Am I Gluten Intolerant?
Gluten is a protein contained in wheat, barley, and rye. It gives a doughy/elastic consistency to flours derived from these grains. This is why, over the centuries, gluten-containing grains have come to be used so extensively in breads and other baked goods. Today, gluten is used in many processe...
Alpha Carotene
Alpha-carotene is part of the carotenoid family. Your body converts alpha and beta-carotene into vitamin A. Vitamin A is important for the maintenance of healthy skin and bones, good vision, and a strong immune system. Alpha-carotene is called a precursor to vitamin A. Alpha-carotene is only abou...
Calcium & Celiac Disease
Most of our calcium absorption takes place in the proximal portion of the small intestine. This is the area that is damaged by celiac disease. Therefore, many people with celiac disease have osteoporosis due to poor absorption of calcium. Calcium in the diet is important for strong bones and teet...
The Weight Loss Secret
So many people I meet are frustrated because they can't lose weight and maintain it. What they don't realize is that they have become addicted to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and millions of processed foods. Gluten has an effect similar to a narcotic. It can create an a...