10 Symptoms of Celiac Disease: Do You Have It?
Celiac disease, also known as coeliac disease, is an autoimmune disorder that affects around 1 in 100 Americans. The disease is caused by gluten intolerance. Gliadin, a protein in wheat, causes the...
View Article11 Common Causes of Stomach Pain
You’re fully aware when one strikes—the gassy, bloated, turbulent discomfort of a stomachache. However, figuring out the direct source can be a different predicament altogether with almost any organ...
View Article10 Surprising Places You’ll Find ‘Hidden’ Gluten
The gluten-free trend forges on and many people are choosing this as an alternative diet, and not just those who suffer from Celiac disease. For the majority of people, avoiding gluten is more of a...
View ArticleInfographic: Rising Popularity of the Gluten-Free Diet
Many of us realize that a “gluten free” label doesn’t automatically mean healthy. Yet for roughly 5-percent of population with celiac disease (or a gluten intolerance) staying away from foods that...
View ArticleArthritis Diet: 7 Worst Foods to Eat
Arthritis is a general term used to describe a variety of conditions that are primarily characterized by joint pain and inflammation. The most common of these conditions are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid...
View Article12 Most Common Digestive Diseases and Disorders
Although we may feel uncomfortable talking about gastrointestinal problems, they’re incredibly common and affect most everyone at some point or another in their life. In fact, in the United States...
View ArticleMajor Health Controversies
The health community is one that is constantly changing as our scientific knowledge expands. Our idea of health and how to be healthy is always evolving. Can you believe at one time doctors actually...
View ArticleSigns and Symptoms of Gluten Intolerance
Did you know that gluten intolerance is a fairly common problem? In fact, about 18-million Americans have gluten sensitivity. Gluten intolerance is defined by adverse reactions to gluten which is a...
View ArticleTips to Enjoy a Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Dinner
Many of our favorite Thanksgiving dishes are made with gluten: stuffing, gravy, pumpkin pie, and the list goes on. Thankfully, it is possible to still enjoy most of these dishes by making some...
View ArticleHoliday Foods to Avoid on a Gluten-Free Diet
The holidays are a special time where families and friends gather together, oftentimes over food. Unfortunately, many holiday staples we enjoy during this time of year contain gluten. This poses a...
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