Insufficient Levels Of Vitamin D Puts Elderly At Increased Risk Of Dying From Heart Disease Sep 23, 2009
3, 2009) A research group from the Netherlands investigated the effect of vitamin supplements on homocysteine levels in patients with celiac disease. They found that homocysteine levels are dependent on Marsh. (Science Daily)
Natural Remedies for Perioral Derma... Sep 19, 2009
Gluten intolerance, or Celiac disease, is responsible for a wide range of symptoms, including skin rashes. Wheat intolerance affects many people in varying degrees, and it can be difficult to diagnose. (Suite101.com)
Death Risk of Gluten Allergy Underestimated Sep 17, 2009
The risks of gluten allergies have been underestimated, according to a study published Tuesday which found increased mortality rates among people with celiac disease. Celiac disease is triggered by exposure to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley ... People with celiac disease often also have other diseases which attack the immune system such as diabetes or arthritis. (Newsmax)
Celiac Disease May Raise Risk of Dying Sep 17, 2009
TUESDAY, Sept. 15 (HealthDay News) -- People with milder symptoms of celiac disease face a slightly higher risk of dying than other people, a new study finds ... Celiac disease affects about 1 percent of people in the Western world, the researchers said, and it is triggered by exposure to gluten, a protein found in barley, wheat and rye ... According to the study, which appears in the Sept. 16 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, celiac disease is thought to be connected to... (MEDLINEplus)
Health-conscious drawn to going gluten-free Sep 16, 2009
Once strictly a daunting regimen for those suffering from celiac disease, the gluten-free diet has broken into the mainstream ... But you'll likely see benefits only if you have a wheat allergy, gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, said Dr. Alessio Fasano, medical director of the University of Maryland's Center for Celiac Research ... Gluten-free versions of products such as bread and crackers often are three times the cost of regular products, according to a study by the Celiac Disease Center... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Killick: Free radical Sep 3, 2009
His decision to get heavily tattooed came about three or four years ago, about the time when he was diagnosed with celiac disease, a digestive condition in which gluten is indigestible and harmful to the body (and which very likely may have been a contributing factor in the ulcer ordeal). About the same time, Killick also adopted his moniker, a legal change from Erik Hinds, his born name. (Athens Banner-Herald)
• Acid-reflux medication may lead to anemia Sep 3, 2009
Afflictions such as Crohn's or celiac disease affect the intestine's ability to absorb nutrients from digested food. And some medications, such as those taken for combating excess stomach acid, are known to interfere with iron absorption. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Natural Supplements that Treat Psyc... Sep 1, 2009
Mental illness may also be caused or complicated by a combination of factors including hypoglycemia and celiac disease ... Ten percent of schizophrenics have a family history of allergies, skin rashes or celiac disease ... Celiac disease is an intolerance to gluten (wheat, barley and rye) and sometimes casein (milk protein) that often goes undiagnosed. (Suite101.com)
Type 1 Diabetes Linked To Immune Response To Wheat Sep 1, 2009
Research is also needed to investigate links with celiac disease, another autoimmune disease that has been linked to wheat. This research was funded by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. (Science Daily)
Going gluten-free comes with hefty costs Aug 31, 2009
She doesn't have issues sharing with her family, she has celiac disease --- an allergy to wheat gluten ... Celiac disease affects one out of every 100 people ... Schnackenberg was diagnosed with celiac disease in March 2008. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Whats cooking? Family caregivers under pressure Aug 30, 2009
Rice contains only a trace of fat, no cholesterol and is gluten free, so its suitable for people with celiac disease. 12. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Antimicrobial Antibodies In Celiac Disease: Trick Or Treat? Aug 28, 2009
Antimicrobial Antibodies In Celiac Disease: Trick Or Treat ... Antimicrobial Antibodies In Celiac Disease: Trick Or Treat ... 27, 2009) Anti-microbial antibody formation has been reported in celiac disease. (Science Daily)
Colicky babies can frustrate any parent Aug 28, 2009
He said colic could possibly lead to other gastrointestinal conditions in later life, such as irritable bowel syndrome and celiac disease. There is no medically grounded treatment or known cause, although bottle-fed babies seem to get it more often than breast-fed infants, according to background information in the news release on the study. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Start Your Gluten Free Diet! Aug 26, 2009
Also known as Celiac disease, gluten intolerance is a condition with strong genetic markers ... Untreated Celiac disease damages the intestines and may lead to problems such as malabsorption of nutrients, anemia, fatigue, mental illness, irritable bowel syndrome, and cancer ... The only treatment for Celiac disease is strict avoidance of dietary gluten. (Suite101.com)
Restless Leg Syndrome Treatments fo... Aug 26, 2009
Conditions such as celiac disease may be associated with RLS.. Stretch regularly, focusing on the muscles involved in RLS. Most people have leg involvement, as the name suggestions, but others may have involvement of the trunk or arms. (Suite101.com)
Are statins linked to ALS? Aug 25, 2009
People with celiac disease (an intolerance to gluten in wheat, barley and rye), cystic fibrosis or short bowel syndrome may produce stools that float. Pancreatic cancer is a rare but deadly cancer. (Athens Banner-Herald)
America's 10 Brainiest States Aug 21, 2009
America's 10 Brainiest States - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Annie's Mailbox Aug 15, 2009
I was told I had IBS and figured out on my own that I have celiac disease (gluten intolerance), even though tests came back negative. After two years of abdominal pain, night sweats, diarrhea, pain in my legs (apparently a calcium deficiency caused by celiac disease), I am healthy as long as I am strict about not eating white or wheat flour products, barley, rye, and oats. (Boston Globe)
‘The Time Traveler’s Wife’ is marriage of inconvenience Aug 14, 2009
Time-travel here is treated as an annoying but manageable physical condition, like Celiac disease or Tourette s syndrome, and a surprising amount of humor is mined from Henry s little problem. So what if he drops out of his tuxedo five minutes before his own wedding. (Boston Globe)
ADA publishes practice guidelines for nutrition care for patients with spinal cord injury Aug 13, 2009
ADA has previously published evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines on adult weight management; celiac disease; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; critical illness; diabetes type 1 and 2; disorders of lipid metabolism; gestational diabetes mellitus; heart failure; hypertension; oncology; and pediatric weight management. The guidelines contain systematically developed recommendations, based on scientific evidence, and are designed to assist practitioners on the appropriate nutrition... (EurekAlert!)
MORE: 5 Fun Facts about Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Learn all about the View host Aug 11, 2009
But when she returns to civilization, she's diagnosed with celiac disease, a serious immune-system reaction to gluten. Photo Credits. (USA Today -- Life)
Bacteria May Be Connected to Colic Aug 8, 2009
He said colic could possibly lead to other gastrointestinal conditions in later life, such as irritable bowel syndrome and celiac disease. Colic, which causes an otherwise healthy baby to cry and scream often and for long periods without any noticeable reason, has no medically grounded treatment or known cause, although bottle-fed babies seem to get it more often than breast-fed infants, according to background information in the news release. (MEDLINEplus)
Peanut Allergies and the Concern Ab... Jul 30, 2009
Lupine is also gluten-free, making it safe for people suffering from celiac disease and therefore an ingredient in many gluten-free foods. Because it is also high in protein, lupine can sometimes be found in protein bars and drinks. (Suite101.com)
With Autism, Diet Restrictions May Do More Harm Than Good Jul 29, 2009
Keith A. Young, vice chairman for research in the psychiatry and behavioral science department at Texas Ath Science Center College of Medicine, said he thought "the really interesting thing they found was that there wasn't any indication of celiac disease." ... A possible link between celiac disease and autism was proposed as far back as 1961. (MEDLINEplus)
Throwing Out the Wheat Jul 29, 2009
If you've got celiac disease, these fragments set off a damaging immune response. This can show up as diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, skin rash, anemia, fatigue, or osteoporosisand the long-term prognosis isn't so good, either: Celiac patients have almost twice the normal risk of cancer, and one-third of them suffer from another autoimmune disease, like Type 1 diabetes, lupus, or multiple sclerosis. (Slate)
Celiac Disease May Strike Elderly, Too Jul 28, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Celiac disease doesn't only affect the young, new research from Finland confirms, but can strike a person for the first time in later life. In people with celiac disease, eating gluten-a protein found in many types of grain-causes the immune system to launch an attack on the small intestine ... But people with celiac disease who cut gluten out of their diet can avoid symptoms and complications. (MEDLINEplus)
Colic In Babies May Be Caused By Gut Bacteria Jul 25, 2009
Colic could prove to be a precursor to other gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease and allergic gastroenteropathies. Babies in the study were fed breast milk and/or formula. (Science Daily)
Hot dog! Coors Field offers gluten-free food Jul 24, 2009
It can trigger reactions in people with celiac disease. In addition to hot dogs, the new stand's gluten-free offerings include burgers, chicken sandwiches, brownies and, yes, beer. (FindLaw News)
Nobody's Normal Anymore Jul 23, 2009
For years, as a child, my wife suffered from chronic fatigue, later diagnosed as autoimmune hypothyroidism; when she was later anemic for more than a decade, an astute physician realized she has celiac disease ... When my younger toddler developed chronic belly pain and weight loss, he was tested for celiac disease, lead poisoning, and other unusual conditions; he was soon diagnosed with severe, chronic constipation likely related to milk intolerance (present in 2 percent of toddlers), which... (Slate)
You say potato .. I say local potatoes Jul 23, 2009
" Mr. Sammel also was pleased with the price and says the couple have tried chocolate and vanilla cake mixes and the chocolate chip cookie mix. The couple frequents many local health food stores. Thanks for the tip, Mr. Sammel; personal testaments are always welcome. General Mills, which owns Betty Crocker, is a sponsor of the Celiac Disease Foundation and in recent years has expanded its line of gluten-free products. In May it added five more Chex brand cereals. Details about the mixes and... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Celiac Disease Insights: Clues to Solving Autoimmunity Jul 22, 2009
Foods containing wheat, rye or barley trigger an autoimmune reaction (against the body's own tissues) in people afflicted with celiac disease ... Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder triggered by ingestion of gluten, a major protein in wheat, or of related proteins in other grains ... This advancement, however, came at a dear price: the emergence of an illness now known as celiac disease (CD), which is triggered by ingesting a protein in wheat called gluten or eating similar proteins in... (Scientific American)
Phillies host Celiac Awareness Night Jul 21, 2009
Oz Ostrofsky -- whose wife, Nany Lozoff, has celiac disease and whose daughter is gluten-intolerant -- was selected to throw out the ceremonial first pitch ... Celiacs who, unaware of their condition, continue to eat products with gluten suffer nutritional problems, especially anemia; reproductive disorders, which affects half of all women with celiac disease; insufficient growth in children; reduced bone density; neurological disorders; and some cancers ... "It's a great forum, and everybody's... (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
There are 2 kinds of gluten reactions Jul 17, 2009
Intolerance to protein different from celiac disease ... Q. I have chronic intestinal problems, and I've been told that I may have a reaction to gluten and that there's a possibility that I could have celiac disease ... And what is celiac disease. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Scientists Characterizes New Syndrome Of Allergy, Apraxia, Malabsorption Jul 16, 2009
All children genetically screened carried an HLA gene associated with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease ... "However this is of particular interest given the recent publication by Eaton and colleagues in the July 6 online edition of Pediatrics demonstrating a greater than 3-fold risk of autism in children born to mothers diagnosed with celiac disease. This brings some credibility to the anecdotal reports of gastrointestinal and behavioral improvements in children with autism spectrum... (Science Daily)
Cases of Celiac Disease Rise Dramatically Jul 14, 2009
Celiac disease is four times more common in the United States now than it was in the 1950s, according to a Mayo Clinic study. People who didn't know they had celiac disease were nearly four times more likely than people without celiac disease to have died during 45 years of follow-up, according to the study at the Rochester, Minn ... "Some studies have suggested that, for every person who has been diagnosed with celiac disease, there are likely 30 more who have it but are not diagnosed," said... (Newsmax)
Family history Jul 13, 2009
For the first time, researchers found an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders in children whose mothers have celiac disease, a digestive condition in which people cannot tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Autism spectrum disorders include a range of neurological problems affecting communication and socializing. (USA Today)
Datebook (July 13) Jul 13, 2009
July 30: Corvallis Benton Chamber Coalition gluten intolerance and celiac disease presentation, noon to 1 p.m., chamber office, 420 N.W. Second St. Speaker: Nadine Grzeskowiak, registered nurse. A light lunch of gluten-free goodies will be provided. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Chew on This Jul 11, 2009
In the United States, celiac disease is four times more common now than it was in the 1950s, according to a study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. . (MSNBC -- Health)
“Sweet treats” Jul 10, 2009
This is the headquarters and main kitchen of Glutenus Minimus, a company McEachern founded a year ago to supply gourmet treats for people who, like her, suffer from celiac disease ... Later, McEachern realized that she has celiac disease, a condition where the small intestine is damaged and cannot process glutens ... McEachern sells her products wholesale and meets people recently diagnosed with celiac disease at Beth Israel and Children s Hospital Boston. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Autism May Be Linked to Mom's Autoimmune Disease Jul 8, 2009
Possible causes of disorder should now include celiac disease, study suggests ... MONDAY, July 6 (HealthDay News) -- Children of mothers who have autoimmune diseases such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and celiac disease have up to a three times greater risk for autism, a new study finds ... Although the association between autism and a maternal history of type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis had been found in earlier research, the researchers behind the new study say that theirs... (MEDLINEplus)
How To Confirm The Causes Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Young Women Jul 7, 2009
A research team led by Bruno Annibale from Italy prospectively evaluate the usefulness of a pre-endoscopic serological screening for H. pylori infection and celiac disease with the use of two tests (human recombinant tissue transglutaminase IgA antibodies and anti-H. pylori IgG antibodies) in women aged < 50 affected by IDA in order to increase the compliance for gastroscopy ... Gastroscopy with biopsies confirmed in the vast majority of IDA women the presence of active H. pylori pangastritis,... (Science Daily)
Family History May Affect Autism Risk Jul 7, 2009
Children with mothers who had Celiac disease, a digestive disease where people cannot tolerate gluten, were nearly three times as likely to be diagnosed with autism. A family history of juvenile diabetes was also associated with a higher risk of autism -- the risk doubled for children whose mothers had this form of diabetes. (KERO 23, CA)
A rise in celiac disease Jul 6, 2009
Celiac disease is one of the most common causes of chronic inflammation of the digestive system ... But because its classic symptoms of abdominal pain and weight loss resemble many other conditions, celiac disease is often unrecognized and untreated, although health specialists believe it is becoming more prevalent ... Dr. Alberto Rubio-Tapia and his colleagues from the Mayo Clinic looked back more than 50 years, hoping to determine whether celiac disease has become more common. (Boston Globe)
Children With Autism Need To Be Taught In Smaller Groups, Experts Argue Jul 5, 2009
(May 2, 2007) Contrary to previous studies, autistic children are no more likely than other children to have celiac disease, according to new. (May 21, 2008) The ability to detect autism in children as young as nine months of age is on the horizon. (Science Daily)
Bob's in the mill biz for the long haul Jul 5, 2009
Roughly 2 million Americans have been diagnosed with celiac disease, which requires one to eat a wheat-free diet, according to the. Because of Moore's reluctance to take his hands off the wheel, it comes as no surprise that he has no plans to sell the company. (Portland Business Journal, OR)
Celiac Disease Making Inroads in U.S. Jul 3, 2009
WEDNESDAY, July 1 (HealthDay News) -- Celiac disease, a serious digestive system disorder, has become far more common in recent years, a new Mayo Clinic study has found ... In addition, the researchers found that the death rate was four times higher during the 45 years of the study among people who had the disease but did not know it than it was among those who did not have celiac disease ... "Celiac disease has become much more common in the last 50 years, and we don't know why," said Dr.... (MEDLINEplus)
Breaking It Off With Your Doc Jul 3, 2009
"Why do I get a stomach ache every time I eat a slice of toast?" may lead to the diagnosis of celiac disease, a condition in which gluten - a component of wheat, rye, and barley - is toxic to the body. If a doctor doesn't immediately know the answer, a perfectly good response is, "I don't know but I'll research it and get back to you.". (CBS News -- Health)
Tests Show Celiac Disease Rising In U.S. Jul 3, 2009
-- More than two million Americans are living with celiac disease -- an immune system reaction to gluten in the diet that can cause abdominal pain, anemia, and weight loss. And new research has found that the frequency of celiac disease may be increasing in the United States ... They tested all the samples for an antibody produced by people with celiac disease. (KERO 23, CA)
Vinnie’s moves down the street Jul 2, 2009
Gluten-free products are for people with celiac disease, sprue, Crohn s disease gastrointestinal conditions caused by the body s inability to properly digest gluten, which is a protein in wheat and some other cereals. It also is added to foods as a thickening agent. (Lebanon Express, OR)
What Is Celiac Disease? Jul 2, 2009
What Is Celiac Disease ... What Is Celiac Disease ... What Is Celiac Disease. (Suite101.com)
Mayo Clinic study finds celiac disease 4 times more common than in 1950s Jul 1, 2009
Undiagnosed celiac disease associated with nearly quadrupled mortality ... -- Celiac disease, () an immune system reaction to gluten in the diet, is over four times more common today than it was 50 years ago, according to findings of a Mayo Clinic study published this month in the journal Gastroenterology () ... The study also found that subjects who did not know they had celiac disease were nearly four times more likely than celiac-free subjects to have died during the 45 years of follow-up. (EurekAlert!)
Casper teen earns Congressional Award Jul 1, 2009
She also learned to play harp, and learned about handling Celiac disease, which she was diagnosed with some time ago. Her Australian trip fulfilled the exploration/expedition requirements for the medal. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
'Gluten free' new sign of the times Jul 1, 2009
An estimated one of 133 people cannot eat wheat, rye, barley and perhaps oats because they suffer from a gluten intolerance that can lead to a diagnosis of celiac disease ... Often misdiagnosed initially, an estimated 3 million people have celiac disease ... I ve eaten at Shaun s and a number of other restaurants that are starting to cater to those of us who suffer from celiac disease and I m very appreciative of the concern. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Hidden Gluten in Your Food Jul 1, 2009
Educating those with celiac disease about different forms of gluten limits their chances of getting sick and saves them money by not buying items they can't consume ... Some people might wonder about the effects of gluten on sensitive individuals or those with full-blown celiac disease. (Suite101.com)
Recurrent Mouth Ulcers Suggest Celiac Disease Jul 1, 2009
MedlinePlus: Recurrent month ulcers suggest celiac disease ... Recurrent month ulcers suggest celiac disease ... NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A minority of patients with recurrent mouth sores (aphthous stomatitis) have gluten-sensitive enteropathy, making evaluation for celiac disease appropriate in this population, according to a new study in BMC Gastroenterology. (MEDLINEplus)
Increasing prevalence and high incidence of celiac disease in elderly people: A population-based study Jun 29, 2009
Celiac disease may emerge at any age, but little is known of its appearance in elderly people. We evaluated the prevalence of the condition in individuals over 55 years of age, and determined the incidence of biopsy-proven celiac disease (CDb) and celiac disease including seropositive subjects for anti-tissue transglutaminase antibodies (CDb+s) ... The study based on prevalence figures in 2815 randomly selected subjects who had undergone a clinical examination and serologic screening for celiac... (BioMed Central)
The Starting Point: Book battles, bunnies and aliens - Oh my! Jun 25, 2009
Cape Cod author Susan Hassett claims Hasselbeck published word-for-word regurgitations of her book "Living With Celiac Disease" in the bestseller "The G-Free Diet: A Gluten-Free Survival Guide." Hasselbeck called the allegations baseless. Readers were also interested in about a hoarding incident. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Mr. Jonas goes to Washington Jun 25, 2009
Susan Hassett, a self-published author on Cape Cod, alleges in the lawsuit filed in Massachusetts that Hasselbeck, a Boston College alum, lifted content from her book on celiac disease word for word. Hassett says she sent Hasselbeck her book after Hasselbeck disclosed she had the digestive disorder last year. (Boston Globe)
Hasselbeck Fires Back Jun 25, 2009
Susan Hassett, a self-published author on Cape Cod, alleges in the lawsuit filed in Massachusetts that Hasselbeck lifted content from her book on celiac disease "word for word." It doesn't cite specific examples. The lawsuit also says the books have a similar organization and chapter format. (Fox News)
Elisabeth Hasselbeck sued over new book Jun 24, 2009
Author alleges copyright infringement in stars new book on celiac disease ... NEW YORK - Elisabeth Hasselbecks new book about living with celiac disease has landed the TV personality in the midst of a legal battle ... According to the Boston Herald, The View co-host is being sued in federal court by Susan Hassett, who claims Hasselbeck infringed on her copyrights after she published her new book about celiac disease, titled The G-Free Diet: A Gluten-Free Survival Guide, which... (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
'View' cohost Hasselbeck sued Jun 24, 2009
Hassett said in the lawsuit that she sent Hasselbeck a copy of her book, Living With Celiac Disease, last year after the celebrity disclosed she had the illness. (AP). (Boston Globe)
Hasselbeck accused of plagiarism Jun 24, 2009
A lawsuit in federal court in Massachusetts alleges that Hasselbeck lifted "word for word" content from a book on celiac disease written by a self-published author on Cape Cod ... Author Susan Hassett filed the lawsuit Monday, saying she sent Hasselbeck a copy of her "Living With Celiac Disease" book as a courtesy after the TV celebrity disclosed she had the illness last year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
One Cook's Best Dish: party atmosphere with chicken salad and lasagna Jun 24, 2009
Recent years have brought even more compelling reasons to cook at home: Daughter Jessica, now 12, was diagnosed with celiac disease - she cannot eat gluten, which is in many dishes, including pastas and desserts - and Kayla, 14, appears to have the condition as well. Stefanelli, an inveterate baker, had to rethink all her cherished recipes. (Boston Globe)
LFM: New nibbles at the Lexington Farmers' Market Jun 19, 2009
Owner Natalie McEachern was diagnosed with celiac disease in college, and started Glutenus Minimus with the help of her mom, a dedicated Italian mother. While the quality and quantity of gluten-free foods at the supermarkets has improved of late, says McEachern, she has yet to find a gluten-free cookie that compares to her mom s.. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Roizen: Better living lowers RealAge Jun 16, 2009
We answer questions that interest a great deal of our readers, such as the value of food supplements and vitamins or the difference between celiac disease and a gluten allergy, explains Roizen. We also write about pertinent health issues making headlines and discoveries revolving around health and nutrition. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
