Gluten Sensitivity – Does it Exist? A recent paper was published based on an interview done with Dr. Stefano Guandalini of the University of Chicago Celiac Research Center. The article stated that gluten sensitivity is not a real issue, and that most people going gluten free are simply following a public trend. The article states[…]
Monthly Archives: February 2012
Corn Maize (Gluten) Found to Cause Harm Again… Since 1978 there have been a number of studies investigating whether or not corn gluten is a problem for patients with gluten sensitivity. The answer many give is that corn is perfectly safe for celiac patients. The big question is why would this advise be given if[…]
Most of you know that I am one of the world leading experts on gluten free diets and food allergy. Additionally, I am a regular contributor on Fox News when it comes to issues relating to gluten and other food allergies. Most recently, I was invited to discuss new research on gluten and other food[…]
Gluten – A Common Cause of Many Types of Anemia Iron deficiency anemia is a well known disease manifestation in those with gluten intolerance issues. The following research study also points out that gluten can cause platelet anemias as well. The number of patients in whom extraintestinal symptoms reflect the initial manifestation is rising. Common[…]
Weight Loss is Not As Difficult as You Have Been Lead to Believe The problem with many weight loss systems is that they cater to the masses without considering individual need. They use a “one size fits all” approach. This approach works for some but leaves many to ponder why the weight will not come[…]
Gluten Intolerance Test The proper gluten intolerance test tools must be used to accurately assess gluten sensitivity, whether in children or in adults. This is where a lot of people and doctors get confused. Gluten-Free Diet is Not a Trend Because going on a gluten-free diet takes a great deal of education and commitment, it[…]
Headaches and Food Triggers In the past 10 years, I have treated hundreds of cases of migraine headaches in my clinic. Most recently, I met with a young lady who was having headaches so severe that she required hospitalization and IV medications to help control the pain. In the large majority of patients, identifying food[…]
Houston Gluten Free Expo Brought a Huge Crowd This past Saturday was completely amazing! An estimated 1000 attendees joined me in the Texas Medical Center, Houston for the Glutenology 2012 Gluten Free Expo. The lecture hall was packed with Gluten Free Warriors. I talked about the changing definitions of gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. I[…]