Gluten Free & Food Allergies Archives

Is Rice Gluten-Free?

Oct 12, 2018 · Alicia Woodward · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

Rice is a popular grain that is ubiquitous in the gluten-free diet. And rice flour, both white and brown, is a standard ingredient in most commercial gluten-free baked goods and flour blends. That’s good to know if you have gluten intolerance symptoms. So if you’re asking yourself, "Is rice gluten-free?"—the answer is an … Read More

Why Is Gluten Bad for You? Gluten Side Effects Include Risk of Dementia

Jul 12, 2018 · UHN Staff · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

Think that morning bagel or pasta dinner is no big deal? Think again. Wheat contains gluten, which may be dangerous even to those that don't have Celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity. But why is gluten bad for you? Studies show eating gluten can cause brain disorders that could ultimately … Read More

Celiac Diet Basics: Combining “Safe” with “Delicious”

May 30, 2018 · Lisa Cantkier · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

The month of May—recognized as Celiac Disease Awareness Month—draws attention to this misunderstood disease. But those who eat a celiac diet all year 'round know too well the challenges—and I can relate. When I was 18 months old, I was diagnosed with celiac disease (CD)—a digestive disorder that affects approximately … Read More

Celiac Symptoms: Not Just Stomach Ills

May 28, 2018 · Timothy Cole · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

You’re worried. You’ve got a blistering skin rash, and you suddenly have difficulty walking. It’s hard to get and stay asleep and you’re psychologically depressed. You wonder, "Are these celiac symptoms? How can a little thing like gluten be causing so much havoc?" If so, remember that help is on … Read More

Celiac Disease Symptoms: Get Ready For Related Conditions

May 21, 2018 · Timothy Cole · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

You’re experiencing celiac disease symptoms and your doctor suspects you may have celiac disease. That’s hard enough. But you also need to be aware that celiac disease symptoms can tee you up for a host of related disorders. Autoimmune disorders lead this list. A 1999 Italian study published in the … Read More

Celiac Disease: How Do You Know If You Have It?

May 21, 2018 · Timothy Cole · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

When it comes to a suspected case of Celiac disease or food allergy symptoms, everyone’s reaction is usually the same: "Okay, what am I in for? How much time will this take? Is there a gluten-free food list? And what will it cost?" Notions of how to care for loved … Read More

Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance

May 7, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

If you have a list of foods that you regularly avoid because they cause nausea, hives, swelling, cramping, gas, or diarrhea, it’s natural to assume that you’re suffering from a food allergy. But it may not be what it seems. While some of these reactions are distinctly related to allergies, … Read More

Lactose Intolerance: It’s Different Than Having a Milk Allergy

Feb 2, 2018 · Joshua Feblowitz · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

If you have a dairy allergy, chances are you’ve heard this question many times: So, you have a lactose intolerance, right? Those with dairy issues commonly encounter confusion over lactose intolerance and milk allergy. Over the years, I’ve received questions from relatives who can’t understand why tiny amounts of milk … Read More

What Is Gluten?

Jan 29, 2018 · Timothy Cole · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

If you’ve been experiencing unresolved gastrointestinal issues after you eat, you may have wondered if you’re experiencing gluten sensitivity symptoms. That leads you—and millions of people just like you—to beg the question: What is gluten? In a nutshell, gluten is a protein that causes some people to feel bloated, cramps, … Read More

Celiac Disease Diet: Your Gluten-Free Planning Guide

Jan 11, 2018 · Timothy Cole · Gluten Free & Food Allergies

Keeping a strict celiac disease diet—avoiding all foods that contain wheat, rye, or barley—is essential for those with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. People on a gluten-free diet can eat a well-balanced menu with a wide variety of foods. Unprocessed meat, fish, rice, fruits, and vegetables do not contain … Read More

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