Because Celiac Disease (CD) can manifest in various ways, it is often difficult to diagnose. In children, this is more often than not the case, especially with very young children who lack the ability to verbalize their symptoms accurately or at all. While the typical gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, such as ... Read more HERE

Adopting a gluten-free lifestyle is necessary for individuals with Celiac Disease (CD) or Gluten Sensitivity (GS) in order to become and remain healthy. There is cause for concern; however, that some vital nutrients previously derived from gluten-containing foods will be lost with this dietary change. Fortunately, many naturally gluten-free foods are rich in essential nutrients such as fiber, iron, calcium, and folate, which may be lacking in a gluten-free diet. Fiber is perhaps best known... Read more HERE

Some individuals endure years of misdiagnosis before discovering that the reason for their ill health is gluten, the protein found in certain grains like wheat, barley, and rye. Some of these individuals discover that they have Celiac Disease (CD), while others test negative for CD and instead suffer from Gluten Sensitivity (GS). Because the road to a proper diagnosis of either of these conditions is often a long one, it may be helpful to differentiate between the two and to discuss the common symptom profile of each one. Highlighting common misdiagnoses and revealing the current medical tests available may also be beneficial to those seeking answers to their health questions. ... Read more HERE

Entire grocery aisles are devoted to it, restaurants have separate menus for it, and the media is abuzz about it these days. Being gluten-free is no longer an unheard of concept, and is becoming a way of living for many, gaining more mainstream ground every day. Once we learn that gluten, a protein found in certain grains (like wheat, barley, and rye), is to blame for our maladies, some of us forget that even though we have discovered our answer, not everyone has. So, for all of those who are still searching for answers and seeking relief for health issues stemming from an unknown cause, I want to share my personal experience... Read more HERE

Hello! I am so excited to be a part of Health Central's IBD site and to be able to share my knowledge and personal experiences about living a gluten-free lifestyle! For some, adopting a gluten-free diet is a choice, but for others, it is a necessity. According to current data from the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, ... Read more HERE