Q. I had a positive transglutaminase and I am having an endoscopy done to confirm that I have celiac sprue. I am just wondering what other autoimmune/inflammatory diseases would cause a positive transglutaminase result? A. Undiagnosed and untreated celiac disease is often … [Read more...] about Ask the Doc: What can positive tTG test mean?
Archives for March 2008
Where is peanut butter lurking?
For parents of food allergic children, especially those who could have an anaphylactic reaction, it is very scary to think about where the food allergen may be lurking. Even if parents are able to control what their child eats, they still have to worry about what other kids have … [Read more...] about Where is peanut butter lurking?
Allergen-Free Easter Treat Recipes
These Easter ideas were sent in by Gina Clowes of Allergy Moms. Thank you Gina! Bird Nests 8 NoNuttin Bars* 1/2 bag of Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips Candy decorations Crumble bars in bowl.Melt chips in microwave and combine with bars. Spoon onto waxed paper and … [Read more...] about Allergen-Free Easter Treat Recipes
Someday everyone can eat soy… yeah, right
According to a recent news article, research out of Illinois and Madrid shows that fermenting soybeans reduces the allergenicity of the beans by breaking down the proteins into small pieces so that they don't provoke an allergic reaction. This research suggests that soy products … [Read more...] about Someday everyone can eat soy… yeah, right
Allergen-Free Marshmallow Eggs Recipe
Just in time for Easter! Sent in by Melisa K. Priem, author of the cookbook 8 Degrees of Ingredients in which all recipes are free of the top 8 allergens and are also gluten-free. This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, nut-free, fish-free (unless … [Read more...] about Allergen-Free Marshmallow Eggs Recipe
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