but there are gluten-free versions of these foods available in most grocery stores. You just have to look for them!
Gluten Surprises

You may not expect it, but the following foods can also contain gluten:

broth in soups and bouillon cubes
breadcrumbs and croutons
fried foods
imitation fish
lunch meats and hot dogs
matzo
most chips and candy
salad dressings
self-basting turkey
soy sauce
rice and pasta mixes

Always be sure to check nutrition labels for gluten-containing ingredients and additives.
A few other points:

Don’t forget that ingredients in food products change frequently, so always check before you buy something. There are many additives and ingredients that are wheat, rye or barley-based.
If something is labeled “wheat-free” it is not always “gluten-free." While the product may not contain wheat, it may still contain rye or barley.
If you have any question about whether or not something contains gluten, call the manufacturer and ask directly.

The Fuss About Oats

In the past, experts recommended that people on a gluten-free diet also avoid oats and food made with oats. This is because many companies that make oats process them in the same place as wheat products so cross contamination is an issue.

Most people are advised to avoid oats when they start a gluten-free diet because it has been debated so much in the past. However, research has shown that pure, uncontaminated oats in small amounts are usually tolerated. Eating oats can also help to provide fiber and other important nutrients.

If you do choose to include them, let your doctor know and only eat oats that are marked "gluten-free". Also, limit the amount you eat to ½ cup of dry oats or less per day.

WOW, I never thought about this.

Thanks Randy! Honestly, it is not too hard to switch up my diet. I mean, I'm sure it'll be tough, but I'm just so happy. I literally just got the phone call.

Ha I don't have mine on a good day randy( I ran out of fruit roll ups and Christmas cookies). <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

That's cool. And chances are she doesn't mind anyway. I wouldn't (and don't) object to folks saying Happy Hanukkah. Patty's sister that died of colon cancer 10 years ago called it HA NU KAH. She was crazy and one of the nicest best people I had ever known.

I hate it when it's "Corporate Policy" or against regulations. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />

It is pretty amazing stuff. I am sure I eat gluten 3 meals a day.

Thanks for sharing with us. And I'm not sure i could live without that list randy

It will be tough, especially at first, but once you get used to it, used to looking for that type of product it will get a lot easier.

I'd probably loose half my body weight if I had to go on a gluten free diet! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />

I know. I'm going to have to make sure I eat enough. Thanks for the support!! I'm going to take a nap. I'm glad y'all were around. Talk with ya soon.

Take care Ryan. You'll make it.