The popularity of the gluten free diet has grown dramatically. More and more parents are turning toward a gluten free diet to help alleviate symptoms of autism and other learning disorders in their children. To a large degree, many in the medical community have ridiculed this, stating that diet and the autistic spectrum have nothing[…]
Monthly Archives: December 2011
We have known it for years. Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity is a real problem and contributes to a myriad of diseases. Hundreds of thousands of people (without celiac disease) have gone gluten free and realized health improvements in a wide array of different conditions ranging from asthma to thyroid disease. Leading Researchers Recognize Non Celiac Gluten[…]
The Gluten Definitions are Changing A new research study has led to the discovery of new gluten proteins responsible for generating immune damage in patients with celiac disease. These newly discovered proteins are different from the original gluten protein, gliadin. This new study helps shed more light on the mechanisms behind gluten sensitivity. This information[…]
With more and more coming out in research about gluten intolerance, awareness continues to spread about the different manifestations of eating this detrimental protein. Studies on Leaky Brain – Gluten sensitivity research identifies a connection between gluten induced leaky gut, and leaky brain. The ramifications of these findings are important to understand the broad scope[…]
Above is a screen shot recently taken from the National Library of Medicine on gluten and liver disease… More than 250 scientific studies have linked gluten sensitivity to liver and gallbladder disease. In the medical review below, the following liver conditions were linked to gluten intolerance: Reactive hepatitis ( coeliac hepatitis) Every one[…]
A recent news story on CNN reported that Japan’s government is taking a very strong stance against obesity. According to the report, employers will face steep fines and penalties if their employees aren’t in shape. More Attention on the Obesity Epidemic is a Good Thing – Government Involvement – Not So Much Personally, I think[…]
The incidence of people suffering with asthma in the U.S. continues to grow. Interestingly enough, so does the incidence of people being diagnosed with gluten intolerance. Because asthma can be an autoimmune reaction, the next question is – Are the two related? According to a new study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology,[…]
Going gluten free can be a saving grace for many. However; a common clinical manifestation called Gluten Whiplash occurs for many who do not go TRUE gluten free. The Gluten Whiplash Effect typically occurs 3-6 months after starting a gluten free diet. Let me explain. When one initially goes gluten free, a state of dietary[…]
A recent research study linked peptic disease (heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer) to gluten exposure in patients with gluten sensitivity. This simply means that gluten and acid reflux are linked. The authors of this study recommend that all patients with non-infectious peptic disease be screened for celiac disease. Source: Scand J Gastroenterol. 2009;44(12):1424-8. Make Sure Your[…]
Does Celiac Disease Mimic RA? Is there a connection between gluten sensitivity and rheumatoid arthritis? A recent study finds a strong correlation between RA and celiac disease. The findings of the research state that patients with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis may be misdiagnosed and may actually have a form of polyarthritis caused by gluten.[…]
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