Celiac Disease is truly an international disease. Cases are emerging from assorted countries around the world. If you would like to contact a resource in your country, check out this list of celiac organizations:
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In this media-saturated world, everything under the sun is put into a strait-jacket & presented to the world for their consumption. So if you are a celiac, well, there is a plethora of gluten-free goods out there, more & more restaurants are offering GF menus, so there…buy gluten-free, dine at GF places, & you are good.
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Makes for a great light lunch or dinner when you want to go easy on the grains & carbs. Top with a grated cheese of your choice to make it more filling.
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A quick-start guide for the newly diagnosed celiac.
As you may know, diet plays a key role in your celiac condition. That means that you will need to be aware of everything you eat, going forward. Reading food labels is key to eating safe. The US Food & Drug Administration requires that all food products be clearly labeled if they contain any of the 8 common allergens: tree nuts (such as almonds, cashews, walnuts), peanuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, milk, & soy.
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Hi, I am Anjali, the founder of this site and a year-long celiac:)
Now that you have a celiac diagnosis, you are likely to have a lot of questions about your condition. Your doctor may, apart from telling you not to consume any gluten, have also referred you to a nutritionist. A dietitian/ nutritionist can be vital to your journey to a gluten-free life, so make the most of such advice, if you have it.
We are here to help you clear a path through the deluge of information you will need to navigate to return yourself to a healthy state.
[Disclaimer: None of the information presented on this site must be taken as a replacement for medical advice. GlutenWatchers presents general information only, & you are advised to consult with your doctor in all matters relating to your disease.]
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A fool-proof recipe for making a basic sponge cake.
Learn how to make gluten free and vegan muffins that are dairy, egg, sugar, wheat and healthy and taste fantastic with Anette Martinsen.
Celiac disease is an inflammatory condition of the small intestine triggered by the consumption of gluten, a dietary protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. About 85% of the people in the U.S. with celiac disease remain undiagnosed. To help us understand this disease, experts from UCSDs Celiac Center discuss everything from diagnosis, impact on adults and children, and helpful diet tips. Experts include: Martin Kagnoff MD, Kimberly Newton MD, and Susan Algert PhD, RD.
Sweet potato casserole is a holiday classic. Use these tips to be sure the recipe works for a gluten-free diet. (Video)
Jules Shepard, gluten-free cookbook author, shows how to make a gluten-free flour mixture that is so good, you won’t even know it’s gluten free!
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