Q. I have had polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) for several years and luckily, though various fertility treatments, was able to conceive and give birth to two beautiful boys (ages 5 and 2). Since my youngest was born via C-section, I had been having abdominal pain, cramping, … [Read more...] about Ask the Doc: Celiac, endometriosis and PCOS
Gluten-free bakeries in California
One thing I miss is the freedom to walk into a bakery or cafe, peruse the baked goods in the glass case -- over sized muffins, crumble-topped squares, spirals of cinnamon, scones flecked with some kind of berry -- and... pick one. "No, I changed my mind. I'll have that one … [Read more...] about Gluten-free bakeries in California
Are food allergies being overdiagnosed?
There was a very well-written article in the New York Times on Feb 2 called Telling Food Allergies From False Alarms. The article brings up the fact that some families are unnecessarily avoiding some foods because of falsely positive food allergy blood tests, which can show that … [Read more...] about Are food allergies being overdiagnosed?
Gluten-free sugar cookie mix giveaway
"Valentine's Day is just around the corner" my 4 year old told me about 10 times yesterday! Well, she's right as usual, so what better way to show my love for my readers than giving you the chance to win TWO gluten-free sugar cookie mixes so that you can make your own beautiful … [Read more...] about Gluten-free sugar cookie mix giveaway
“Living Gluten-Free” class in San Francisco March 2
Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with celiac disease? Do you or someone you know have gluten intolerance? Are you looking for possible answers to your health problems? Would you like to find out more about the gluten-free diet? If the answer is yes to any of the … [Read more...] about “Living Gluten-Free” class in San Francisco March 2
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