And we’re back for more gluten free news, but first check out this pretty humorous parody of “Royals” by Lorde: Royals candies are a British thing I think, since I’ve never heard of it myself, but it’s still pretty funny! Now, onto the news: Most People with Celiac Disease Open to Pharmaceutical Treatments This article Read More …
This post is getting out a bit later than I wanted, as yesterday I was in the city all day for a collaborative meeting between Social Justice Solutions (my other writing job) and a few other organizations. But, better late than never. Doctors Say Changes in Wheat Do Not Explain Rise of Celiac DiseaseThis is Read More …
5 Tips for Making Gluten-free Guests Feel at Home for the HolidaysNow that it’s almost fall many of us start preparing for the holidays, and it is never too early to remind hosts about the importance of addressing their guests dietary needs. This article, by Gigi Stewart (Gluten Free Gigi) is a great place to Read More …
There isn’t much new news on the gluten free front this week, with the exception of articles about how to celebrate National Celiac Awareness Day, which occurred yesterday. So, here’s a short round up: Crumbs Bake Shop to Open Gluten Free Store in Greenwich Village in October 2013Crumbs is a NYC founded store specializing in Read More …
Head trauma linked to slight increase in celiac disease riskThis large scale study looked at almost 30,000 subjects with Celiac Disease, and compared them to over 100,000 controls to determine if early head trauma had anything to do with a CD diagnosis later in life. They found a slight increase in the likihood of being Read More …
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Men with Celiac Disease Shorter than Non-celiac PeersThis recent study looked at the end height, your final adult height, in men and woman with Celiac Disease. There findings were interesting. Men with CD were shorter than men without the condition, while there was no real difference in height between women with or without CD. The Read More …
Schar’s Quality of Life Questionnaire Although not so much news, I felt it was important to share this. This survey from Schar is assessing the use of Social Supports in those with Celiac Disease, as well as their overall quality of life. This, to me, is a very important area of research needed for those Read More …
FDA Defines “Gluten-Free” for Food LabelingThis biggest news this week is likely the FDA decision to finally define and standardize gluten free labeling in the United States. The law would require that food labeled gluten free meets particular criteria, such as containing <20ppm of gluten. Companies have a year to come into compliance. This new Read More …
Young Adults with Celiac Disease May Risk Early AtherosclerosisA new study suggests that young adults with Celiac Disease may be at increased, and earlier risk of Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, and associated cardiovascular issues. This association is likely linked to chronic inflammation, and once a gluten free diet was being followed the risk Read More …
