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Celiac Disease Basics: What is Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease is also known as gluten sensitive enteropathy. Most people think of this as an allergy but it is actually an autoimmune condition in which the body mounts an immune response against the protein gluten. Glutens are primarily found in wheat, and most people relate this condition to eating…
Testing for Celiac Disease
It’s clear that Celiac Disease can be very challenging to diagnose. Stomach pain, diarrhea and bloating, some of the more common symptoms of Celiac, can also mean anything from gallbladder disease to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). There is good research, for instance, that shows those diagnosed with IBS are four…
Foods and Ingredients that are NOT Gluten-Free
If you have Celiac Disease or are allergic to wheat gluten, you need to know what foods and ingredients are likely to contain wheat gluten. Which ingredients should you avoid? Here’s a list of common ingredients and additives that contain wheat gluten. Download this list in PDF format.
Foods, Ingredients and Additives that are Gluten Free
These foods, ingredients, and additives are gluten-free and therefore safe for those with Celiac Disease or an allergy to wheat gluten. Download this list in PDF format.
Grocery Shopping for Gluten Free Foods: Getting Started
It is easier and easier today to shop for gluten free products. So many grocery stores carry myriad items for those with celiac disease. Breads, cereals, pizzas, convenience foods and pastas are only a few of the items that are now much more accessible.
What to Do Right Now
You’ve just gotten your diagnosis of Celiac Disease (or want to begin eating gluten free) and there’s always the question of “what now?” It’s pretty simple really. The first step in having Celiac Disease is to take positive action and stock your kitchen with some things that you know are…
Cross Contamination at the Grocery Store and Home
These days there are a wide variety of prepared meals available at the store. For those with celiac disease this can pose the vexing question of “should I or shouldn’t I?” There’s higher risk of cross contamination with gluten containing ingredients at the deli, meat or fish counter now just…
The Gluten-Free Breakfast
Breakfast can be a bit more of a challenge for those who are gluten sensitive. Mostly because gluten free cereals have not been as widely available but recently there’s a much wider variety on the market.
Gluten-Free Recipes: FAQ
The following items are among the most asked-about ingredients and products, and one or more may be the ingredient at issue for those recipes labeled “Safe With Cautions.” Bowl of freshly made blue cheese salad dressing with chunks of blue cheese in wooden spoon on a rustic background. Some recipes…
