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Madrid Coffee Cakes – Q and A on Gluten-Free Grain-Free Company
Before reviewing all the delicious flavors of Madrid Coffee Cakes, I wanted to get a feel for the company and what makes them so unique. Read their interview below and stay tuned for their product review in two weeks! So you have this wonderful bakery in Marlborough, Massachusetts and are now selling delicious gluten […]
Study Shows Contamination of “Naturally” Gluten-Free Grains
Just because a grain is supposed to be “naturally” gluten-free, doesn’t mean that it is! Gluten is a protein found in the grains wheat, barley, and rye, and is inherently lacking in grains such as oats, buckwheat, quinoa, millet, soy, sorghum, flaxseed, rice, and amaranth seed. However, a study tested 22 of these “naturally” gluten-free […]
Celiac Blood Testing is Only 20 Percent Accurate
Currently a popular method of celiac testing is a blood test, but some people with celiac disease can get blood testing multiple times and the results will nevertheless be negative. In fact, this method is inaccurate 80 percent of the time, according to Dr. Datis Kharrazian, Blood Chemistry Seminar instructor and the formulator for Apex […]
Autism-Vaccine Author Defends His Research
Dr. Andrew Wakefield, who published a study in 1998 about the possible link between autism and vaccines which was subsequently questioned and discredited by the medical community, has defended his work in an interview on CNN. Dr. Wakefield’s work has been discredited over the past several years, and ten of the eleven doctors who were […]
Gluten-Free and Your Aging Body wins Silver Medal!
It’s always an honor to be recognized for your work. I don’t think anyone could deny that statement and recognition from your peers is always a grand experience. With Danny the Dragon receiving non-stop recognition since its release, I keep thinking it can’t get better. A few months ago, I received confirmation that my eBook […]
Symptoms of Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH)
There is a common and characteristically celiac symptom that people should be aware of—dermatitis herpetiformis (DH), also known as the “gluten rash.” According to the Canadian Celiac Association, DH is “a blistering, intensely itchy skin rash.” It’s usually symmetrical in shape and is most commonly located on the elbows, knees, buttocks, and upper back. According […]
Is That Drug Gluten Free?
Being celiac, I am constantly checking the ingredients of products I come by to see if I can ingest them or not. I have become quite good at this over time and as my knowledge of gluten has truly expanded. One point which still baffles me is the topic of medications. I can hardly understand […]
My struggle with Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH)
Seeing as today is my Birthday, I wanted to share with you all a personal story of mine. It has now been 5 years since I was diagnosed with celiac disease. My health is back to normal and although I still struggle from time to time I am doing so much better.I hope my following […]
Celiac Disease: A Look into its Pathogenesis
According to the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA), the pathogenesis—that is the cause and development—of celiac disease consists of three factors: “genetic, environment and immunologic.” With regard to genetics, the CCA points out that more than 97% of celiac patients have the genetic markers HLA DQ2 and/or HLA DQ8. Celiac disease is now known to be […]
What Is All this Talk About Celiac Disease?-eBook
If you’re like most Americans, you probably haven’t even heard of celiac disease, which causes reactions that can affect the entire body, creating both physical and mental problems. The problem is that about 97% of over 3 million Americans who have celiac disease don’t even know it and doctors don’t much about it either. However, […]
Gluten and Your Pet-eBook
It’s not a new concept that our health has much to do with our diet, and it’s not surprising to find that the same is true with our pets. Over recent years, eliminating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, from the diet has grown increasingly popular. Gluten has now been shown to […]
The Only Treatment for Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Celiac patients and those with Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) (the “gluten rash”) have only one treatment option for their condition, but luckily it’s simple, effective, and non-medicinal. According to the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA), this treatment is “a STRICT GLUTEN-FREE DIET FOR LIFE.” DH patients may also use the drug Dapsone to suppress their symptoms. As […]
The Amazing and Effective Gluten Intolerance Group in North Texas
Betty Barfield is President oif one of the most active Gluten Intolerance Group in North Texas. I have asked her to share a few words with you and to bring you into her world, her thoughts and what drives her and her team to have one of the most successful and effective celiac support groups. […]
Tina Turbin Featured on BlogTalkRadio’s Magnificent Menopause radio show!
Tina Turbin once again hits the radio with the lovely Carrie Pierce and Gail Edgell on their show “ Magnificent Menopause”. Tina, Carrie and Gail had such a great time last time they were all together they knew they had to do it again! Tina had a wonderful time sharing her knowledge of gluten sensitivity […]
Celiac Nurse Publishes Gluten Toxicity eBook
The celiac community has seen a surge of helpful resources in the form of eBooks, including Gluten Toxicity: The Mysterious Symptoms of Celiac Disease, Dermatitis Herpetaformis, and Non-Celiac Gluten Intolerance by Shelly Stuart, R.N., B.Sc.N. The book contains 248 pages and 30 chapters of clearly laid-out answers and advice for those with celiac disease, DH […]
New Beginnings for GlutenFreeFind.com
With another year past and new beginnings in our future, we found it only appropriate to feature a wonderful article from the new site GlutenFreeFind.com. Not only is this site wonderful but the founder was diagnosed with celiac disease in the late 70s as a toddler. She has worked with children with special needs and disabilities […]
Distilled Beverages and Gluten
Distilled beverages, alcohol, and vinegars are gluten-free. Distilled alcohol is also known as “spirits” or “liquor” and comes from distilling fermented foods such as grain, fruit, and vegetables. According to Living Without, research shows that gluten peptides are too large to make it through the distillation process. Watch out for liqueurs, though, which are distilled […]
Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH): What Is It?
Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH), also known as the “gluten rash,” is “a blistering, intensely itchy skin rash.” Usually symmetrical in shape, it’s most commonly located on the elbows, scalp, knees, buttocks, and upper back. According to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD), people can experience the rash on other parts of the body and severity […]
Dermatitis Herpetiformis Treatment Explained
Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) is “a blistering, intensely itchy skin rash.” It’s usually symmetrical in shape and is most commonly located on the elbows, knees, buttocks, and upper back. People can experience the rash on other parts of the body, and severity of symptoms can vary. Just as with celiac disease, the prescribed treatment is the […]
Celiac Symptoms in Children
The symptoms of celiac disease cover a wide range and are variable from person to person, but according to the Canadian Celiac Association, there are some symptoms that seem to be particularly common among celiac children. These are: vomiting, irritability, behavioral changes, delayed growth or puberty, short stature, and dental enamel abnormalities. According to Celiacs, […]
