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October 24, 2019

Symptoms of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and are different in children and adults. The most common signs for adults are diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss. Adults may also have bloating and[…]

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September 26, 2019

Causes of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Research suggests that celiac disease only occurs in people who have specific genes. These genes are common and are carried by about a third of the population. People also have to eat foods containing gluten[…]

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August 29, 2019

12 myths about celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Celiac disease is a digestive disorder characterized by an autoimmune response to gluten, a protein found in rye, barley, wheat, triticale, and many other cereal grains. Celiac disease, if left untreated, can cause a variety[…]

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August 1, 2019

What happens when a celiac eats gluten?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes For most people, eating wheat is no big deal. But for people with celiac disease, even a small particle of gluten can cause a range of painful reactions that can persist for days afterwards. Gluten[…]

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July 4, 2019

Celiac disease: allergy or intolerance?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Strictly speaking, there is neither allergy nor intolerance. The allergy is immediate, we are in contact with the allergen and develop symptoms immediately. In fact, celiac disease is an autoimmune disease (generating an immune response[…]

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June 6, 2019

25 facts about rice

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Rice is a healthy and nutritious cereal and has qualities that make it ideal in any type of diet or nutritional requirement. Here are 25 facts about rice that you should be aware of: 1.[…]

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May 9, 2019

How common is the celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Celiac disease is actually a common condition, but we do not realize this because so many people who have it have not been diagnosed. Celiac disease is a genetic disease; in other words, you have[…]

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April 11, 2019

Additives that have gluten

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes When starting a gluten-free diet, learning all the hidden sources of gluten in processed foods can be a challenge. These ingredients may have simple, vague names like flour or food starch. If you have celiac[…]

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March 14, 2019

How serious is cross contamination for celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Cross-contamination can occur with the smallest piece of bread or a little flour dusting in the gluten-free kitchen. If your gluten allergy or sensitivity is severe, you can have adverse reactions to even a small[…]

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February 14, 2019

Is there gluten in alcoholic drinks?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes People with celiac disease need to be careful about what they eat and drink. Many foods and drinks contain gluten, including some alcoholic drinks. Beers made with hops and barley are not recommended for people[…]