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Celiac Disease Diet: Gluten-Free Grains to Try
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Celiac Disease Diet: Gluten-Free Grains to Try

The number of people opting for a gluten-free diet has been rising steadily over the past several years. For many this a lifestyle choice, but for those with celiac disease it’s necessary. An autoimmune disorder, celiac disease is triggered by the consumption of gluten—a protein found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye.

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Things to Know About a Gluten-Free Diet
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Things to Know About a Gluten-Free Diet

While grocery shopping, you’ve likely noticed there are a myriad of products with a “gluten-free” label on the packaging. Even though this diet is so popular, many of us don’t have the foggiest what going gluten free actually means. Let’s clear up six common misconceptions about going gluten-free!

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New Discoveries On Celiac Disease: New Treatment Options Available
By Catherine Roberts Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

New Discoveries On Celiac Disease: New Treatment Options Available

It was always known that celiac disease is caused by hyperactivity of the immune system, but for the first time ever researchers were able to envisage the interaction between T lymphocytes and gluten, the protein that triggers the disease. Celiac disease can affect both young children and adults. The disease affects approximately 1 in 300 […]

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