Dan Kline column: Sometimes happiness can be found in a muffin tin Jul 1, 2008
My wheat allergy won t kill me and I don t have Celiac disease, a condition that makes avoiding all wheat and gluten products incredibly important ... She developed Celiac disease as an adult and he was a baker who figured there must be a way to make baked goods that she would like without wheat or gluten. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Parents Magazine Names Uno Chicago Grill(R) a Best Bet Jun 18, 2008
Nutrition experts, dieticians, and food editors cited the company's lower-calorie flatbread pizzas, a menu with zero grams artificial trans fat -- as well as a gluten-free menu for those with Celiac disease -- a wide selection of grilled entrees, multi-grain pastas, shade-grown coffees and organic teas, among several other highlights in making their determination. Uno also hosts special kid-focused programs including Pizza Maker field trips. (PR Newswire)
Bowel prep oral sodium phosphate equal to fasting before capsule endoscopy for obscure GI bleeding Jun 18, 2008
Capsule endoscopy can be used to diagnose hidden GI bleeding, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, and other malabsorption problems, tumors (benign and malignant), vascular malformations, medication injury, and to a lesser extent, esophageal disease. Currently, capsule endoscopy cannot be used to biopsy or treat any conditions. (EurekAlert!)
Diets that eat away at illnesses Jun 12, 2008
Most of these diets have an obvious cause-and-effect relationship to the disease, such as the lactose-free diet for the treatment of lactose intolerance and the gluten-free diet for celiac disease. But diets without this clear connection to the causes of a disease are gathering steam in mainstream medicine as well. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Vegetarian in New York City Jun 11, 2008
Anyone afflicted with Celiac disease, or the inability to digest gluten must be more selective than the average person about which locations they patronize in NYC. One place a celiac patient can patronize without hesitation is Risotteria, located in Greenwich Village on Bleeker Street between the corner of 6th and 7th Avenue. The establishment boasts an array gluten free choices along with a sizable vegetarian selection. (Suite101.com)
Deciphering Food Additives Jun 3, 2008
Avoid if you have Celiac disease. Inulin: Safe also stimulates the growth of friendly bacteria in the large intestine, adds soluble fiber to food; and does not raise blood sugar levels. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Our View: Hits & Misses May 31, 2008
HIT: To Nicki Hai, who is starting a local chapter of a national support group for families with children who suffer from celiac disease, a condition which leads to an intolerance to gluten, which is found in wheat, malt, rye and other grains. Hai's daughter Jessica has this affliction, and her dedication to help other families that deal with celiac disease is wonderful. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Has Decreased Infection Load Of Infants Led To Increased Allergic And Autoimmune Diseases? May 30, 2008
Based on earlier studies it is known that the incidence of type 1 diabetes is six times higher and the prevalence of celiac disease five times higher among Finnish children than among Russian Karelian children. The HLA gene variants that predispose people to autoimmune diseases are however approximately equally common in both populations. (Science Daily)
Root Diggin' Nation Is Under New Ownership May 29, 2008
She noted that for many people with celiac disease and other illnesses, natural foods are necessary. Those foods can be hard to find. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Life without gluten May 28, 2008
Jill Connor / The CitizenJessica Hai, 4, of Auburn, has Celiac Disease and is unable to eat foods with gluten ... Jessica, who is now 4, was diagnosed at the time with celiac disease ... So when Hai found out that there was a national support group for families with children who have celiac disease, she wanted to start one here. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Research Advances May Help Prevent And Improve Diagnosis Of Celiac Disease May 22, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 21, 2008) For those suffering from celiac disease, there may be good news on the horizon ... "At this time, the only effective treatment for celiac disease is a lifelong gluten-free diet, a lifestyle that is difficult for many patients to manage," said Peter H. Green, MD, Columbia University Medical School ... "Unfortunately, many people are unaware that they have celiac disease, and if left untreated, it can be life threatening. The studies presented today will hopefully lead... (Science Daily)
Food for thought May 22, 2008
They offer an extensive gluten-free menu -- gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and oats that triggers celiac disease, a digestive disorder. Built into a Bonefish Grill food register is a button that reads "food allergies" that alerts the kitchen staff that they're preparing a meal for a patron with dietary restrictions. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
A Woman with Bone Pain May 22, 2008
Hyperparathyroidism in Celiac Disease. Osteitis Fibrosa Cystica. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Advances Aid Treatment, Diagnosis of Celiac Disease May 21, 2008
MONDAY, May 19 (HealthDay News) -- New research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment of celiac disease, according to studies presented at the Digestive Disease Week meeting in San Diego. Celiac disease, which affects an estimated one in every 100 Americans, is an autoimmune disorder in the small intestine triggered by a protein called gluten, found in bread, pasta and many other common foods ... Celiac disease often goes undiagnosed. (MEDLINEplus)
Go gluten-free May 20, 2008
5 million to 3 million Americans with celiac disease, a condition that leaves them unable to digest gluten. As awareness has grown, so have the number of products and books to help people cope. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
TIME SERVED: After 21 years on bench, Judge Margaret Shaw Johnson to retire Tuesday May 11, 2008
Diagnosed with celiac disease, Johnson is forced to avoid oats, wheat, barley and rye but still loves to throw pizza parties on her back porch, where she serves homemade pizza out of a wood-fire oven. There s a lot of bad gluten-free cooking out there, she said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Making Tracks for Celiacs May 6, 2008
Celiac Disease is an autoimmune disease that injures the lining of the small intestine when gluten-containing foods are ingested ... There are no known medicines or cures, and, if left untreated, Celiac Disease may lead to more serious, sometimes terminal illness. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Living Gluten Free May 3, 2008
If you know someone with celiac disease, you know the challenges they face--celiac affects the autoimmune system so that exposure to wheat protein in the digestive system can cause an inflammatory reaction ... Cassandra Coffey of Pittsford was diagnosed with celiac disease a year and a half ago. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Movers & Shakers (April 28) May 2, 2008
She is available for individual consultations and private and professional presentations regarding gluten intolerance and celiac disease for any sized group. Contact her via or 602-1065. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Jefferson Award Winner Helps Those With Celiac Disease May 2, 2008
She was finally diagnosed in her 40s with Celiac Disease ... Celiac disease is a genetic disorder where gluten or wheat products damage the surface of the small intestine ... "Ultimately, you can develop cancer down the line because Celiac Disease is an inflammatory bowl disease, and chronic inflammation can cause the development of cancer," Rinehart said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Diary of a celiac Apr 23, 2008
That's when I discovered that I am gluten intolerant, which means I don't have a full-blown case of celiac disease - a chronic autoimmune disorder where certain grain proteins, collectively called "glutens," become toxic to the lining of the small intestine ... No one is quite sure what triggers celiac disease in individuals who carry the gene. (Boston Globe)
Growth Hormone Is Used To Treat Twice As Many Short Boys Than Girls In The US And Asia Apr 21, 2008
A variety of diseases may cause growth failure -- among them, hormone deficiencies, Turner syndrome (a chromosome abnormality found only in females) and gastrointestinal conditions such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease ... Not all of these diseases are treated by rhGH. For example, celiac disease is treated with a gluten-free diet ... If a short girl is less likely to be perceived as needing rhGH treatment, she may also be less likely to undergo the diagnostic evaluation that... (Science Daily)
Story City couple changes eating habits due to celiac disease Apr 17, 2008
Kirk has celiac disease and must modify his diet to accommodate his lifestyle. "> Contributed photo Craig Kirk, of Story City, eats a piece of gluten-free chocolate crazy cake. Kirk has celiac disease and must modify his diet to accommodate his lifestyle. More and more people are learning that they are gluten intolerant. This means they are sensitive to the protein gluten, which is found in many grains. This leads to inflammation and even damage to the intestines. Some people have an even... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Wonder plant: Montana-grown camelina could solve more than energy problems Apr 14, 2008
Lying on research counters are bags of flour ground from prehistoric grains that pose no danger to victims of celiac disease, an intestinal disorder that makes it impossible to eat everything from pasta and fries to soy sauce. Rest assured, if someone ever extracts blood from a turnip, it will happen in a lab like this. (Missoulian, MT)
Gluten Free Mama comes to Corvallis (65) Apr 10, 2008
Mother of child with celiac disease creates business, cookbook ... But finally a friend suggested that Lexie get tested for celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that causes an intolerance to gluten, which is found in grains and is a common ingredient added to many processed foods ... One out of every 133 people has celiac disease, and many more have at least some form of gluten-intolerance (some doctors suggest one in seven people is gluten-sensitive). (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Navigenics offers direct consumer DNA tests Apr 10, 2008
For $2,500 and a saliva sample, Navigenics customers receive a genomic scan that determines their probability of risk for Alzheimer's disease, breast cancer, celiac disease, colon cancer, Crohn's disease, type 2 diabetes, glaucoma, Graves' disease, heart attack, lupus, macular degeneration, multiple sclerosis, obesity, osteoarthritis, prostate cancer, psoriasis, restless legs syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis. E-mail Victoria Colliver at. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Gluten Free Registry LLC Announces GPS Points-of-Interest Downloads of Gluten-Free Friendly Business Locations for Satellite Navigation Systems Apr 9, 2008
These latest two enhancements can benefit the millions of Americans with Celiac Disease get part of their life back ... Celiac Disease is a genetic disorder where the body has an intolerance to the protein called gluten which is found in wheat, rye, barley and oats ... According to the Celiac Sprue Association, "1 in 133 Americans have celiac disease". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
New Genetic Links To Psoriasis Uncovered Apr 8, 2008
They also found that variations in one genetic region link psoriasis and a related joint disorder, psoriatic arthritis, to four autoimmune diseases: type 1 diabetes, Grave's disease, celiac disease and rheumatoid arthritis ... These same variations were also associated with psoriasis and had been previously linked to type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Grave's disease (caused by an overproductive thyroid gland) and celiac disease (caused by the inability to digest gluten) ... "Doctors have... (Science Daily)
New bakery aims for gluten free Apr 5, 2008
Murphy first started dabbling in the gluten-free realm when her husband was diagnosed with celiac disease 10 years ago. She said his sister also has it and that the disease runs in families. (Bolton Common, MA)
Alba Therapeutics CEO Paterson leaves company Apr 5, 2008
The company's primary research centers on developing a treatment for Celiac disease, a digestive disease that damages the small intestine. People suffering the disease often eat a gluten-free diet. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
How harmful are plastic containers? Mar 31, 2008
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Wildrose - Three premium lines of specialty skin care, bath items, baby care, and spa products helping people with dry or troubled skin, allergies, chemical sensitivities, or Celiac Disease to cope and live comfortably. Company History. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Food For Life Baking Co., Inc. Recalls Spelt Bread Mar 20, 2008
People who have allergies to wheat or those with Celiac Disease may run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume spelt products. The recalled products were sold nationwide through health food distributors and natural food retailers. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Parents look to gluten and casein-free diets to treat autism Mar 20, 2008
In the 1960s, when Deborah Liedke of McCandless was diagnosed with celiac disease (inability to digest gluten products properly, which causes intestinal damage), most people had never heard of it. Now a celiac diagnosis is more common, as are lactose intolerance and food allergy diagnoses -- witness the peanut-butter ban in many schools due to the increasingly common peanut allergy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Blake M. Paterson MD, CEO and Co-founder of Alba Therapeutics, Wins Greater Baltimore Committee 2008 Leadership in Bioscience Award Mar 19, 2008
"Our goal at Alba has been to work with the 3 P's which include place, people, and perseverance. We are proud to be in the place of Baltimore, our people are working hard to create a new medicine for the unmet medical needs of patients with celiac disease and other inflammatory conditions, and our perseverance and determination toward achieving this goal is what drives us each day. This award recognizes the progress that Alba has made in the past year, and this provides further encouragement in... (PR Newswire)
Greater Baltimore Committee lauds leading biotech executives Mar 19, 2008
The company is developing drugs to treat autoimmune conditions such as Celiac disease. Timothy E. Askew, CEO of , won for Best New Product or Progress. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
New location for Little Caesar's Mar 18, 2008
Up north, Cathy Deics opened Centergy Nutrition and Fitness LLC at 1501 S. Mapleton Ave. in Bismarck, where Deics offers medical nutrition therapy for weight loss, diabetes, cholesterol management, celiac disease and sports, among others. She's also a Blue Cross BlueShield provider. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Seven Gene Regions Linked To Celiac Disease Mar 6, 2008
5, 2008) Scientists who last year identified a new genetic risk factor for celiac disease, have, following continued research, discovered an additional seven gene regions implicated in causing the condition ... Professor van Heel and his team, including collaborators from Ireland, the Netherlands, and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, first performed a genome wide association study in celiac disease ... Genetic markers across the genome were compared in celiac disease subjects versus healthy... (Science Daily)
Blaze a new trail Mar 5, 2008
69 for 6 ounces), a blend of sunflower kernels, pumpkin seeds, pineapple, cranberries, and apricots, still manages to be satisfying and crunchy while accessible to people with food allergies or celiac disease. Kernels and seeds add the salty nutlike backbone, cranberries the tang, and sweet dried pineapple the surprise element. (Boston Globe)
It's not easy being gluten free Mar 5, 2008
For people with celiac disease, or gluten intolerance, none of the above is possible not without suffering anyway ... Celiac disease keeps your intestines from processing the nutrients in grains like wheat, oat, rye and barley ... While celiac disease affects a little fewer than 1 percent of the population, still, that means that 600 people suffer from it in an area the size of Coos County. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Scientists uncover further steps leading to celiac disease Mar 3, 2008
The paper, Newly identified genetic risk variant for celiac disease related to the immune response is published online, on 2 March 2008, in Nature Genetics. For case studies contact: Kate Newman Press Office Coeliac UK Tel: 020 8399 7478 Mobile: 07952 071014. (EurekAlert!)
Weeding out wheat Feb 27, 2008
People with celiac disease, also known by the old-fashioned name sprue, or the more accurate but less appealing "leaky gut," don't absorb nutrients from foods ... A blood test is the only way to confirm celiac disease, and diet is the only way to control it ... Glutens are part of the proteins found in wheat, barley and rye, among other grains, and they're off-limits to those with celiac disease. (The Daily Reflector)
Retiree finds health, new venture with gluten-free foods Feb 25, 2008
Schneider suffered from celiac disease, the inability to digest the protein gluten found in wheat, barley, rye and oats ... 5 million Americans have been diagnosed with celiac disease, but that is probably only 10 percent of those who suffer from it, said Mary Schluckebier, executive director of the Omaha, Neb. (AZCentral -- Business)
Carb options for diabetics Feb 22, 2008
A: Soy and tamari sauces are often processed with preservatives or modified food starches which are hidden sources of the protein, gluten, that trigger the symptoms of the disorder called Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy. Look for a sauce labeled as "gluten-free," but when in doubt, call the manufacturer (contact information should be found on the label) to make sure that the product is really gluten-free. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Celiac disease support group forming Feb 20, 2008
Celiac disease affects about one in every 130 people ... Celiac disease is caused by a genetic disorder that "blunts" the hairlike projections in the small intestine known as villi ... Several local residents are trying to create a support group for celiac disease. (SunOnline)
Odd couples: Culinarily mismatched mates achieve harmony in the kitchen Feb 14, 2008
" To this day, when folks come to visit, the Nimans bring out the beef, pork and lamb - because, they say, guests expect it - and Bill commandeers the kitchen. For Christmas, he made a ham and Nicolette made plenty of vegetarian fixings to go with it. Comfort food favorites For their own romantic meals, they like rich comfort foods like Three Bean Chili, a recipe they adapted from Deborah Madison's "Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone" (see recipe, this page), and grilled cheese sandwiches -... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Conference to Explore America's Health Challenges Feb 12, 2008
Research and practical guidance will be presented on some of today's most pertinent health issues including celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, natural health, extending longevity, and spiritual health. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Poor Recognition Of 'Self' Found In High Functioning People With Autism Feb 11, 2008
10, 2008) Contrary to popular notions, people at the high end of the autism spectrum disorder continuum suffer most from an inability to model "self" rather than impaired ability to respond to others, said Baylor College of Medicine researchers in a report in the journal Neuron. This inability to model "self" can disrupt an individual's ability to understand the world as a whole, said Dr. P. Read Montague Jr., professor of neuroscience, and director of the Human Neuroimaging Lab and the... (Science Daily)
/R E P E A T -- Celiac disease: a silent epidemic/ Feb 6, 2008
R E P E A T -- Celiac disease: a silent epidemic. MONTREAL, Feb. 5 /CNW Telbec/ - Researchers from CHU Sainte-Justine are initiating a study on the genetic epidemiology of celiac disease among 500 Qu;bec families ... Celiac disease is the most common genetic disorder in North America and Europe. (Canada Newswire)
Whole Foods gives gluten-free tours, advice Jan 31, 2008
Many people can benefit from a gluten-free diet, including those concerned about celiac disease, wheat allergies, multiple sclerosis, lupus and other auto-immune diseases, autism and attention deficit disorder, says a Whole Foods news release. The sessions will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 6, and Friday, Feb. 15, at the Whole Foods Market at 5815 Wyoming Blvd. NE.. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Virtual Reality Teaches Autistic Children Street Crossing, Study Suggests Jan 30, 2008
(May 2, 2007) Contrary to previous studies, autistic children are no more likely than other children to have celiac disease, according to new. (May 27, 2004) Specialist individual music lessons could hugely benefit children with autism, according to researchers Dr Pamela Heaton and Dr Francesca Happe at the University of. (Science Daily)
Who picks up the gluten-free tab? Jan 29, 2008
Barbara Jordan, who has celiac disease, looks over the selection of gluten-fee food products at Price Chopper in Slingerlands ... Celiac disease sufferers, health insurers disagree over reimbursement ... Stickelmyer, a Department of Transportation civil engineer from Clifton Park, has celiac disease, a disorder in which the lining of the small intestine has a bad immune reaction to gluten. (Albany Times Union)
Gluten-free shop moves to Sunrise Jan 28, 2008
They offer tips and support to people newly diagnosed with celiac disease and a fresh take on gluten-free food for those who have been living with it for years. People with celiac disease get sick when they eat gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley ... "We're outgrowing the garage," said Ty, who was diagnosed with celiac disease about six years ago. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Eliminate jiggly thighs Fit to Eat: Trt a versatile and nutritious rice bowl Jan 16, 2008
For the estimated 3 million Americans with celiac disease, rice is an important grain because unlike wheat, it contains no gluten the protein in most grains that can't be digested by people with celiac disease. Chris Rosenbloom, Ph. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Volunteer enjoys helping others Jan 15, 2008
Shelby, along with her immediate family, was diagnosed with celiac disease five years ago. Celiac disease is a common (and even more commonly misdiagnosed) disease that affects the small intestine's ability to digest gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye ... "A lot of people don't understand that where food is stored, what oil it was cooked in, the location of its packaging and the cleanliness of cooking utensils matter when it comes to Celiac disease," Shelby said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Change your diet and change your life Jan 15, 2008
What is celiac disease ... And yet, if you ask your doctor for information you may find that the doctor thinks celiac disease is a rare childhood condition that goes away as children get older ... Celiac disease is a genetic auto-immune response to the proteins in wheat, barley, rye and sometimes oats. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Young. Smart. Sexy: A new breed of broadcaster is taking the airwaves by storm Jan 15, 2008
Diagnosed with celiac disease. University of Maryland grad.. (The Palm Beach Post)
New Genetic Link To Autism Discovered By Studying Speech Jan 12, 2008
11, 2008) UCLA scientists have used language onset -- the age when a child speaks his first word -- as a tool for identifying a new gene linked to autism. The team also discovered that the gene is most active in brain regions involved with language and thought. (Science Daily)
Bites of delight Jan 11, 2008
New cafe serves up gluten-free dining pleasures for celiac disease sufferers ... Pierce has celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that is thought to be genetic and causes a reaction to gluten, a mixture of proteins found in such cereal grains as wheat, rye and barley ... For someone with celiac disease or a wheat allergy (which is not the same), that means no traditional pizza, beer, pastas, breads and pastries. (Albany Times Union)
Albany Med College makes discovery that could help body battle tumors Jan 11, 2008
It is hoped that the research could lead to treatments for cancer, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and celiac disease. The Albany Medical College team published its findings in a recent issue of the Journal of Experimental Medicine. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Recurrent Genetic Deletion Linked To Autism, Study Shows Jan 11, 2008
(May 2, 2007) Contrary to previous studies, autistic children are no more likely than other children to have celiac disease, according to new. . (Science Daily)
Keen on quinoa Jan 10, 2008
For those with celiac disease, it's a gluten-free grain; for vegans, a complete protein. It's a cereal, a pilaf, a whole-grain crust, a vegetable stuffer, a surprise binder in baked goods. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Celiac Disease: Discovery Of Enzyme's Structure May Lead To New Treatments Jan 10, 2008
9, 2008) Researchers have discovered a new structure for a key enzyme associated with celiac disease, a finding that could lead to the design of new medications for the common digestive disorder, according to an article scheduled for the Jan. 7 issue of Chemical & Engineering News ... Celiac disease is a condition in which the stomach cannot properly digest wheat and other gluten-containing foods ... The finding that could help scientists design inhibitors of the enzyme that could serve as... (Science Daily)
Wedding Cakes Made to Match Dietary Needs Jan 9, 2008
Some bakers can make the cake sugar-free, dairy-free, or even gluten-free for those with celiac disease. People with the condition are basically gluten intolerant, which means they cannot tolerate products which contain wheat. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Clemens continues his defense Jan 9, 2008
He mentioned McNamee's despair over the health of his son, whom McNamee had mentioned as having celiac disease, a digestive disorder that damages the small intestine. "I thought I was very clear with him," Clemens told reporters. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
