For many, the shift from a serene summer routine to a more rigorous, action-packed school schedule can easily cause back-to-school burnout. It's a hectic time for parents?but it's even more stressful for kids. Now is the time to pay attention to their nutritional and self-care habits to keep their bodies and brains in tip-top shape from the minute the school bell rings. Family … [Read more...]
How to Treat Gluten Intolerance and Celiac Disease
The treatment for celiac disease and gluten intolerance is a gluten-free diet, which means abstaining from any food that contains gluten. In August 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a standard for gluten-free labeling. According to the rule, in order for a food to bear the label “gluten-free” it must be: Naturally gluten-free. Naturally gluten-free … [Read more...]
Gluten and dairy restriction: Our children deserve better!
When children experience respiratory, digestive, behavioral, or other health challenges, many parents naturally seek out dietary solutions. Unfortunately, the prevailing confusion in this area provides fertile ground for misconceptions and counterproductive dietary fads. Among contemporary trends, avoiding gluten and/or dairy products are two of the most popular. Does taking … [Read more...]
Does Gluten Cause Cancer?
Do those with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease have an increased risk for developing this deadly disease? We will get to that shortly. First let’s dive into some statistics and facts around this deadly disease. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 1.5 million new cases diagnosed per year. About 40% of American adults are … [Read more...]
The Link Between Celiac Disease in Children and Pollutants
A small pilot study suggests, but does not prove, that chemical pollutants might be an environmental factor associated with celiac disease in children. This is the first research to link the autoimmune disorder with persistent organic pollutants (POPs) detected in blood samples from celiac patients. POPs are synthetic chemicals that persist for many years in the … [Read more...]