Latest Gluten Stories

NORTHFIELD, Ill., May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Gluten-free foods can be found everywhere from restaurants to grocery stores. Who needs to go gluten-free? For people diagnosed with Celiac disease, adopting a gluten-free diet is no fad. It is a medical treatment. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110511/DC00624) "As a physician who specializes in pathology, I know that Celiac disease is no longer rare; it strikes one in 100 people from ages two to 80," advises David...

BATTLE CREEK, Mich., May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The wait for people with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity is almost over. Starting in June 2011, grocery stores nationwide will begin stocking new Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® Gluten Free cereal alongside the original variety. Rice Krispies® Gluten Free cereal brings a family favorite back to the tables of people who are unable to eat gluten, offering long-time fans and a new generation of gluten-sensitive kids the joy of eating a...

Health outcomes explored at DDW 2011Celiac disease is more common among Massachusetts children born in the spring or summer, and this higher incidence could be related to the intersection of key seasonal and environmental factors, according to researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children.The exact cause of celiac disease is unknown, but potential triggers include the timing of infants' introduction to gluten and of viral infections during the first year of life. Researchers...

Health outcomes explored at DDW 2011Research being presented at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) offers further evidence that diet affects gastrointestinal illnesses, such as gallstones and celiac disease, and that some patients who think their digestive problems are caused by lactose intolerance are actually reacting to a psychological disorder. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians and researchers in the field of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and...

CHICAGO, May 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ImmusanT, Inc., a biotechnology company developing an immunotherapeutic vaccine, companion diagnostic and monitoring tool for celiac disease, reported positive results from a Phase 1 study evaluating the safety, tolerability and bioactivity of Nexvax2® in patients with celiac disease. ImmusanT Chief Scientific and Medical Officer Dr. Bob Anderson presented results from the Nexvax2 Phase 1 study and led a symposium and session discussions about celiac...

CABOT, Vt., May 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- National Women's Health Week (May 8-14) is a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to promote women's health. The theme for this year's observance is "It's Your Time" and the farm family owners of Vermont-based Cabot Creamery Cooperative are helping to spread the word about celiac disease, an auto-immune condition that affects more than twice as many women as men. To view the multimedia assets...

New guide takes confusion out of shopping for the gluten-free diet, just in time for Celiac Awareness Month. Denver, CO (PRWEB) May 05, 2011 Launching nationwide this month, a new book titled Gluten Free Diet: A Shopping Guide takes the hassle out of gluten-free grocery shopping. The book is like a compass for finding what you need in the grocery store. It provides a comprehensive list of commonly available gluten-free products in easy-to-understand sections. (Available May 8, 2011 for...

PETALUMA, Calif., May 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- May is national Celiac Disease Awareness Month, and for those living with this condition, the market can be a daunting place with hours spent reading labels to avoid gluten. Gluten is an ingredient commonly found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. The folks at Barbara's Bakery believe that those living with Celiac disease should have the freedom to choose delicious and nutritious cereals to kick start the day. Barbara's now offers three...

A Scientific Breakthrough to "Slow Down the Process of Aging" Revealed. Celiac Warrior, Nancy Olson, shares the scientific turning point that was designed specifically for the health conscience consumer in mind. http://www.thrivingwithceliac.com (PRWEB) April 30, 2011 "Slow down the process of aging" is a magic phrase to consumers of all types. Consumers are clamoring towards the latest innovative science based product, EternityTM, manufactured by Sisel International, which has become...

TAMPA, Fla., April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Celiac Awareness Month in May, The Melting Pot fondue restaurants (http://www.meltingpot.com) are helping to raise awareness about gluten intolerance with its second annual Chef to Plate program in a partnership with the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110302/FL57918LOGO ) "The Chef to Plate program aims to educate the public about how so many people are affected by gluten intolerance,"...