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Those of you with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, please remain keenly vigilant when eating out. A recent study by Dr. Benjamin Lebwohl of Columbia University’s Celiac Disease Center, reported that one-third of the “gluten-free” foods sold in U.S. restaurants still contained gluten. The standard cutoff point for any gluten-free claim is less than 20…
Accidental gluten exposure is a serious concern for people who suffer from celiac disease (CD) and recent studies suggest that cross-contact contamination is increasingly common. One study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in February 2018, detected significant amounts of gluten in both stool and urine samples in subjects with CD who were…
Remember the old adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”? Well that may need revamping for those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, approximately 20% of Americans suffer from IBS. That’s a whole lotta folks. Apples are one of the many “healthy”…
There has been quite the brouhaha in the media about a new report from the American Heart Association (AHA). In a recently released report, the AHA advised against the use of coconut oil. Claiming that coconut oil contains saturated fat and will increase LDLs (bad) cholesterol and cause heart disease. A quick review of some…
Who doesn’t like the longer, warmer days of summer? Summertime begs you to go outside and be active playing in the sun, the sand, and if you’re really lucky, the surf. There are so many health benefits with a controlled amount of sun exposure. The sun boosts your hormones like vitamin D, which helps with:…
If you’re one of those people who have experienced uncomfortable symptoms after eating gluten containing foods, but don’t have Celiac Disease (CD), take heart!! People who don’t have a diagnosis of CD, but still experience a range of symptoms after eating “gluten” are often dismissed by the medical community. Some of the symptoms that are…
“Most people who have celiac disease are also gluten sensitive. Many people who are gluten sensitive are likely to develop celiac disease with continued gluten exposure (depending on their genetic markers)”. –Rodney Ford, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, New Zealand WHAT?!?! Did I hear that correctly? A bold and new statement to be sure. Based on…
Next step, try the Spelt Litmus Test Warning: This article is not applicable to people who have celiac disease or a wheat allergy!!! Millions of people are experimenting with eating a gluten-free diet to alleviate uncomfortable GI symptoms like gas, bloating, irregularity, and stomachaches. For many people, going gluten-free is the ticket to relief and…
Whether you are eating gluten-free because of celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or because it just makes you feel better, the goal is to live better, feel better and wholeheartedly embrace life. Eating healthfully is one component on the spectrum of wellness. Incorporating other dimensions of wellness allows you to live your life with ease,…
Easter is coming just around the corner!!! This means Easter egg hunts, cute little bunnies and sprigs of spring popping through the ground! Yet another holiday with wonderful meaning, and of course, the requisite "candy" and food associations. Here's a lovely article from celiac.com author, Jefferson Adams for all those gluten-free eaters and especially for…