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I had hives everyday for eight months. No medicines, shots, etc worked. I felt it was an allergy to medication and

stopped taking what I thought was the offending medicine and the hives slowly went away. Tammie

--- imsinfo@... wrote:

From: "imsinfo" <imsinfo@...>
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] Hives
Date: Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:22:19 -0000

I had red that allergic hives could happen as reaction not only to
food but to infection like H Pylori or Candida. I would like to know
if somebody had hives here and what did you do for that.

Liz

#296

From: "imsinfo" <imsinfo@...>
Date: Wed Oct 22, 2008 8:22 pm
Subject: Hives

imsinfo

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I had red that allergic hives could happen as reaction not only to
food but to infection like H Pylori or Candida. I would like to know
if somebody had hives here and what did you do for that.

Liz

#295

From: "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
Date: Sat Oct 18, 2008 2:50 pm
Subject: RE: hello

dbmamaz

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Which starchy foods? Obviously you have to eat more protein and fruits and veggies, but everyone needs SOME carbs. Check out the specific carbohydrate diet (just do a search). See if that works for you. I can currently eat potatoes, corn, buckwheat, quinoa.

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of realportable
Sent: Saturday, October 18, 2008 2:49 AM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] hello

---i have a complaint, i am always allergic to starchy food what can
i do?

>
> Cool article! How neat that that guy got over his migraines!
>
>
>
> Cara Ziegel
>
> Richmond, VA 23233
>
> cara.ziegel@...
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of leerolnick
> Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2008 8:36 AM
> To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [foodallergyrx] Alcat Featured in the Miami Herald
>
>
>
> NUTRITION
>
> Headaches, fatigue can be a (food) sensitive issue
> Food sensitivities can be just as damaging as allergies, but
they're
> harder to decipher.
>
> BY TRISHA POSNER
> Special to the Miami Herald
>
> ''No, sorry, I'm sensitive to chicken,'' the woman said as she
passed
> by some samples at the Aventura Whole Foods.
>
> ''Sensitive?'' I asked. ``You mean you're allergic to chicken?''
>
> ''Not allergic,'' she said. ``Just sensitive.''
>
> I then received a 10-minute introduction into the world of food
> sensitivities and intolerances. We've all heard about food
allergies,
> when nuts, dairy, gluten or something causes hives or itching, and
in
> the worst cases, is life-threatening. You eat the bad stuff and
your
> body instantly tells you.
>
> Food sensitivities can be just as damaging, but are more complex
to
> decipher. Researchers believe they contribute to everything from
> migraines to chronic fatigue to irritable bowel syndrome to acid
> reflux. For people trying to shed unwanted pounds, intolerant
foods
> are harder to digest, don't metabolize well, and have a nasty
> tendency to stick around as fat.
>
> But it's not easy to recognize your intolerant foods. Only your
body
> knows, as white blood cells react to the foods and wreck havoc
over
> time with your health. My Whole Foods friend told me about ALCAT,
a
> Deerfield Beach-based company that for for more than 20 years has
> perfected a system for testing up to 200 foods, additives,
colorings,
> molds and even environmental chemicals from a blood test.
>
> I'm 57, five-seven, weigh 112, work out regularly and eat healthy
> foods. However, I am a migraine sufferer, usually once or twice
> weekly. Although I knew migraines could be exacerbated by certain
> foods like red wine, aged cheese, and even chocolate, I had
> eliminated them at different times, and never discovered my
headache
> trigger.
>
> In mid-June I went to ALCAT (your own doctor can draw the blood
and
> send them the sample). The tests costs between $199 to $949,
> depending on how many foods, additives, and chemicals are tested.
> Insurance may cover part of it, but you need to check your policy.
>
> I was surprised by the results. ALCAT classifies the intolerances
as
> severe, moderate and mild. It then provides a long list of
acceptable
> foods. Red-lined ''severe'' food should be avoided for at least
six
> months. For me, that meant feta cheese, oats (no oatmeal!), and
> halibut. Turns out that your body reacts negatively to certain
foods
> either from your genetic makeup, or over-exposure, especially if
> there isn't enough variety in what you eat.
>
> On my yellow list, moderate, I should avoid for three to six
months
> some things I really love, like ALL wheat and gluten products,
which
> I learned can contribute to bloating.
>
> Finally, on my mild intolerance list, which means I should have
them
> no more than once every four days, there is my daily cup of java,
> lamb, pork, tuna, strawberries, crab, coconut and too many others
to
> list.
>
> The good news is that you don't have to give up these foods
forever.
> Once your body is detoxed for half a year, you slowly reintroduce
the
> foods one by one, and see how you feel.
>
> Six weeks into the program, I can see the changes. I've had 45
days
> of no migraines. Also, the swelling on two knuckles has gone down
> about 50 percent. And my post nasal drip has stopped completely.
My
> energy, even without my morning coffee, is as good or better than
> ever.
>
> ''I'm not surprised,'' says Dr. Judy Woolger, co-director of the
> University of Miami's Executive Medicine Program and who utilizes
> traditional and complementary wellness techniques in her practice.
> ``Patients come in not feeling well, and they have had all the
> traditional tests, but sometimes it takes something like ALCAT to
get
> a better diagnosis and make them healthier.''
>
> So, now I have a scientific snapshot of those foods to which my
body
> is intolerant. By New Year's, I hope I'll still be headache free,
> even though my frequent visits to Starbucks may be a treat of the
> past.
>

#294

From: "realportable" <realportable@...>
Date: Sat Oct 18, 2008 6:57 am
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

realportable

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--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, <smt@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks, Teresa.  That's what I thought, but wasn't sure.  I'll
check out the phone number.
>
> Thanks again,
> Scott
>   ----- Original Message -----
>   From: tjay1302000
>   To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
>   Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 9:24 PM
>   Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Avoidance and Healing
>
>
>   Hi Scott,
>   As I understand it, you would need to do an additional 6 months
>   abstaining. I would double check with ALCAT.
>   They have an 800 number.
>   http://www.alcat.com/contact.php
>   Teresa M.
>
>   --- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, <smt@> wrote:
>   >
>   > Hello,
>   >
>   > I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three
months
>   now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these
>   foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate
something
>   that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start
all
>   over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?
>   >
>   > Thanks,
>   > Scott
>   >
>

#291

From: "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
Date: Tue Oct 7, 2008 7:47 pm
Subject: RE: Alcat Featured in the Miami Herald

dbmamaz

Offline

Cool article! How neat that that guy got over his migraines!

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of leerolnick
Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2008 8:36 AM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] Alcat Featured in the Miami Herald

NUTRITION

Headaches, fatigue can be a (food) sensitive issue
Food sensitivities can be just as damaging as allergies, but they're
harder to decipher.

BY TRISHA POSNER
Special to the Miami Herald

''No, sorry, I'm sensitive to chicken,'' the woman said as she passed
by some samples at the Aventura Whole Foods.

''Sensitive?'' I asked. ``You mean you're allergic to chicken?''

''Not allergic,'' she said. ``Just sensitive.''

I then received a 10-minute introduction into the world of food
sensitivities and intolerances. We've all heard about food allergies,
when nuts, dairy, gluten or something causes hives or itching, and in
the worst cases, is life-threatening. You eat the bad stuff and your
body instantly tells you.

Food sensitivities can be just as damaging, but are more complex to
decipher. Researchers believe they contribute to everything from
migraines to chronic fatigue to irritable bowel syndrome to acid
reflux. For people trying to shed unwanted pounds, intolerant foods
are harder to digest, don't metabolize well, and have a nasty
tendency to stick around as fat.

But it's not easy to recognize your intolerant foods. Only your body
knows, as white blood cells react to the foods and wreck havoc over
time with your health. My Whole Foods friend told me about ALCAT, a
Deerfield Beach-based company that for for more than 20 years has
perfected a system for testing up to 200 foods, additives, colorings,
molds and even environmental chemicals from a blood test.

I'm 57, five-seven, weigh 112, work out regularly and eat healthy
foods. However, I am a migraine sufferer, usually once or twice
weekly. Although I knew migraines could be exacerbated by certain
foods like red wine, aged cheese, and even chocolate, I had
eliminated them at different times, and never discovered my headache
trigger.

In mid-June I went to ALCAT (your own doctor can draw the blood and
send them the sample). The tests costs between $199 to $949,
depending on how many foods, additives, and chemicals are tested.
Insurance may cover part of it, but you need to check your policy.

I was surprised by the results. ALCAT classifies the intolerances as
severe, moderate and mild. It then provides a long list of acceptable
foods. Red-lined ''severe'' food should be avoided for at least six
months. For me, that meant feta cheese, oats (no oatmeal!), and
halibut. Turns out that your body reacts negatively to certain foods
either from your genetic makeup, or over-exposure, especially if
there isn't enough variety in what you eat.

On my yellow list, moderate, I should avoid for three to six months
some things I really love, like ALL wheat and gluten products, which
I learned can contribute to bloating.

Finally, on my mild intolerance list, which means I should have them
no more than once every four days, there is my daily cup of java,
lamb, pork, tuna, strawberries, crab, coconut and too many others to
list.

The good news is that you don't have to give up these foods forever.
Once your body is detoxed for half a year, you slowly reintroduce the
foods one by one, and see how you feel.

Six weeks into the program, I can see the changes. I've had 45 days
of no migraines. Also, the swelling on two knuckles has gone down
about 50 percent. And my post nasal drip has stopped completely. My
energy, even without my morning coffee, is as good or better than
ever.

''I'm not surprised,'' says Dr. Judy Woolger, co-director of the
University of Miami's Executive Medicine Program and who utilizes
traditional and complementary wellness techniques in her practice.
``Patients come in not feeling well, and they have had all the
traditional tests, but sometimes it takes something like ALCAT to get
a better diagnosis and make them healthier.''

So, now I have a scientific snapshot of those foods to which my body
is intolerant. By New Year's, I hope I'll still be headache free,
even though my frequent visits to Starbucks may be a treat of the
past.

#290

From: "leerolnick" <lrolnick@...>
Date: Tue Oct 7, 2008 12:35 pm
Subject: Alcat Featured in the Miami Herald

leerolnick

Offline

NUTRITION

Headaches, fatigue can be a (food) sensitive issue
Food sensitivities can be just as damaging as allergies, but they're
harder to decipher.

BY TRISHA POSNER
Special to the Miami Herald

''No, sorry, I'm sensitive to chicken,'' the woman said as she passed
by some samples at the Aventura Whole Foods.

''Sensitive?'' I asked. ``You mean you're allergic to chicken?''

''Not allergic,'' she said. ``Just sensitive.''

I then received a 10-minute introduction into the world of food
sensitivities and intolerances. We've all heard about food allergies,
when nuts, dairy, gluten or something causes hives or itching, and in
the worst cases, is life-threatening. You eat the bad stuff and your
body instantly tells you.

Food sensitivities can be just as damaging, but are more complex to
decipher. Researchers believe they contribute to everything from
migraines to chronic fatigue to irritable bowel syndrome to acid
reflux. For people trying to shed unwanted pounds, intolerant foods
are harder to digest, don't metabolize well, and have a nasty
tendency to stick around as fat.

But it's not easy to recognize your intolerant foods. Only your body
knows, as white blood cells react to the foods and wreck havoc over
time with your health. My Whole Foods friend told me about ALCAT, a
Deerfield Beach-based company that for for more than 20 years has
perfected a system for testing up to 200 foods, additives, colorings,
molds and even environmental chemicals from a blood test.

I'm 57, five-seven, weigh 112, work out regularly and eat healthy
foods. However, I am a migraine sufferer, usually once or twice
weekly. Although I knew migraines could be exacerbated by certain
foods like red wine, aged cheese, and even chocolate, I had
eliminated them at different times, and never discovered my headache
trigger.

In mid-June I went to ALCAT (your own doctor can draw the blood and
send them the sample). The tests costs between $199 to $949,
depending on how many foods, additives, and chemicals are tested.
Insurance may cover part of it, but you need to check your policy.

I was surprised by the results. ALCAT classifies the intolerances as
severe, moderate and mild. It then provides a long list of acceptable
foods. Red-lined ''severe'' food should be avoided for at least six
months. For me, that meant feta cheese, oats (no oatmeal!), and
halibut. Turns out that your body reacts negatively to certain foods
either from your genetic makeup, or over-exposure, especially if
there isn't enough variety in what you eat.

On my yellow list, moderate, I should avoid for three to six months
some things I really love, like ALL wheat and gluten products, which
I learned can contribute to bloating.

Finally, on my mild intolerance list, which means I should have them
no more than once every four days, there is my daily cup of java,
lamb, pork, tuna, strawberries, crab, coconut and too many others to
list.

The good news is that you don't have to give up these foods forever.
Once your body is detoxed for half a year, you slowly reintroduce the
foods one by one, and see how you feel.

Six weeks into the program, I can see the changes. I've had 45 days
of no migraines. Also, the swelling on two knuckles has gone down
about 50 percent. And my post nasal drip has stopped completely. My
energy, even without my morning coffee, is as good or better than
ever.

''I'm not surprised,'' says Dr. Judy Woolger, co-director of the
University of Miami's Executive Medicine Program and who utilizes
traditional and complementary wellness techniques in her practice.
``Patients come in not feeling well, and they have had all the
traditional tests, but sometimes it takes something like ALCAT to get
a better diagnosis and make them healthier.''

So, now I have a scientific snapshot of those foods to which my body
is intolerant. By New Year's, I hope I'll still be headache free,
even though my frequent visits to Starbucks may be a treat of the
past.

#289

From: "MPreng81" <mpreng81@...>
Date: Mon Oct 6, 2008 11:04 pm
Subject: Retesting

MPreng81

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Lee - I know ths board has been pretty silent for a while, but is there
a discount for any retesting?

#288

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Mon Oct 6, 2008 5:49 pm
Subject: (No subject)

kogutfamily

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Sounds like alcat is a good lab!!

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

#287

From: <smt@...>
Date: Mon Oct 6, 2008 5:30 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Avoidance and Healing

scotttrzcinski

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Thanks, Teresa. That's what I thought, but wasn't sure. I'll check out the phone number.

Thanks again,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: tjay1302000

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 9:24 PM

Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Avoidance and Healing

Hi Scott,
As I understand it, you would need to do an additional 6 months
abstaining. I would double check with ALCAT.
They have an 800 number.
http://www.alcat.com/contact.php
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, <smt@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months
now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these
foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something
that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all
over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?
>
> Thanks,
> Scott
>

#286

From: Sharon Jones <sharonjones9@...>
Date: Mon Oct 6, 2008 1:54 am
Subject: unsubscribe

sharonjones9

Online Now

please unsubscribe me. thanks

#285

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Sun Oct 5, 2008 5:39 pm
Subject: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

tjay1302000

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Hi Cara,
You asked if I am cancer free.  The short answer is always an upbeat
peppy, YES.  My lab results and self-checks of my chest wall would
indicate there is nothing major going on.
The long answer is all people have "abnormal" cells in their body
every day.  It is the job of our immune system to detect what is
"self" and what is "unself".  My goal is to do all I can to help my
body do a better job of that than it has done in the past.
Unfortunately, the chemo I participated in has quite likely made me
susceptible to leukemia in the years to come.
I am motivated to follow my ALCAT food list to the best of my ability,
but there is a learning curve and I don't have local support regarding
the ALCAT list from a health professional nor my family.  Last year we
spent so much $$ on my medical stuff it is hard for me to feel OK
about spending more for professional input.
Currently, I am having a hard time coordinating my family's meals and
my ALCAT meals.  I also realized that though I have been good about
eating my "green list" foods, I have totally abandoned the idea of the
rotation diet.  I now want to work to incorporate the rotation diet
into my eating plan.

Here are the areas that seem to be my biggest challenges;

SHOPPING  (I want to eat as much fresh and organic as possible.  It
seems I would need to be at the market each day or at least every
other day.  Is that true for you all?)

ORGANIZATION OF THE KITCHEN  (My refrigerator, freezer, shelves, and
counters don't seem to have enough space to have my family's food and
my 4 day rotation foods easily accessible.  What is working for you all?)

CRAVINGS  (Even when I am highly motivated to be consistent...I am
still preparing foods 3 times a day for my family that are NOT on my
ALCAT list.  I find it difficult not to taste in order to correct the
seasonings, let alone devour the "unhealthy for me" food.  What are
some suggestions that are helping you all?)

Sorry for the long post.
I had some uninterrupted time at the computer.

Thanks for any input.

Hugs,
Teresa M.

#284

From: "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
Date: Sun Oct 5, 2008 4:11 am
Subject: RE: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

dbmamaz

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Yes, thanks, I’m already off gluten and dairy and tons of other stuff and taking probiotic and digestive enzymes . .. its all seeming to help a little. Are you cancer free?

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tjay1302000
Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 9:40 PM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Hi Cara,
I can totally relate.
I would encourage you to follow your instincts.
I had IBS symptoms for years and was never taken seriously by doctors
nor nutritionists. The symptoms can be either stools that are way too
loose, or stools that are way too dry. I do believe that some good
doctors are out there, but I didn't bump into them.
Then, in 8/07, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I think my body
was too busy fighting my sensitivity foods to get around to fighting
the cancer cells.
Also, I would encourage you to go gluten free and casein free.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Kb9GWOigOM
I am using the book, Eat to Live, by Dr. Joel Fuhrman. It's filling
meals and easy to prepare and follow.
Also, probiotics are helping to build back up all the "good" yeasts.
They take care of bringing the "bad" yeasts back into balance.
It is worth investigating.
Be in touch.
Hugs,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
wrote:
>
> Thanks - in the intervening time, I've developed plenty of good meals
> which my family and I can eat. I've also had my middle child tested,
> and we were working on his issues too. However, both of us continue to
> be ill. I believe I have a major yeast issue which needs to be
> addressed, because every time I make a yeast bread for my son, I get
> sick for a day or two. I don't know whats wrong w my son tho - now that
> school is back in session, he's having the runs every morning again.
> Digestive enzymes helped me a lot, and him a bit . . .but I'm almost
> ready to feed him gluten again, I cant imagine him being any more sick
> than he already is. I keep wondering if one of my flours was
> contaminated, or what, but I cant figure it out. I need to somehow find
> a doctor who can help us, but I just don't trust any I've found. You
> know, the way they just smile that condescending smile that lets you
> know they think you're a hypochondriac? They give you one or two cheap
> tests and tell you your fine . . .
>
>
>
> Cara Ziegel
>
> Richmond, VA 23233
>
> cara.ziegel@...
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tjay1302000
> Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2008 9:05 PM
> To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back
>
>
>
> Hi Cara,
> I know you haven't posted since June, but maybe you'll check in soon.
> I have a reluctant family too.
> I finally found that by combining the ALCAT lists with the food
> suggestions from Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, I can eat HUGE meals
> while regaining my health AND dropping the extra weight.
> I began in earnest June 23,2008 and have comfortably dropped from
> 175lbs down to 155, while staying strong and feeling great.
> I highly recommend it.
> I learned from a library book, but there is a website and plenty of
> YouTube interviews with Dr. Fuhrman.
> My family is now willing to start lunch and dinner with a big green
> salad.
> Enjoy,
> Teresa M.
>
> --- In foodallergyrx@ <mailto:foodallergyrx%40yahoogroups.com>
> yahoogroups.com, "Cara" <cara.ziegel@> wrote:
> >
> > I'd been off gluten and dairy already for 6 weeks, and my digestion
> was
> > better, headaches and bouts of fatigue went away, and my mood has been
>
> > much better. But when the ALCAT came back - ok, i had mild reaction to
>
> > gluten and dairy, but I had 42 foods in my yellow catagory and 12 in
> my
> > orange - inlcuding RICE!! The only grains I can eat are buckwheat,
> > corn and millet! Is this possible?
> >
> > I was just getting good at cooking with rice flour, and creating lots
> > of wheat-free meals for my family, but there's no way I can put the
> > whole family on this restrictive a diet.
> >
> > any thoughts?
> >
> > Cara, 42, richmond VA, mother of 3 kids - 15 yo dd, 11 yo son
> (ppd-nos,
> > bipolar), and 4 yo son
> >
>

#283

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Sun Oct 5, 2008 1:40 am
Subject: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

tjay1302000

Offline

Hi Cara,
I can totally relate.
I would encourage you to follow your instincts.
I had IBS symptoms for years and was never taken seriously by doctors
nor nutritionists. The symptoms can be either stools that are way too
loose, or stools that are way too dry. I do believe that some good
doctors are out there, but I didn't bump into them.
Then, in 8/07, I was diagnosed with breast cancer.  I think my body
was too busy fighting my sensitivity foods to get around to fighting
the cancer cells.
Also, I would encourage you to go gluten free and casein free.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Kb9GWOigOM
I am using the book, Eat to Live, by Dr. Joel Fuhrman. It's filling
meals and easy to prepare and follow.
Also, probiotics are helping to build back up all the "good" yeasts.
They take care of bringing the "bad" yeasts back into balance.
It is worth investigating.
Be in touch.
Hugs,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
wrote:
>
> Thanks - in the intervening time, I've developed plenty of good meals
> which my family and I can eat.  I've also had my middle child tested,
> and we were working on his issues too.  However, both of us continue to
> be ill.  I believe I have a major yeast issue which needs to be
> addressed, because every time I make a yeast bread for my son, I get
> sick for a day or two.  I don't know whats wrong w my son tho - now that
> school is back in session, he's having the runs every morning again.
> Digestive enzymes helped me a lot, and him a bit . . .but I'm almost
> ready to feed him gluten again, I cant imagine him being any more sick
> than he already is.  I keep wondering if one of my flours was
> contaminated, or what, but I cant figure it out.  I need to somehow find
> a doctor who can help us, but I just don't trust any I've found.  You
> know, the way they just smile that condescending smile that lets you
> know they think you're a hypochondriac?  They give you one or two cheap
> tests and tell you your fine . . .
>
>
>
> Cara Ziegel
>
> Richmond, VA 23233
>
> cara.ziegel@...
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tjay1302000
> Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2008 9:05 PM
> To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back
>
>
>
> Hi Cara,
> I know you haven't posted since June, but maybe you'll check in soon.
> I have a reluctant family too.
> I finally found that by combining the ALCAT lists with the food
> suggestions from Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, I can eat HUGE meals
> while regaining my health AND dropping the extra weight.
> I began in earnest June 23,2008 and have comfortably dropped from
> 175lbs down to 155, while staying strong and feeling great.
> I highly recommend it.
> I learned from a library book, but there is a website and plenty of
> YouTube interviews with Dr. Fuhrman.
> My family is now willing to start lunch and dinner with a big green
> salad.
> Enjoy,
> Teresa M.
>
> --- In foodallergyrx@ <mailto:foodallergyrx%40yahoogroups.com>
> yahoogroups.com, "Cara" <cara.ziegel@> wrote:
> >
> > I'd been off gluten and dairy already for 6 weeks, and my digestion
> was
> > better, headaches and bouts of fatigue went away, and my mood has been
>
> > much better. But when the ALCAT came back - ok, i had mild reaction to
>
> > gluten and dairy, but I had 42 foods in my yellow catagory and 12 in
> my
> > orange - inlcuding RICE!! The only grains I can eat are buckwheat,
> > corn and millet! Is this possible?
> >
> > I was just getting good at cooking with rice flour, and creating lots
> > of wheat-free meals for my family, but there's no way I can put the
> > whole family on this restrictive a diet.
> >
> > any thoughts?
> >
> > Cara, 42, richmond VA, mother of 3 kids - 15 yo dd, 11 yo son
> (ppd-nos,
> > bipolar), and 4 yo son
> >
>

#282

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Sun Oct 5, 2008 1:24 am
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

tjay1302000

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Hi Scott,
As I understand it, you would need to do an additional 6 months
abstaining.  I would double check with ALCAT.
They have an 800 number.
http://www.alcat.com/contact.php
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, <smt@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months
now.  According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these
foods for at least six months.  Well, I was careless and ate something
that contained two foods from my severe list.  Do I need to start all
over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?
>
> Thanks,
> Scott
>

#281

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Sat Oct 4, 2008 7:52 pm
Subject: thanks

kogutfamily

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thanks

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

#280

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Sat Oct 4, 2008 7:50 pm
Subject: Re: chiropractor/food allergy testing

kogutfamily

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HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: Dennis Kogut

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 11:12 AM

Subject: [foodallergyrx] chiropractor/food allergy testing

Hi Im thinking of switching to alcat for my tests. I was using another lab. Anyone needing assistance, here is my email den999001@... Dr den

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#279

From: "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
Date: Fri Oct 3, 2008 5:21 pm
Subject: RE: Avoidance and Healing

dbmamaz

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Sharon, you are member of a yahoo group and only you or a moderator can remove you from it. Try this link: FOODALLERGYKITCHEN-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Sharon Miller
Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 12:49 PM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

I don't know who you are. I don't know why I am getting your emails to others. Stop it. I do not want to ever get another email from you again. Stop it. Stop it. Stop it.

On Thu, Oct 2, 2008 at 11:08 AM, <smt@...> wrote:

Hello,

I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?

Thanks,

Scott

--
SHARON

#278

From: "Sharon Miller" <sharonrose46@...>
Date: Fri Oct 3, 2008 4:49 pm
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

sharonrose46@...

I don't know who you are. I don't know why I am getting your emails to others. Stop it. I do not want to ever get another email from you again. Stop it. Stop it. Stop it.

On Thu, Oct 2, 2008 at 11:08 AM, <smt@...> wrote:

Hello,

I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?

Thanks,

Scott

--
SHARON

#277

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Fri Oct 3, 2008 2:42 pm
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

kogutfamily

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okay thanks so much!!! I am a doctor and soon to get involved with alcat. I am using a different lab now but am going to switch I have food toxcities my self. I have had a hard time keeping on the diet but its my fault. We are in control. We do what we want. Oh, I hope it didn�t activate your symptoms.?

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: smt@...

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 10:25 AM

Subject: Re: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

My question was to the group.

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: Dennis Kogut

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 9:27 AM

Subject: Re: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

hi Are you taking to me?? Dr Kogut or to the group??? Just wondering

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: smt@...

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 2:08 PM

Subject: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

Hello,

I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?

Thanks,

Scott

#276

From: <smt@...>
Date: Fri Oct 3, 2008 2:25 pm
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

scotttrzcinski

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My question was to the group.

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: Dennis Kogut

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Friday, October 03, 2008 9:27 AM

Subject: Re: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

hi Are you taking to me?? Dr Kogut or to the group??? Just wondering

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: smt@...

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 2:08 PM

Subject: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

Hello,

I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?

Thanks,

Scott

#275

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Fri Oct 3, 2008 1:27 pm
Subject: Re: Avoidance and Healing

kogutfamily

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hi Are you taking to me?? Dr Kogut or to the group??? Just wondering

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: smt@...

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 2:08 PM

Subject: [foodallergyrx] Avoidance and Healing

Hello,

I have been avoiding my severe and moderate foods for three months now. According to the ALCAT recommendations, I should avoid these foods for at least six months. Well, I was careless and ate something that contained two foods from my severe list. Do I need to start all over again and avoid these foods for an additional six months?

Thanks,

Scott

#274

From: <smt@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 6:08 pm
Subject: Avoidance and Healing

scotttrzcinski

Offline

Hello,

Thanks,

Scott

#273

From: "Debbie Schrager" <iamashopper@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 4:18 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

dsschrager

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Here is the Virginia page: http://www.vaanp.org/find-an-nd.html

----- Original Message -----

From: Cara Ziegel

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 10:47 AM

Subject: RE: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Thanks � in the intervening time, I�ve developed plenty of good meals which my family and I can eat. I�ve also had my middle child tested, and we were working on his issues too. However, both of us continue to be ill. I believe I have a major yeast issue which needs to be addressed, because every time I make a yeast bread for my son, I get sick for a day or two. I don�t know whats wrong w my son tho � now that school is back in session, he�s having the runs every morning again. Digestive enzymes helped me a lot, and him a bit . . .but I�m almost ready to feed him gluten again, I cant imagine him being any more sick than he already is. I keep wondering if one of my flours was contaminated, or what, but I cant figure it out. I need to somehow find a doctor who can help us, but I just don�t trust any I�ve found. You know, the way they just smile that condescending smile that lets you know they think you�re a hypochondriac? They give you one or two cheap tests and tell you your fine . . .

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@verizon.net

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tjay1302000
Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2008 9:05 PM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Hi Cara,
I know you haven't posted since June, but maybe you'll check in soon.
I have a reluctant family too.
I finally found that by combining the ALCAT lists with the food
suggestions from Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, I can eat HUGE meals
while regaining my health AND dropping the extra weight.
I began in earnest June 23,2008 and have comfortably dropped from
175lbs down to 155, while staying strong and feeling great.
I highly recommend it.
I learned from a library book, but there is a website and plenty of
YouTube interviews with Dr. Fuhrman.
My family is now willing to start lunch and dinner with a big green salad.
Enjoy,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "Cara" <cara.ziegel@...> wrote:
>
> I'd been off gluten and dairy already for 6 weeks, and my digestion was
> better, headaches and bouts of fatigue went away, and my mood has been
> much better. But when the ALCAT came back - ok, i had mild reaction to
> gluten and dairy, but I had 42 foods in my yellow catagory and 12 in my
> orange - inlcuding RICE!! The only grains I can eat are buckwheat,
> corn and millet! Is this possible?
>
> I was just getting good at cooking with rice flour, and creating lots
> of wheat-free meals for my family, but there's no way I can put the
> whole family on this restrictive a diet.
>
> any thoughts?
>
> Cara, 42, richmond VA, mother of 3 kids - 15 yo dd, 11 yo son (ppd-nos,
> bipolar), and 4 yo son
>

#272

From: "Debbie Schrager" <iamashopper@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 4:17 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

dsschrager

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Cara,

Have you looked for a natropathic...they are great and will help both you and your son.... http://www.naturopathic.org/

I have gone to one for years and swear by them!

Debbie

----- Original Message -----

From: Cara Ziegel

To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 10:47 AM

Subject: RE: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@verizon.net

#271

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 3:16 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

kogutfamily

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HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

----- Original Message -----

From: Cara Ziegel

To: foodallergyrx@toxicities. Thinking of switching to alcat. Anyone needing advice contact me. Dr Kogut chiropractic physician den999001@... for .com

Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 10:47 AM

Subject: RE: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Thanks - in the intervening time, I've developed plenty of good meals which my family and I can eat. I've also had my middle child tested, and we were working on his issues too. However, both of us continue to be ill. I believe I have a major yeast issue which needs to be addressed, because every time I make a yeast bread for my son, I get sick for a day or two. I don't know whats wrong w my son tho - now that school is back in session, he's having the runs every morning again. Digestive enzymes helped me a lot, and him a bit . . .but I'm almost ready to feed him gluten again, I cant imagine him being any more sick than he already is. I keep wondering if one of my flours was contaminated, or what, but I cant figure it out. I need to somehow find a doctor who can help us, but I just don't trust any I've found. You know, the way they just smile that condescending smile that lets you know they think you're a hypochondriac? They give you one or two cheap tests and tell you your fine . . .

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

-----Original Message-----
From: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com [mailto:foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tjay1302000
Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2008 9:05 PM
To: foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [foodallergyrx] Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

Hi Cara,
I know you haven't posted since June, but maybe you'll check in soon.
I have a reluctant family too.
I finally found that by combining the ALCAT lists with the food
suggestions from Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, I can eat HUGE meals
while regaining my health AND dropping the extra weight.
I began in earnest June 23,2008 and have comfortably dropped from
175lbs down to 155, while staying strong and feeling great.
I highly recommend it.
I learned from a library book, but there is a website and plenty of
YouTube interviews with Dr. Fuhrman.
My family is now willing to start lunch and dinner with a big green salad.
Enjoy,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "Cara" <cara.ziegel@...> wrote:
>
> I'd been off gluten and dairy already for 6 weeks, and my digestion was
> better, headaches and bouts of fatigue went away, and my mood has been
> much better. But when the ALCAT came back - ok, i had mild reaction to
> gluten and dairy, but I had 42 foods in my yellow catagory and 12 in my
> orange - inlcuding RICE!! The only grains I can eat are buckwheat,
> corn and millet! Is this possible?
>
> I was just getting good at cooking with rice flour, and creating lots
> of wheat-free meals for my family, but there's no way I can put the
> whole family on this restrictive a diet.
>
> any thoughts?
>
> Cara, 42, richmond VA, mother of 3 kids - 15 yo dd, 11 yo son (ppd-nos,
> bipolar), and 4 yo son
>

#270

From: "Dennis Kogut" <Den999001@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 3:12 pm
Subject: chiropractor/food allergy testing

kogutfamily

Offline

Hi Im thinking of switching to alcat for my tests. I was using another lab. Anyone needing assistance, here is my email den999001@... Dr Kogut

HEALTH,WEALTH AND PROSPERITY!

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#269

From: "Cara Ziegel" <cara.ziegel@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 2:47 pm
Subject: RE: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

dbmamaz

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Thanks – in the intervening time, I’ve developed plenty of good meals which my family and I can eat. I’ve also had my middle child tested, and we were working on his issues too. However, both of us continue to be ill. I believe I have a major yeast issue which needs to be addressed, because every time I make a yeast bread for my son, I get sick for a day or two. I don’t know whats wrong w my son tho – now that school is back in session, he’s having the runs every morning again. Digestive enzymes helped me a lot, and him a bit . . .but I’m almost ready to feed him gluten again, I cant imagine him being any more sick than he already is. I keep wondering if one of my flours was contaminated, or what, but I cant figure it out. I need to somehow find a doctor who can help us, but I just don’t trust any I’ve found. You know, the way they just smile that condescending smile that lets you know they think you’re a hypochondriac? They give you one or two cheap tests and tell you your fine . . .

Cara Ziegel

Richmond, VA 23233

cara.ziegel@...

#268

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 1:07 am
Subject: food choices and mental health

tjay1302000

Offline

While I have one more minute at the computer, I am wondering if anyone
else say this great interview this morning?  I don't watch TV, but a
friend sent me this link.

http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/health/2008/10/01/intv.mccarthy.cnn

Let's get busy and SPREAD the word.  What we put in our bodies MATTERS
to our families.

Teresa M.

#267

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 1:05 am
Subject: Re: Just got my ALCAT results back

tjay1302000

Offline

Hi Cara,
I know you haven't posted since June, but maybe you'll check in soon.
I have a reluctant family too.
I finally found that by combining the ALCAT lists with the food
suggestions from Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, I can eat HUGE meals
while regaining my health AND dropping the extra weight.
I began in earnest June 23,2008 and have comfortably dropped from
175lbs down to 155, while staying strong and feeling great.
I highly recommend it.
I learned from a library book, but there is a website and plenty of
YouTube interviews with Dr. Fuhrman.
My family is now willing to start lunch and dinner with a big green salad.
Enjoy,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "Cara" <cara.ziegel@...> wrote:
>
> I'd been off gluten and dairy already for 6 weeks, and my digestion was
> better, headaches and bouts of fatigue went away, and my mood has been
> much better.  But when the ALCAT came back - ok, i had mild reaction to
> gluten and dairy, but I had 42 foods in my yellow catagory and 12 in my
> orange - inlcuding RICE!!  The only grains I can eat are buckwheat,
> corn and millet!  Is this possible?
>
> I was just getting good at cooking with rice flour, and creating lots
> of wheat-free meals for my family, but there's no way I can put the
> whole family on this restrictive a diet.
>
> any thoughts?
>
> Cara, 42, richmond VA, mother of 3 kids - 15 yo dd, 11 yo son (ppd-nos,
> bipolar), and 4 yo son
>

#266

From: "tjay1302000" <t-jay130@...>
Date: Thu Oct 2, 2008 12:54 am
Subject: Re: ALCAT test

tjay1302000

Offline

Right after I was diagnosed with breast cancer,I contacted ALCAT for
the $500 set. I paid cash, but the information has been well worth the
money.
Since then, I have combined the information from ALCAT with an eating
plan I learned from a book, Eat to Live, by Dr. Joel Fuhrman.
My skin issues cleared up. My nose doesn't drip like the faucet it
used to. A 50 year battle with constipation is cleared. AND I have
plenty of energy, though 9/20/07 I had bilateral mastectomies followed
by HARSH 5 months of chemo.
I credit ALCAT and Fuhrman with a lot of my successful healing.
I just wish I had found the information sooner...
Hugs to you all,
Teresa M.

--- In foodallergyrx@yahoogroups.com, "imsewblessed"
<imsewblessed@...> wrote:
>
> I need help deciding which panel to do. I do not have unlimited funds
> and to be honest if they won't let me use my FSA card (Federal Savings
> Account) then I will have to wait some more before I can spare the
> money for the test.
>
> Anyway... I was thinking about the panel 4. It has 100 foods, 10
> additives and 10 food colorings for $349. Panel 5 has an additional 50
> foods but it costs $125 more. Panel 3 has everything on panel 4 plus
> environmental chemicals and 20 molds.
>
> So for those of you who have had the ALCAT... is the extra 50 foods
> worth the $125 extra you pay? Do you think the chemicals and molds are
> worth the extra money?
>
> Thanks
> Cyndie
>