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Valuable Resources for Your Gluten- and Dairy-Free & Paleo Lifestyle
 
 

 

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Autism Organization Resources

Definitions:

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. 

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Autism Support Resources

 

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Celiac Resources

celiac disease

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Autoimmune

In an autoimmune disease, the body recognizes its own tissue as an invader and attacks. Celiac is an autoimmune disease. Others include type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriasis and many more.

Celiac Disease
An autoimmune disease where the body attacks the small intestine and/or other areas every time gluten is eaten. Once it starts, it's lifelong, and the only effective treatment is a lifelong, strict gluten-free diet.

Digestive System - please visit PMT (Pacific Medical Training) Scribe Academy to learn more.

Gluten sensitivity (aka gluten intolerance or non-celiac gluten sensitivity)
You don't have celiac disease, but you still experience negative symptoms when you eat gluten. We're not quite sure yet how it works but studies have confirmed that it does exist and may affect 5-10% of the population.

References:

  • National Foundation for Celiac Awareness | CeliacCentral.org
  • One of the most comprehensive sites for articles, information and recipes for celiac patients and their families. | Celiac.com
  • How to Fly Safely With Food Allergies | Million Mile Secrets

 

Gluten-Free Resources

gluten free

Definitions:

Gluten

A protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten can often be found in oats because of processing. It's responsible for the stretchiness and texture of mainstream baked goods.

Gluten-free
In the US and Canada, "gluten-free" is defined as less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten.

Cross contamination or cross contact

There are many foods that don't have gluten as an ingredient but still end up containing gluten because of the way they are processed and handled during preparation or at home.

References:

  • Gluten-Free.com
  • GlutenFreeHelp.info
  • TriumphDining's blog has some excellent suggestions on the latest gluten-free products as well as posts on diet and exercise - even a review of a gluten-free beer! They also feature an informational section called "Gluten-Free 101." Be sure to check out their reader poll "2012 Best of Gluten-Free Winners" series (five parts: One, Two, Three, Four and Five).
  • Early Signs of Gluten Intolerance: Nutrition Secrets
  • A Gluten Free Diet and Nutritious Recipes: Diet Spotlight
  • Gluten-free diets: Where do we stand?: By Jacqueline Howard, CNN

What exactly is gluten, and why can’t some people process it? And why does it only seem to be a problem recently? Check out this Ted-Ed video:

     

     

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      Paleo Resources

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      Definition:

      Paleo
      While there are many versions of the Paleo diet, the general idea is that if your ancestors wouldn't recognize it as food, it doesn't belong on your plate. Generally, that involves avoiding gluten, grains, beans, and most processed foods and sugars.

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