Raising children is one of the most exhilarating, precious, and terrifying parts of life. Every parent’s biggest fear is for their child to be sick or injured. Unfortunately, celiac disease has slowly also begun also to affect children, and we’re here to help make sense of it all. Currently, it is estimated that roughly one […]
If you’re living gluten free, you likely know all too well what it feels like when gluten makes it’s way into your diet. In the celiac world, this is called “getting glutened” – it’s also known as gluten poisoning. Doesn’t sound too pleasant, does it? Well, it is not. Those who have recently been diagnosed […]
If you have been diagnosed with celiac disease, a biological relative has a higher risk of getting it as well. Celiac disease happens to be genetic. Many people don’t discuss celiac awareness and how one person in a family can be an eye opener for the remaining family members. One big question is if family members […]
Even in the information age, misunderstandings still abound when it comes to celiac disease. You’re well aware of that fact if you’re dealing with it. Here are some thoughts to consider in busting some of the myths of celiac disease.
People who are gluten-sensitive, as well as those who have celiac disease, may experience similar symptoms, including fatigue, diarrhea, gas and bloating. If you experience these symptoms after eating a food that contains gluten, it is important for you to get tested for celiac disease. The disease is a lifelong autoimmune disorder. If you do not […]
If you have Celiac Disease then you probably already know that your baby may be at a higher risk of developing symptoms of gluten intolerance as well. Some argue that early screening is important for infants and children who are at risk of developing symptoms of the disease, but even if a child tests positive for Celiac […]
The recent hullabaloo over gluten-free food is more than just another diet trend, it is a response to the recent discovery of the prevalence of Celiac Disease. A seldom known autoimmune disorder, Celiac Disease is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide (according to the Celiac Disease Foundation), and often goes untreated. If you have Celiac […]
Today, Celiac disease affects over two million people in the United States. There are a number of symptoms associated with Celiac disease, including constipation, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, but many people do not know that Celiac can also cause joint pain, iron deficiency, fatigue and depression. Learn more about the symptoms of celiac disease in this […]
Are you having mild flu-like symptoms that persist for months leaving you too tired to do what you love? Have you rapidly lost or gained weight without changing your diet? Do you have persistent gut pain, diarrhea, or constipation that you’ve “just learned to live with”? If you answered ‘yes’ to one or more of […]