10 Celiac and Gluten Myths Busted
We call on the experts to dismantle misinformation about celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Whether you’re just starting the gluten-free diet or you’ve been gluten-free for a while, you’ve likely heard a lot about this special diet, not all of it reliable. Questionable posts on the Internet and dubious advice from well-meaning friends aren’t helpful […]
Top 6 Supplements for Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity
Supplements fill in the gaps of your gluten-free diet. Find out which ones are essential! 1. Multivitamin/Mineral Supplement Gluten-free foods are often lacking in key nutrients, like iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorous and B vitamins, because wheat is taken out of the diet and because many gluten-free foods are not fortified with vitamins and minerals, says […]
What to Do When You’ve Been “Glutened”
The holiday season is upon us and while there is much joy associated with this time of year, it can also come with trepidation for those of us avoiding gluten. Traveling and eating out can be a problem at any time of year, but parties, traveling, and eating at the homes of friends and relatives […]
Healthy Halloween: Think Outside the Candy Dish
When I first told my husband we weren’t giving out candy for Halloween, he thought I had lost my mind. I certainly didn’t want our house to be one of those places that kids complain about, but I figured a few yo-yos, a rubber ducky, or a fun toy might be a nice change from the typical candies […]
Is There Gluten In My Food?
Laura Allred, President of ELISA Technologies, Inc., weighs in with her expertise on at-home gluten test kits. With the advent of Celiac Awareness Month, it is a good time to let people know about the options they have for accessing the latest technologies in gluten testing. When you know you cannot tolerate gluten, the most […]
Celiac Myths That Need To Be Retired For Good!
There are so many misconceptions about celiac disease and so much we’re still learning. It’s critical that people know the basics to get an accurate diagnosis, stay safe, and live well. So let’s debunk a few common myths when it comes to celiac disease and separate fact from fiction. 1. You’re overweight, so you can’t […]