The Gluten Thyroid Connection Gluten Plays a Role in Autoimmune Thyroid Disease? Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, bloating, dry skin, and joint pain are all symptoms (especially in autoimmune thyroid disease) that can persist even while on a gluten free diet. One of the biggest reasons why has to do with gluten’s impact on your[…]
Monthly Archives: March 2013
Another research study investigated the connection between autoimmune liver disease and gluten. This study investigated whether children with combined autoimmune hepatitis and celiac disease had higher remission rates of hepatitis while on a gluten free diet. The conclusion of the study is below… CONCLUSIONS:: Patients with AIH co-existing with CD achieve treatment-free sustained remission in[…]
Dr. Osborne and Gluten Free Society are excited to introduce the new expert author program! Expert authors can publish their information in a byline below all accepted articles linking back to their website, company, or related information. Benefits of Submitting Articles: Allows you to engage with more than 100,000 gluten free individuals. Displaying your expertise[…]
A number of research studies have shown that corn gluten can create inflammatory damage to those with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Past articles on Gluten Free Society have addressed this issue thoroughly. Corn Oil Linked To Villous Atrophy A study published in the medical journal, Pediatric Research, investigated different dietary fats and their influence[…]
The Irish have a high incidence of celiac disease. Recently, a study analyzed the spectrum of diseases, linked conditions, and complications found in Irish patients with confirmed celiac disease. This study was important because it adds more evidence to the already hundreds of existing studies that demonstrate the many ways that gluten can impact the[…]
Gluten Damages Nerves It is a well established medical fact that gluten can cause inflammatory nerve damage as well as incite neurological autoimmune disease. Multiple studies have made this connection over the last several years. Common neurological diseases caused by gluten include – neuropathy, multiple sclerosis, vertigo, ataxia, autism, schizophrenia, depression, and epilepsy. One of[…]
There has been a lot of talk about whether or not ancient grains are a healthier option for those with gluten issues. Some scientists believe that the increased occurrence of gluten intolerance is in part caused by the consumption of genetic hybridization and/or manipulation of ancient wheat species, and that the gluten sensitivity is created[…]
Gluten Contributes to Bone Loss in Multiple Ways… Bone Loss Mechanisms Gluten induced disease goes far deeper than celiac. There are hundreds of different symptoms, syndromes, and diseases that gluten can create. Some of the most common mechanisms behind gluten and bone loss are: Intestinal atrophy leading to malabsorption of vitamins and minerals leading to[…]
Dr. Osborne here, It is no mystery that gluten can cause and contribute to muscular loss, muscular weakness, and muscular inflammation. The consequence of this damage can prevent your immune system from being able to properly protect you. You see, muscle is a reserve tank for healthy immune function. Unfortunately, taking gluten out of your[…]