Gluten Intolerance…Wheat Allergy…What’s The Difference?
Learn the differences how your body (externally and internally) can react
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
Do you have a biopsy scheduled? Knowing what to expect might make things a bit easier
There are a number of reasons why celiac disease is being diagnosed more frequently…
Did you know that cola’s contain a combination of ingredients that can increase your risk of osteoporosis?
Find out what digestive enzymes are, and how can they help when you have gluten sensitivity or intolerance
Autoimmune disease’s (like celiac disease) are when the body attacks itself
While eating out, here are some places to watch out for accidental gluten ingestion
Diet and exercise are associated with preventing chronic diseases
Learn the benefits to your body, by ingesting certain types of (good) fats
Learn what enzymes are how they are being used in treatments
Many people living with celiac disease suffer from sleep disorders of one kind or another
A doctors insight on diagnosing celiac disease
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
Real life success story…
Separate fact from fiction on this common question
Here are a few questions to ask yourself when buying groceries
Gluten has an effect similar to a narcotic, it can create an addiction to foods like bread, pasta and desserts
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
There is a greater tendency to overeat when blood sugar drops too low, so have some of these healthy snacks on hand!
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
Those who eat more generous amounts as part of a healthful diet are likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases
About 75% of celiac patients have some degree of bone loss
It is possible to be gluten intolerant and not have celiac disease
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
With a good source of protein and dietary fiber, garbanzo flour is a healthy choice
Xanthan gum is essential in gluten free baking – although some people can be allergic to it
Packed with fiber and protein, quinoa can be used in breads, salads, and even as a crispy chicken coating. Learn the secrets of how to make tender and fluffy quinoa
Fiber can play an important part in staying healthy and providing the assistance your digestive system needs to work properly
Poultry is an excellent source of many vitamins and nutrients
Here are some great and tasty ideas for lunch
Tips and tricks to cooking the perfect roast
Learning to live gluten free can be a long hard road, both physically and emotionally – here here are some tips to help ease the way
Autoimmune diseases are tricky things, there’s no one set of symptoms
Here are some healthy and tasty ideas to satisfy your sweet tooth
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?
A vegetarian diet and a gluten free diet can certainly go well together, but with one caveat…
Possibly 10% of women who can’t get pregnant may be gluten intolerant
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
Download our free Restaurant Card to make dining out a stress free and enjoyable event
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
Here are some good internet sites for buying gluten free products
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
Are you depressed because you don’t feel well? Are you sad all the time, because life is so difficult due to your digestive problems? Don’t go through it all alone, ask for help
Gluten can appear in unconventional places
Here are some tips to help you get a full nights sleep
One of the “side effects” of aging is the fact it takes longer for anything to heal and that includes the damage to the villi in the intestines
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)
Wheat can be used as a thickener in lipstick and foundation
It is not good to let your weight go up and down, up and down. It’s very hard on the whole body and can actually cause your entire system to get out of whack
It’s all about the source of the ingredients – know what to look for
Here are a few menu items to watch out for
It’s good to know which grocery store chains either carry gluten free products in a separate section or are helpful identifying the products you can eat with gluten intolerance
Learn from my experiences, here are some tips to help your transition to a gluten free lifestyle
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
You can avoid all the foods you need to avoid, and still experience gluten exposure if you are not careful
Its not just lunches that you need to watch out for – some school supplies can contain gluten
There is a light at the end of the tunnel if you follow through with a gluten free lifestyle
If you have unusual and unexplainable symptoms, consider trying a gluten free diet
Although its usually made from corn, it can be made from barley
Oats are gluten free, but that’s not what the problem is…
Both cause similar symptoms, so you may want to be tested for lactose intolerance as well
Gluten is everywhere, even in pet food
A celiac sufferer’s insight into how this disease has affected her life
Women with undiagnosed gluten intolerance who get pregnant have a significantly higher rate of miscarriage
Before you pop that pill, check the label…
Can celiac disease be outgrown? Find out…
If you have gluten intolerance, pay special attention to how much calcium you intake
There are more and more gluten free options available now at pizza restaurants – but you can always make your own with these tasty recipes…
Decorate your favorite cut out cookies with colored sugar
How to prepare the perfect roast chicken
Here are a few facts that I learned when I started taking the initiative to manage my health…
Children can feel left out even though you try to convince them they just have to eat “special” foods. But with these tasty gluten free treats, everyone will be all smiles again!