Comments on: Celiac disease, anemia, and a book giveaway

By: Jeri

Jeri — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:08:32 +0000

First time here, I have iron-deficiency anemia and have been DX with Celiac Disease just coming up on a year. I have been struggling with keeping my numbers up and in a healty range. Vitamin D is almost non-existent. I love your simple straight-forward explanation of how RBCs function in the body. Thanks, I look forward to reading more.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 08:06:18 +0000

I have been diagnosed with Celiac for 5 years now and have severe problems with anemia, making me so tired, it takes all I can do to get through my days. Other than being gluten free and my iron supplements I dont know what else to do. I would love a chance to win your book, hopefully I can find some help in it.

By: Rachel Lewter

Rachel Lewter — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:01:50 +0000

I’ve been anemic for a little over four years now. I research all the time since being diagnosed with Celiac. All books are welcome in my home. Crossing my fingers and toes….

By: Maggie

Maggie — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 23:11:35 +0000

Another great geeky post. I love them so much! I thought beets alone had some iron in them, am I wrong? I can’t get greens now that the temp has changed, but I keep on eating beets hoping I’m getting some dietary Iron! Help me oh wise one. xo

By: Thyroid Journey

Thyroid Journey — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:39:47 +0000

Learning a lot these days on autoimmune illnesses. Thanks a lot for the information. Would love to read your book.

Greetings!

By: IrishHeart

IrishHeart — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:14:44 +0000

Best wishes for a joyous holiday, hon!! I am making your Mom’s version of yummy cheesecake for Christmas Eve.
I have no doubt it will be a hit. My long-standing recipe may take a back seat.

Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with the GF community and for always being so gracious to take the time to answer each and every post made on your blog entries. That, in itself, speaks volumes. You’re a doll.

Many blessings to you, Melissa.
Warmly, IH

By: Jolie Hasson

Jolie Hasson — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:11:09 +0000

You are so awesome. Thanks for all you do!
Jolie

By: Melissa

Melissa — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 13:02:06 +0000

Cid,

Oh, thank you so much for stopping by. And thank you for the kind words. Coming from one of my favorite writers makes it all more meaningful! Speaking of corsets, I took the most interesting “corset” photo while in New York City last weekend. I’ll email it to you along with a quick message. I should have had you meet me in NYC. =) I went to visit my daughter and take in the Rolling Stones first US stop on their 50th anniversary tour. It was a mother/daughter night at Pure Food & Wine (organic, raw, vegan restaurant) followed by some rock and roll. I must say, Mick and gang (average age 68-ish) still rock the house. We thank you for your awesome contribution to the music scene. What would we have done without you Brits?!

Take care and have a wonderful Christmas. More soon!
Melissa
xo

By: Cid

Cid — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:23:28 +0000

Melissa,

I like everything on that food list. Who knows if I’m lacking iron, sometimes I might be I think. Sometimes I do feel tired when I shouldn’t.

Looking at that picture I’ve made up my mind to act before it’s too late and contact the Royal Corsetry department with my specific requirements. I’ve told them I might be anemic so my new apparatus should have a hidden pocket for pumpkin seeds…. James Bond style if you will

I love your articles Melissa, they are always so interesting on every level. You are such a good writer.

Cid

By: Melissa

Melissa — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:17:44 +0000

Katieb, I’ve heard of odd fingernail growth with nutrient deficiencies. Very interesting about iron and curving fingernails. Glad you got it all figured out. I know, it’s not easy to be 100% gluten-free all the time. Gluten is hidden in so many places. It’s tricky stuff to eliminate, that’s for sure.