Preface...

I am starting this blog to chart my personal experiences with Coeliac (Celiac) disease, I was diagnosed only in the past month and in the scheme of things from when my symptoms became severe to then was less than a year. I've since read that for others diagnosis and subsequent support can take an awful lot longer to achieve and my heart goes out to those dealing with that.

I'm writing this down because I like to and hope that if you choose to read - you do so because you are interested or feel similarly. At the moment Feb 2014 comments are open and unrestricted by funny codewords or other such stuff but I reserve the right to restrict/close them having had some experience with spam comments before.

I feel I should say that Coeliac disease itself affects my body in ways that aren't always pleasant to discuss so in the interest of trying to retain some dignity I don't plan to get graphic with the details.

New to all this, so far I have found Coeliac UK to be the most helpful and comprehensive place to go for information and support.

I'm not medically trained and don't wish to mislead anyone - always consult a medical professional if you have any concerns yourself. I do not advise anyone make significant changes to their diet without proper advice.

Filthy mirror/lens shot - 2 years prior to diagnosis