Frequently Asked Questions

Until you are familiar with a companies’ seasoning product, you must always read the label

High-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet

Based on eating only plants and animals that were around during 2.6 million years ago

Avoid foods that are high in carbohydrates and added sugars

Food choices that are low-carbohydrate, low-fat, and low-sugar

Low sodium is defined as 140 mg of sodium per serving

Choosing lean meats, low-fat dairy options, and limiting fat and oil intake

A very strict diet where absolutely no complex carbohydrates are allowed

No animal or animal products of any kind is allowed, including dairy and eggs

Yes they do. Find out what food products barley and malt can be found in

Yes..and maybe no. There are a few things you need to look for on the label to be sure

Most peanuts are naturally gluten free, it’s cross contamination that is the problem

Find out what dairy products you need to watch out for

Both have similar properties, so learn why you would use one over the other

Research is being done on ancient strains of wheat, determining if they have lower gluten levels than wheat grains of today

Learn how eating grass fed meat is better for your health and your body

It’s not just about listening to other people problems, you can learn things you didn’t know that can help you with your situation

Learn which ones of these starches DO contain gluten, and what other things to watch out for

No need for your kids to stay home this summer – there are new gluten free summer camps opening all the time!

Caramel coloring, vanilla, wheat grass?? Gluten free or not? Lots of misinformation around, here are some facts…

Rice, wine, cider, balsamic and more…we break it all down and let you know the facts

Learning what to eat is the start in getting your health back on track

You can ingest some gluten (from cross contamination) without feeling any symptoms. However once you exceed this amount, digestive issues may follow

Be aware of cross contamination

Probiotic bacteria function to aid in proper absorption of nutrients and protect against infection

Did you know that the number of people diagnosed with celiac disease doubled every 15 years since 1974?

Just because you haven’t tested positive for celiac disease, doesn’t mean you aren’t gluten sensitive

Cross contamination, unidentified allergies, or a misdiagnosis may be the problem

It may be time for a second opinion…

Here are some things to try and ease your symptoms if you accidentally ingested gluten

Learn the differences how your body (externally and internally) can react

If you experience loss of balance, and tremors, it may be related to your gluten intolerance

Did you know that cola’s contain a combination of ingredients that can increase your risk of osteoporosis?

While eating out, here are some places to watch out for accidental gluten ingestion

Learn the benefits to your body, by ingesting certain types of (good) fats

Learn what enzymes are how they are being used in treatments

Its not as simple as a genetics, other factors can influence the presence of the disease

There are several differences you should know about which may affect your choice in the future

Separate fact from fiction on this common question

Here are a few questions to ask yourself when buying groceries

As we age the body gradually loses its ability to synthesize CoQ10, learn why you may want to supplement

Did you know gluten can cause an addictive response that is similar to a drug addiction

Some contain gluten, learn what to watch out for

Low potassium levels then lead to severe muscle weakness, muscle cramps, and numbness or tingling sensations in the arms and legs

Learn which ones can contain hidden gluten

Iron functions primarily as a carrier of oxygen in the body, but is also essential to all cells in the body

It’s not whats inside the candy that you need to watch out for…

Vitamin B deficiency seems to be common among celiacs

Learn some things to help make your next trip symptom free

Approximately 12 million people are diagnosed with diabetes in the United States

Researchers found that some thyroid symptoms can disappear after 3 to 6 months of a gluten-free diet

Xanthan gum is essential in gluten free baking – although some people can be allergic to it

Poultry is an excellent source of many vitamins and nutrients

Learn some tips for traveling abroad

Malabsorption of nutrients may actually affect the ability of the brains neurons to fire properly

Refractory sprue is what people with celiac disease are said to have when the gluten free diet doesn’t work

Gluten free diet is healthy because you eat more fresh fruits and vegetables

Learn a few simple steps to help you on your gluten free diet

Did you realize that there are 3 types of celiac disease?

The first meal of the day is important for setting the metabolic rate for the day – which means it’s important for weight control

There are many common symptoms between thyroid and celiac disease

Do you have ringing in the ears, sore tongue, irritability, muscle weakness and confusion?

You have to stick with your gluten free diet even when you continue to have some symptoms – your body needs time to heal itself

You must know which starches to avoid – some contain gluten, but aren’t listed as separate ingredient

When someone is gluten intolerant, it affects everyone in the family

Learn some tips to make your first gluten free grocery shopping trip a bit less stressful

There are a lot of ethic foods that are naturally gluten free – so learn what they are, and enjoy!

No! And here’s why…

You may want to be checked for Sjögren’s syndrome

One of these has a negative long term health effect on your body – so know the difference!

If the label says a product is wheat-free, it could still contain gluten proteins – know what else to look for when reading labels

Gluten can appear in unconventional places

Here are some tips to help you get a full nights sleep

Here are a few tips to help teenagers cope with learning to live gluten free

Did you know people with gluten intolerance often have dental enamel defects?

It’s all in the distillation process (or I should say it’s NOT – gluten that is)

It’s all about the source of the ingredients – know what to look for

Here are a few menu items to watch out for

If you can, plan ahead! Here are some things to keep in mind…

There is no substitute for planning ahead – remember to stock your disaster kit with gluten free products like these…

Don’t be wary of summer picnics, make some of these tasty recipes to bring with you

Its not just lunches that you need to watch out for – some school supplies can contain gluten

If you have unusual and unexplainable symptoms, consider trying a gluten free diet