can we ask for a gluten free prescription for

bargainbetty

For those who commented, I am not even vaguely in the 'Doctor is always right' camp, and have scars from three operations to prove it. What I am is firmly in the 'medically qualified specialists probably know more than internet randoms who know nothing about the patient or their condition and tend to use sweeping generalisations' camp.

I suggested the OP work with the doctors, and not assume their 'research' is better. So far, the OP has commented on scientists and doctors telling her things as well as rely on women's magazines. Any reputable scientist, study or article will tell you to seek appropriate medical advice. Not to look it up on the internet.

Do you know that the symptoms of a headache and a brain tumour can be exactly the same? Pancreatitis presents very similarly to gastric flu, but you tend to spot the difference when your pancreas ruptures.

Dry mouth can be a symptom of a lymphatic disorder, but can also mean you need a cup of tea. Or that you are borderline diabetic.

Five minutes 'research' on the internet will give you five different answers, and you have no way of knowing which is valid or based on thorough case-studies. Specialists tend to keep abreast of their fields and review the latest theories and studies.

soolin

Bargainbetty again you make a lot of sense.

My own view is that one size does not fit all, just because your best friends mothers cousin got a headache every time she drank tea does not correlate that tea gives you a headache. Unfortunately I think that is how a lot of internet theories start.

I work within the medical field but do not believe doctors or the medical profession have it right all the time and have certainly on occasions not gone with their suggestions. However, where there is a gold standard of diagnosis that is foolproof, and a lot of bunkum on the internet I would go for the properly researched and clinically proven test.

March2012

and we are thinking of going on roadshow to explain some of the issues with food allergies what it can do to the body and oh by teh way a friend of mine said she went to see our gp (yes i know you will say it is generalist but then the specialist so far did not know much as it depends how good they are too and she worked out with our mutual scientist friend her allergy to gluten and milk. and yes the blood diet might not be the best but in it he does talk about wheat and milk and so far this has wroked for us!!! and yes we do need to eliminate other things so i do like to wrok wtih them and give them articles etc etc. oh and that womens magazine stuff was written as said by A DOCTOR. pick it up . judging without seeing is not really a good thing is it either..????
this might also interest:
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/05/18/food-allergy-documentary.aspx?e_cid=20130518_DNL_art_1&utm_source=dnl&utm_medium=email&utm_content=art1&utm_camp

bargainbetty wrote: »

For those who commented, I am not even vaguely in the 'Doctor is always right' camp, and have scars from three operations to prove it. What I am is firmly in the 'medically qualified specialists probably know more than internet randoms who know nothing about the patient or their condition and tend to use sweeping generalisations' camp.

I suggested the OP work with the doctors, and not assume their 'research' is better. So far, the OP has commented on scientists and doctors telling her things as well as rely on women's magazines. Any reputable scientist, study or article will tell you to seek appropriate medical advice. Not to look it up on the internet.

Do you know that the symptoms of a headache and a brain tumour can be exactly the same? Pancreatitis presents very similarly to gastric flu, but you tend to spot the difference when your pancreas ruptures.

Dry mouth can be a symptom of a lymphatic disorder, but can also mean you need a cup of tea. Or that you are borderline diabetic.

Five minutes 'research' on the internet will give you five different answers, and you have no way of knowing which is valid or based on thorough case-studies. Specialists tend to keep abreast of their fields and review the latest theories and studies.

March2012

and firends of mine are thinking of going on roadshow to explain some of the issues with food allergies what it can do to the body and oh by teh way a friend of mine said she went to see our gp (yes i know you will say it is generalist but then the specialist so far did not know much as it depends how good they are too and she worked out with our mutual scientist friend her allergy to gluten and milk. and yes the blood diet might not be the best but in it he does talk about wheat and milk and so far this has wroked for us!!! and yes we do need to eliminate other things so i do like to wrok wtih them and give them articles etc etc. oh and that womens magazine stuff was written as said by A DOCTOR. pick it up . judging without seeing is not really a good thing is it either..????
might interest too:
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/05/18/food-allergy-documentary.aspx?e_cid=20130518_DNL_art_1&utm_source=dnl&utm_medium=email&utm_content=art1&utm_camp
really appreciate all feedback. very helpful. thank you.

i think in the medical field now wiht the internet and facebook/youtube it has made it easier for the public to contribute ideas etc too dont you think? maybe why they are saying we are coming up with more and more answers to illnesses.

i forgot to say i also spoke to a lady yesterday who said she had been diagnosed as having ME when she was younger and when she eliminated something like fizzy drinks with aspartame it disappeared!
so i think we can all help contribute to healthier society and less cost to the nhs by all working together ....?

bargainbetty wrote: »

For those who commented, I am not even vaguely in the 'Doctor is always right' camp, and have scars from three operations to prove it. What I am is firmly in the 'medically qualified specialists probably know more than internet randoms who know nothing about the patient or their condition and tend to use sweeping generalisations' camp.

I suggested the OP work with the doctors, and not assume their 'research' is better. So far, the OP has commented on scientists and doctors telling her things as well as rely on women's magazines. Any reputable scientist, study or article will tell you to seek appropriate medical advice. Not to look it up on the internet.

Do you know that the symptoms of a headache and a brain tumour can be exactly the same? Pancreatitis presents very similarly to gastric flu, but you tend to spot the difference when your pancreas ruptures.

Dry mouth can be a symptom of a lymphatic disorder, but can also mean you need a cup of tea. Or that you are borderline diabetic.

Five minutes 'research' on the internet will give you five different answers, and you have no way of knowing which is valid or based on thorough case-studies. Specialists tend to keep abreast of their fields and review the latest theories and studies.

soolin

Gosh, all these people you speak to or have as friends who know about things instantly with no medical training whatsoever- that in itself is worth a study surely?

Sorry, but this thread is now becoming surreal, what next- you know a scientist who has a cure for cancer and all we need to do is stop eating baked beans...

I'm out of this discussion.

elsien

Woman's weekly, that well known peer reviewed scientific journal? A credible source indeed.

Gingernutty

Oh, well. Now you've mentioned Dr. Mercola all credence flies out the window. He's a charlatan. No more, no less.

I come from a family where food allergies are common. I also have at least one cousin with a diagnosis of coeliac disease. They are not the same. Coeliac disease is not an allergy, it is recognised as an autoimmune disorder.

If you and your family feel the better for dumping processed carbohydrates from your diet (my cousin's answer was spuds for everything), then bully for you.

However, that's not proof you are gluten intolerant, coeliac or allergic to wheat based foods. We all could do with laying off the Hobnobs!

Steve-o

March2012 wrote: »

food from the doctor? it is costing us a lot of money and we are all gluten free in the household. my other half fell seriously ill but now off it we are seeing some progress. he is not diagnosed celiac as did not show up - as it does not always show up - so any tips really appreciated. i recently spoke to a lady in the supermarket and she mentioned her son had got a gluten free prescription but was in such a rush talking to her that did not have chance to ask her anymore. thanks for any advice!

To be honest I'd just suggest swotting up on a website with some good gluten-free recipes on it. Eating gluten free should be no more expensive than any other diet, unless you want to eat the special stuff sold in the supermarkets.

ComeTheRevolution

March2012 wrote: »

food from the doctor? it is costing us a lot of money and we are all gluten free in the household. my other half fell seriously ill but now off it we are seeing some progress. he is not diagnosed celiac as did not show up - as it does not always show up - so any tips really appreciated. i recently spoke to a lady in the supermarket and she mentioned her son had got a gluten free prescription but was in such a rush talking to her that did not have chance to ask her anymore. thanks for any advice!

If you find that cutting out wheat has made an improvement, tell your doctor and ask if they are able to prescribe gluten-free food (they were at one point but I'm not sure if this is still the case). You may still be subject to prescription charges if in England.

ComeTheRevolution

dawnydee73 wrote: »

Holland and Barrett is a retail store, who are there to make a profit. I know the staff now receive training through their Natural Health Academy training but they are only learning about what they sell, and I'm not convinced this is a good thing. You can not compare this to a nutritionist or dietitian who have completed degree courses and will have an understanding of diet and the effects on the body based on scientific evidence

I know someone who has become lacto intolerant and has been wheat intolerant for much longer so they saw a qualified nutritionist to check they were getting a balanced diet with all this avoidance. After the consultation the trained professional signed off with 'and remember to eat plenty of wholegrain bread'!!

As to all the bickering: People find through trial and error what suits them. Word of mouth (including Woman's Own) is useful, too, and GPs may be curious about patients' successful solutions so they can suggest others try something.