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Having one autoimmune disease increases the risk of getting another

If you have celiac disease you are at an increased risk of getting another autoimmune disease. Your risk is higher than the general population. People with diabetes are also at a greater risk of getting another autoimmune disease.

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Book Signing Event in Los Angeles, CA

6/11 From 12:00-2:00 at Barnes & Noble in Westwood, CA Meet the authors and learn more about “The Gluten-Free Edge”

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Gluten Sensitivity & Migraines

Celiac Disease is a severe form of gluten sensitivity. The symptoms of gluten sensitivity vary greatly from one person to another. Many people who have migraines may be unaware their suffering might be due to gluten sensitivity. The relationship between … Continue reading

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Is Yeast Gluten-Free?

Is Yeast Gluten-Free? Yeast is made up of a single-celled organism which multiplies quickly when fed sugar in a moist environment. One pound of yeast contains 3,200 billion yeast cells! Yeast also thrives on starch, which it converts to glucose, … Continue reading

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Book Signing Event

Meet the authors of The Gluten-Free Edge at Barnes & Noble Manhattan Beach, CA When: Saturday May 21 11:00- 4:00 pm

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Food Flavorings and Gluten

The miracles that the food processing industry has been able to pull off never cease to amaze me. A company can make dirt taste like cherries. How do they do it? Millions and millions of dollars have been poured into … Continue reading

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A man’s psoriasis story

In my early twenties I started noticing dry skin patches on my elbows, knee caps and outer ankles. The areas with skin patches incessantly itched and this itching led to open wounds. It looked ugly and people constantly asked me … Continue reading

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“Gluten May Be Hiding In Your Rice”

  A few months ago, Susan came to my office after meeting with several doctors who were unable to find the cause of her symptoms. She was experiencing bloating, gas, and fatigue after eating.   Her other symptoms included post nasal … Continue reading

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Clumsiness and Imbalance

Imbalance and clunsiness  may not be the most common symptom of the nervous system related to gluten intolerance but it is one of the most researched areas. Physicians use the term “Ataxia”  to describe poor coordination and balance. It can affect … Continue reading

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ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH VITAMIN B?

ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH VITAMIN B? Many people with gluten intolerance have vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Vitamin B deficiency seems to be a common one among Celiacs. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to healthy, gluten-free sources of these … Continue reading

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