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...]
What You Need to Know About Your Thyroid
(Family Features) It Impacts Weight, Sleep and Mental Health; but what do you really know about your thyroid? Michele Adams is quick to say, “I don’t want to throw anyone under the bus,” but it took her being hit by a car for her thyroid disease to finally be diagnosed. Adams has always been an active person, but for a few years, she had felt tired and had a constant … [Read more...]
Unorthodox ways of staying healthy
You’ve always heard that drinking more water and staying hydrated will keep you healthy but did you know that taking a glass of wine such as Latour wine 2001 also has health benefits? Here are the top 5 health tips you never hear people talking about: 1.Don’t brush your teeth You’re not supposed to brush your teeth right after eating. You might think that you need to keep … [Read more...]
TIPS FOR DEALING WITH HOLIDAY GATHERINGS
As if the holiday season isn’t stressful enough for some people, it can be even harder for those of us with celiac disease. It is hard to enjoy a big Thanksgiving dinner or any kind of holiday gathering when you don’t know if you’ll be able to eat anything that’s going to be served. And you don’t want to draw attention as the high-maintenance guest or fussy diner who isn’t … [Read more...]