According to A long-term study done at the University of Maryland, Celiac disease is on the rise. Researchers pointed out that while part of this increase may be due to more awareness of the disease, many cases still go undiagnosed. It is estimated that the prevalence of Celiac disease has increased by 5 times [...]
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Dental Enamel Defects and Celiac Disease
The problems with Celiac disease can extend beyond the classic gastrointestinal problems, affecting any organ or body system. One problem—dental enamel defects—can help dentists and other health care providers identify people who may have celiac disease and refer them to a gastroenterologist. Ironically, for some people with celiac disease, a dental visit, rather than a [...]
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Vaccine for Celiac Disease On the Horizon?
A first ever in the world experimental vaccine designed to mute the autoimmune response to gluten in patients with celiac disease has moved on to Phase II testing this past August. The scientist heading the research is Dr. Bob Anderson, of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research in Melbourne, Australia. According to [...]
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Gluten Free Labels Under Fire From FDA
The FDA recently announced that it is reopening the comment period on labeling items as “gluten free” Michael Taylor, FDA deputy commissioner for foods had this to say: “Before finalizing our gluten-free definition, we want up-to-date input from affected consumers, the food industry, and others to help assure that the label strikes the right balance. [...]
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