"Look at the underlying causes!" says a reader named Annie who is sharing her story of years of symptoms and finally a diagnosis that has changed her life. (If you would like to submit a story to Your Stories please email me.) Annie, 28 years old, writes: Since I was six … [Read more...] about Suffer from Migraine Headaches?
Celiac Disease & Gluten Intolerance
Gimbal’s candies are allergen-free
I've got another candy company to add to your safe list! Gimbal’s Fine Candies, located in San Francisco, produces candies that are free of the top 8 allergens and gluten. In fact, they are made in a facility that is free of peanuts, nuts, dairy, eggs, gluten and … [Read more...] about Gimbal’s candies are allergen-free
Gluten-free products are 242% more expensive
That's right, I did say 242%! This is according to a report on Gluten-free and regular foods: a cost comparison in the Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research. They found that commercially available products labeled gluten-free are far more expensive than their … [Read more...] about Gluten-free products are 242% more expensive
Is glucose syrup gluten-free?
Glucose syrup is a liquid sweetener used in candy, desserts and that ice cream in the picture. It can made from any starch. In the United States, corn is used, but in Europe it is usually derived from wheat. One would assume that the wheat-based glucose contains gluten, but in … [Read more...] about Is glucose syrup gluten-free?
Gluten and sleep disturbance
Someone asked me recently if there is a connection between gluten intolerance and restless sleep or other sleep disturbances. Yes, was my immediate answer, based on my own experience and that of my friend's husband. I then did a search to see if there were any studies related to … [Read more...] about Gluten and sleep disturbance
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