Gluten Free News Round-Up: March 10th-16th

Undiagnosed Coeliacs Disease a Time Bomb
It’s Celiac Awareness Week in Australian, and this article discusses the state of undiagnosed CD in Australia. It truly is a challenge to diagnose CD, but increased awareness helps so it’s great to see awareness being spread!

Case Study: Undiagnosed Coeliac Disease
In theme with the above article, here is a cause study discussing the symptoms, previous diagnostic history, diagnosis, and implications for an individual with undiagnosed CD. I find the point about getting screened if you have a relative with CD to be incredibly relevant, and something my family just cannot wrap their head around!

Race for Fix to Celiac Disease Underway in Boston
With the move of the Center for Celiac Disease Research and Treatment to Boston, the cure for celiac disease is becoming a heated battle. This article discusses some of the inner workings of the possible treatments and the business behind them.

New Nutrition Strategies Needed to Help World Cope with Changing Diets
This UN article briefly touches on the importance of shifting our nutritional strategies as diets shift due to urbanization, life style changes, and economic growth. The article stresses the importance of having holistic and integrative strategies that include individuals on all levels of the food development/processing chain.
 

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