Friday, September 13, 2013

About Women's Health: Gluten 101

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From Rachel Berman, your About Women's Health Editor
"If the patient can be cured at all, it must be by means of diet" - Samuel Gee, MD. Today is National Celiac Disease Awareness Day and the birthday of Dr. Gee, a British physician who is credited as being the first to identify the link between the disease and diet. Because women are diagnosed with Celiac disease at a rate of 2 to 3 times more than men, let's talk about that dietary link, gluten, and what it may mean for you.

What is Gluten?
All you need to know about gluten and why it's so hard to avoid. Read More...

Celiac Disease vs. Gluten Sensitivity
Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity are actually two different reactions. Learn more about the differences and when it's important to see your doctor.

Will a Gluten-Free Diet Help IBS?
While a gluten-free diet isn't necessarily healthier for non-Celiac sufferers, could it help other gastrointestinal disorders like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Read on to find out if you should try a gluten-free diet.

Gluten Free School Lunch Recipes and Tips
Because the classic PB&J won't fly for a child with gluten sensitivity, preparing a lunchbox can become challenging. Here's a week's worth of gluten-free lunch recipes that kids (and moms) will love!

 


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