Q. I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease after a surgery for hip replacement three years ago. I had previously been diagnosed with Collagenous Colitis. I can handle the wheat restrictions, but as a result of the damage, I have a problem with even minute amounts of dairy. I have … [Read more...] about Ask the Doc: Celiac and lactose intolerance
Celiac Disease & Gluten Intolerance
Is gluten-free a fad?
A couple of days ago, I criticized the New York Times for its story on gluten. Yesterday (May 10, 2007), National Public Radio aired a very similar story called For Most People, Gluten Isn't a Diet Enemy. In this piece, as in the New York Times article, there is speculation that … [Read more...] about Is gluten-free a fad?
Is the Jury Still Out on Gluten?
The New York Times put out a pointless article yesterday entitled Jury Is Still Out on Gluten, the Latest Dietary Villain. After reading the article more than 10 times, I still can't figure out the writer's point -- is gluten intolerance real or not? Is the gluten-free diet … [Read more...] about Is the Jury Still Out on Gluten?
Ask the Doc: Could IBS be celiac?
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?
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