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Activated Charcoal & Celiac Disease
Activated charcoal may help with bloating and gas symptoms, but it doesn’t remove gluten from your system. Its porous structure traps molecules, but gluten proteins are too large to bind effectively. Always consult a doctor before using it regularly. Continue reading
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When a Teen with Celiac Starts Testing their Diet
Navigating celiac disease together: a family’s commitment to health and wellness. Continue reading
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Science Wednesday: What Actually Happens When Someone With Celiac Eats Gluten?
When gluten fragments evade digestion and cross intestinal barriers, they become targets for the immune system in celiac disease sufferers. TG2 enzymes modify these fragments, and genetic markers like HLA-DQ2 and DQ8 trigger an inflammatory response, turning harmless food into… Continue reading
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Why your Gluten Free Comfort Food Strategy Matters.
When you’re sick, your ability to function drops, and you crave comfort food that’s safe and familiar. My go-to gluten-free tomato soup is simple yet satisfying, offering a comforting meal without the hassle of gluten-free products. Prepare a few comforting… Continue reading
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Navigating the Grocery Store – The Celiac Way
Simplify your gluten-free shopping with this easy system: start by seeking Certified Gluten-Free labels, then evaluate trusted brands or smaller companies you know. Pay close attention to ingredient lists for hidden risks like barley and soy sauce, and steer clear… Continue reading
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Why I named my site
I changed my logo. You probably noticed. I love it. But I also knew exactly what the reactions would be, because they’ve followed me since the very beginning. Some people don’t like the name “Fat Celiac.” Some find it uncomfortable.… Continue reading
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E Book Download
I thought you might like this free ebook to download important information about grocery shopping. How to spot gluten on labels, simple guidelines on how to read labels, and what all of the certifications and working on labels mean. Continue reading
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Research vs Reality – Celiac Patients caught in the middle
Good base — this is already strong. I’m not going to change your voice; I’m just tightening flow, clarifying a few phrases, and sharpening the message so it reads intentional instead of slightly meandering. Here’s the edited draft: I spend… Continue reading
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Living Gluten Free = Lots of Detective Work
Celiac disease transforms you into a full-time label reader and part-time scientist. It’s not about giving up bread; it’s about carrying the mental load of being the sole decision-maker for your health every day. Continue reading
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Thoughts of a Gluten Free Mad Woman
discussion of several topics – gluten free food isn’t expensive, food insecurity in the gluten free world, and various other thoughts. Continue reading
