celiac disease
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The Unexpected Role of Hookworms in Celiac Disease Trials
Australia conducted two clinical trials using human hookworms to treat celiac disease, involving 70 adult volunteers. While some participants reported fewer symptoms, the hookworms thrived, and villous damage persisted. Ultimately, this approach proved ineffective, leaving a gluten-free lifestyle as the… Continue reading
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Happy Gluten Free Mother’s Day
To all the gluten-free mothers out there… Whether you are protecting your own health…or protecting the health of your child… We see you.And today…we honor you. We honor the daily fight against cross-contact. We honor the ingredient labels read for… Continue reading
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Celiac Disease: More Than Just Digestive Issues
Celiac disease lurks. It doesn’t always show up as stomach pain, diarrhea, bloating, or weight loss. In fact… Celiac disease has been linked to more than 200 possible symptoms. That makes it one of the most misunderstood—and often overlooked—autoimmune diseases… Continue reading
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Iron Deficiency Anemia and Celiac Disease: The Hidden Connection
Iron deficiency anemia can be a key sign of celiac disease, often overlooked in favor of more common symptoms like bloating or weight loss. Studies indicate that up to 80% of people with unexplained iron deficiency may have undiagnosed celiac.… Continue reading
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Celiac Disease Diagnosis: Understanding the No-Biopsy Approach
Celiac disease diagnosis typically requires positive blood tests and an endoscopic biopsy. However, a “triple positive” or “no-biopsy” diagnosis is emerging for some children, utilizing specific blood test criteria while they continue gluten consumption. This method has gained recognition in… Continue reading
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They pulled me for my own safety
Celiac disease is a battle no one prepares for. Once I believed a drug trial would cure me, but my body rebelled, leading me to the ER. It wasn’t the drug; it was gluten’s truth hitting harder than ever. I… Continue reading
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Tropical Sprue – Celiac’s Cousin
Discover the hidden health risks: tropical sprue mimics celiac disease but demands a different approach to treatment. Learn why symptoms alone don’t define the disease. Continue reading
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The Celiac Disease Timeline
From diagnosis relief to embracing a gluten-free lifestyle, this journey is all about finding balance and predictability. Continue reading
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Pooping immediately after eating?
Feeling a rush after meals? It’s normal! The Gastrocolic Reflex helps your body push food through after eating, clearing space for more. While this reflex ensures digestion takes 6-48 hours, sudden symptoms like bloating or chronic diarrhea might need a… Continue reading
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Why I post…
Living with celiac disease requires constant decision-making about what’s safe and risky, often based on unreliable sources. I aim to provide you with better information, even if it challenges common beliefs. Continue reading
