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I was surprised by the number of responses I received, but even more
surprised by how positive they were. Almost everyone indicated that they feel  that
they are in excellent health and do not find living on the diet a problem.
Many noted that it is far easier today to be GF than it was years ago.

Only one or two people shared my experience. Although my health is far
better than it was before I was diagnosed, I still have a good deal  of intestinal
discomfort. I immediately accepted the limitations and  I have always been
very careful about adhering to the diet. That being  said, I still find it a
serious inconvenience.We've done a good deal of  traveling in the last 35 years,
but finding acceptable food has always  complicated our lives. My husband has
always been very supportive, but we  find it difficult to enjoy the social
aspects of eating out with other people,  because it involves carefully choosing
restaurants and then questioning the wait  staff. I still find doctors
unfamiliar with the illness. Even those who are  aware of Celiac, maintain that I must
have ingested gluten if you have  any remaining symptoms.

It is far easier now than it was years ago. I read this message board daily
and have been delighted to pick up lots of excellent information. We enjoy the
 fact that there are restaurants which offer gluten free menus. Labeling,
although still somewhat unclear, is far better than it used to be. I have
learned to cook delicious meals which are completely gluten free.

Yes, it's far better to have the diagnoses even with the inconvenience of
living gluten free, but it's still difficult for me to pretend that it's not a
tough way to live.

I envy all of you who have adjusted to living with the restrictions so
easily and who find that living gluten free has given you good health with no
remaining symptoms.

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