Diagnosing Celiac Disease can only be done with the help of a medical professional. I, for one, am a big proponent of self-discovery. With the exception of a true medical emergency, when faced with a new health condition, I believe we are best served by doing an in-depth analysis of the situation before consulting a [...]
What is the Gluten-Free Diet?
The health claims are popping up everywhere: lose weight, feel more energized. Grocery stores and restaurant chains are hopping on the bandwagon, too. But, what is the real story behind a gluten-free diet? Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley and sometimes found in oats. Registered dietician Lona Sandon said, even though only one [...]
Gluten-Free Beer Offers Real Beer Taste for Celiacs
Increasingly Americans suffering from gluten intolerance are giving up their enjoyment of beer, but there’s a homebrewed all malt-real beer option that may offer some who suffer from Celiac disease a tolerable option. Intolerance to gluten protein is the most common genetic disorder in humans effecting 1 to 2% of the American population. These estimates [...]
Gluten Intolerance Symptoms – How Do You Know If Gluten Is Making You Sick?
What are gluten intolerance symptoms? Are people with gluten intolerance just fussy eaters with a new excuse for their picky food habits? Research shows that gluten sensitivity in some form, including celiac disease and mild gluten intolerance, affects approximately 15% of the US population. These statistics are likely to be similar in Western countries with [...]