gluten
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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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Misunderstanding or disrespect?
Living gluten-free in a world filled with gluten-laden foods can be challenging, and it often requires people to make an effort to understand and accommodate our needs. 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
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Shhh….silent celiac disease
Silent celiac disease is a hidden threat, where the immune system reacts to gluten even without symptoms. It demands trust in diagnosis and discipline, as nutrient absorption is impaired silently over time. Continue reading
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Thank you – Video
Living while being gluten free is the whole point of this site. Continue reading
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The quiet parts we don’t talk about….
Living with celiac disease isn’t just about avoiding gluten; it’s about facing the silent worries and doubts that linger in the background. Those unspoken fears about unexpected illnesses and reactions from others can weigh heavily, especially when considering the long-term… Continue reading
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Celiac Disease Diagnosis is Backwards
To prove you have celiac disease, you often have to do the very thing that is damaging your body: Eat gluten. That sounds backwards, because most of the time when something hurts us, the solution is simple — stop doing… Continue reading
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Thank you to Clinical Trial Participants
Clinical trials are challenging, physically and emotionally draining, yet essential for celiac disease progress. Volunteers face uncertainty and toll, but their efforts lead to valuable science. Thank you to those who participate. 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
