Q. I was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Is it possible that I could actually have Celiac Disease? A. Most certainly. Studies have shown that about 30% of patients with diarrhea-predominant IBS, and a significant, but lesser percentage who have constipation, … [Read more...] about Ask the Doc: Could IBS be celiac?
Kikkoman claims soy sauce is gluten-free
I was in Miami in April and ate at the famous Nobu Japanese restaurant. I told the waiter about my intolerance to gluten, and therefore my inability to eat soy sauce, as it contains wheat. He replied, "We have something for people like you" and produced a letter from Kikkoman … [Read more...] about Kikkoman claims soy sauce is gluten-free
To give or not to give allergenic foods to infant?
A new study says that perhaps introducing highly allergenic foods (like peanut) early in life would increase tolerance later in life. This goes against the previous belief that food allergies develop when the allergenic food is introduced too early. What's the right answer? … [Read more...] about To give or not to give allergenic foods to infant?
Allergen-Free Snacks to Satisfy a Toddler
Every day I have the pleasure of hearing my 2.5 year old ask for a snack. And every time she asks me, I have to think about what I can give her. No gluten, no dairy, no eggs, no nuts. Okay, so what does that leave in a 2 year old's food world? I'd love to say that she gladly … [Read more...] about Allergen-Free Snacks to Satisfy a Toddler
Hidden dairy? Is it affecting my 4 year old’s behavior?
This post was written by my sister, Leslie: My 4-year old son Ollie is coughing a little bit in his bed. I guess it might be the start of a cold. But I think he got dosed with dairy. It started last Thursday with a tantrum as we left my older son's school. I took away a ball … [Read more...] about Hidden dairy? Is it affecting my 4 year old’s behavior?
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