Category: Medical Research
Perrigo’s New Gluten-Free “claim” on Drugs
By Shandra Martinez ALLEGAN — Perrigo Co.’sannouncement Monday it will be the first manufacturer in the United States to label more than 200 of its over-the-counter drugs gluten free is drawing mixed reactions. The problem is the Food and Drug Administration has not come out with a standard for what is considered gluten free, said Elaine […]
New York Times- Celiac is Underdiagosed!
An article was published today in the New York Times entitled: “The Overlooked Diagnosis of Celiac Disease”. A very well-written article on a largely over-looked topic, I wanted to share the link to the full article with everyone: Tina Turbin
I, Tina Turbin Share a Recent Real Story as a Celiac
I am sharing my story open hearted with everyone here. I want you to know I get nothing for writing this. This is simply my recent success as a celiac: I was diagnosed celiac many years ago and despite being off of gluten I still lacked “something.” I was on vitamin B injections to help […]
Celiac Disease Research Needs Support
The Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University is one of the major research centers around studying and bringing awareness to this disease which affects an estimated three million Americans. It is one-hundred percent focused on studying celiac disease and carries out research connecting it with various other diseases which it is believed to lead to […]
Proceeds from Danny the Dragon CD Supports Celiac Disease
If you’ve been keeping up with me as the children’s author of the Danny the Dragon series, you’ve probably heard me talk about the new Danny the Dragon CD, which is now released, containing a reading of Danny Meets Jimmy by a talented vocal artist followed by a compilation of ten original classic songs by […]
October Winner Of My Contest-Anthrolopogy Apron!
Tina here is my story to share with you about my precious daughter, Leah: Celiac Disease and 18 Month Old Leah! A new mom, feeding journals, diaper journals, sleep schedules… all trial and error! Leah’s precious life started with a week in the NICU, but as a fighter she bounded out and has been that way […]
As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats
You’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease or you’ve discovered you have a gluten intolerance. Now what? You’re going to have to be on a gluten-free diet from now on, your doctor informs you. But wait. Before your disappointment at the thought of diet restrictions starts to set in, take note that there are some […]
Lesser Celiac Symptoms, Yet Higher Risk of death
This is quite an article worth repeating and sharing! LA Times: HEALTH Those with less severe symptoms of celiac disease may be at a higher risk of death [Updated] Those who suffer from celiac disease have much to contend with. The immune-related disorder causes digestive symptoms when gluten is eaten, making flour-based foods such as […]
Celiac Disease a Hidden Epidemic by Peter H, R, Green, MD.
How Does Celiac Affect You? As I have said before, According to Dr. Alessio Fasano, medical director of the Center for Celiac Research, 2.5 million to 3 million people in the USA have celiac disease. This makes it twice as common as Crohn’s disease, ulceric colitis and cystic fibrosis combined. Unfortunately to date, no more […]
Dr. Maureen Ellis, Ph.D. Connects Up With Tina Turbin- Part 1
My husband I both feel like the reason I have been so successful with addressing my Gluten-Free situation is because of my ability to research in-depth every single component of this disease. The first time I went to the grocery store after getting my gluten-free diagnosis . . . I spent hours on the computer […]