24 May 2016
celiac in the military

Coping With Celiac Disease In The Military

In a Facebook discussion recently, the topic arose concerning  celiac in the military and we were intrigued with solutions for those who may be learning how to cope while serving our country. Military servicemen and women find themselves in unusual living situations and are required by virtue of their position to easily adapt to situations. With […]

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26 Apr 2016
wheat allergy

Common Wheat Allergy Symptoms and Reactions

Thankfully, the health community and the general population is starting to develop a working understanding of wheat allergy symptoms, reactions, and treatments. If you think you might be dealing with a wheat allergy, the first step in a diagnosis is to understand what the related symptoms and reactions are to ingesting wheat. We will cover […]

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12 Apr 2016

Is Celiac Disease Hereditary?

Celiac disease affects approximately one in a hundred people.  It can develop at any age, and usually, symptoms will manifest from inflammation of the gastro-intestinal tract caused by an extreme sensitivity to gluten.  Common manifestations include gastric distress, and sometimes weight loss through inadequate nutrient absorption – weight gain is also possible, but rarer.

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07 Apr 2016

Our Tips For Avoiding Gluten Cross Contamination

If you have celiac disease or are gluten sensitive, even trace amounts of gluten in your food can be a serious concern. Gluten cross contamination happens when regularly gluten-free foods come in contact with, and are contaminated by gluten containing foods. Cross contamination may occur during storage, preparation, cooking and consumption. It is always a good […]

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05 Apr 2016
restaurants with gluten free menus

Mainstream Restaurants with Awesome Gluten Free Menus

Although a gluten-free diet is suggested to be followed by those with celiac disease many others are adapting this diet as a way of making smarter food choices. As more and more folks determine they have a gluten intolerance, the more mainstream it is becoming. Lucky for us all, popular restaurants are expanding their menu […]

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29 Mar 2016

8 Easy Ways to Get More Fiber In Your Diet

Fiber is an extremely important part of your diet. Though most people focus on getting enough protein, the right balance of carbohydrates and avoiding too much sugar and salt, the majority of Americans are only getting about half of the recommended fiber intake. Fiber matters because it helps you digest food, keeps constipation at bay, and […]

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22 Mar 2016

Why Are Gluten-Free Products So Expensive?

We know that eating gluten free is a matter of making the healthier choice for many, however, many others do so out of necessity. Until there are no-fail treatments for celiac disease, those who have been diagnosed must adhere to a strict gluten-free diet. Nevertheless, special dietary needs often comes at a price. Have you found […]

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28 Jan 2016
good gluten free bread

What Makes a Good Gluten Free Bread?

One of the toughest things about purging gluten from your diet is the change in taste you’ll undoubtedly experience.  Since gluten free breads are baked  without the benefit of the almost magical baking properties of gluten, finding a practical – and tasty – substitute can certainly be a challenge.  While many Celiac’s are gifted enough […]

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