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10 benefits of a gluten-free diet

Estimated reading time: 1 minute People with certain medical conditions have good reasons to avoid gluten, but a gluten-free diet can also be beneficial for others. However, before you start a gluten-free diet, it is advisable to talk with a[…]

Can gluten cause problems in dogs?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Any dog can suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance. However, it is more common in breeds such as the Irish Setter, Samoyed, and Irish Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier. If a dog with celiac disease eats[…]

What are autoimmune diseases?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The body’s immune system protects you from diseases and infections. But if you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system accidentally attacks healthy cells in the body. Autoimmune diseases can affect many parts of the[…]

How does COVID-19 affect people with celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause disease in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections, from the common cold to more severe diseases, such as[…]

31 facts about wheat

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Wheat is one of the most ancient and important cereal crops. Here are 31 facts about wheat that you should be aware of: 1. Wheat is a member of the grass family widely grown for[…]

What is the effect of gluten on babies?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Research suggests that the introduction of gluten in the first few months can greatly increase the risk of celiac disease later in life. However, there is also research suggesting that introducing gluten too late also[…]

Does celiac disease show up on genetic testing?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes As we know, celiac disease is genetic, so many doctors recommend genetic testing. Genetic testing can be used to rule out celiac disease when a patient is already on a gluten-free diet or the test[…]

Is gluten used in cosmetics?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Celiac disease is a disease that prevents absorption of nutrients from food due to intolerance to gliadin, a glycoprotein that is present in the gluten of certain cereals: wheat, oats, rye, and barley. Although it[…]

Medical supervision in celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute It is absolutely essential to go to periodic reviews with specialists to check the good condition. Some symptoms, such as iron-deficiency anemia, may need treatment. In addition, even after the introduction of the diet, malignancies[…]

10 tips for gluten-free travel

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Maybe it scares you to take a trip if you are celiac or sensitive to gluten. But you do not have to worry. If you follow these 10 tips, traveling without gluten will be much[…]