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Claire fiddles with a napkin, folding and unfolding it, while telling me the story of Her and Food. “I guess you could say I was raised on gluten, mostly out of boxes. Mac-and-cheese, cereal, Beef Stroganoff. And- ooh . . . pizza. At least once a week.” Claire’s story is not unusual. Being in her […]
Patient: Samantha Age: 23 Age when diagnosed: 16 Symptoms: Overweight, fatigued, lethargic, mood swings, depression, bed-wetting, underdeveloped bladder, anxiety, diarrhea, constipation, sharp stomach pains, gas, headaches, nausea, canker sores, delayed puberty, rashes, consistent tooth problems, heart arrhythmia, and consistent colds. Family members diagnosed: Blood sister Half sister Cousins Great uncle and aunt Mom My Story:
Here’s something a little bit different for this challenge: me interviewing my own brother. Before we launch into it, let me tell you how things work in my family: I am the clown, my sister is the diplomat, my brother is . . . the skeptic. Now, if you’ve got even the most basic knowledge
Studies have shown that celiac disease/gluten intolerant patients do better, and stay healthier, when they are involved with a gluten free community. 1. Money – You will save money by learning about gluten free product specials from your fellow GF community members. 2. Products – Not only will you learn about coupons, and specials, you
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There is now a dedicated gluten free brewery out of Portland Oregon! Ground Breaker Brewing is a dedicated gluten-free craft brewery founded in 2011. Ground Breaker Brewing’s facility is entirely gluten-free, no gluten is allowed on the premises. The main ingredient used in the beers are Willamette valley chestnuts which are hand roasted at the brewery
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Looking for non-GMO popcorn? Amish Country Popcorn is our absolute favorite here in the office! We order it direct from their Website and have been really happy with every order.
Recently the Gluten Free RN received a large sample of gluten free pasta and cookies from Jovial Foods. Jovial Foods is a company that offers both gluten containing products and a line of gluten free products. They believe that “eating gluten free should feel like a pleasure not a sacrifice”. Their gluten free line includes
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We received these recommendations from one of our readers who recently traveled throughout Europe. Her advice is useful to anyone with gluten intolerance traveling in Europe: In France, Belgium and Germany I found gluten-free products fairly easy to source in the larger supermarkets and natural food/vitamin stores. The larger markets had entire end displays or
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What is the ADA? “The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that gives protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State
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