Jefferson Adams

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People with celiac disease all have some degree of damage to the small intestinal mucosa, ranging from lymphocytic duodenosis with normal villous structure to severe villous atrophy.

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One day, I had a couple of packages of gluten-free brownie mix that needed to be used. I also had a good amount of Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur, and was feeling a bit adventurous. The result was this little bit of gluten-free Irish brownie joy.

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Once again St. Patrick's Day is upon us, and that means it's time for everyone to get their Irish on. In addition to coloring your favorite gluten-free beer to a rich Irish green, eating tasty Irish dishes is a great way to celebrate.

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The website GlutenFreeTravelSite.com has named Pennsylvania as the most celiac-friendly destination in the world.

The finished chilaquiles rojo. Photo: CC--rpongsaj

Chilaquiles is one of my all-time favorite Mexican dishes. Typically featured at breakfast or brunch, chilaquiles, like enchiladas, can be made with either red or green sauce, and can be garnished in a variety of ways. Anyone who likes enchiladas will likely take a shine to chilaquiles.

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To determine if the probiotic Bifidobacterium natren life start (NLS) strain might affect the treatment and clinical features of patients with untreated celiac disease, a team of researchers recently conducted an exploratory, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on the effects of Bifidobacterium infantis natren life start super strain in active celiac disease.

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Out of eggs? This easy breakfast casserole offers a tasty alternative eggs. No matter how you do it, it's easy to make, and a surefire hit at the breakfast table. All you need are some potatoes, some ham, bacon or sausage.

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People with celiac disease must follow a gluten-free diet if they want to remain healthy, but a 200-patient study conducted by Alvine Pharmaceuticals show that 90 percent of celiac patients who followed a gluten-free diet still reported symptoms of the disease.

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Gluten-free foodies in the Chicago/Evanston area were faced with the closure of one of their best gluten-free bakeries, until a good samaritan stepped forward with a business plan and a check.

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Looking to add a bit of comfortable decadence to a romantic meal? Then consider this delightful and delicious lobster infused version of good old mac and cheese. The cheese and pasta delivers a tasty serving of comfort, while the lobster and the truffle oil help to take it to 'eleven.'

The finished beef tenderloin in a port shiitake sauce. Photo: CC--Sarah Cady

Here's a recipe for a delicious beef tenderloin with a port wine and shiitake mushroom sauce that will have your diners asking what they've done to be loved so much. The recipe makes enough to serve.

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Morbid obesity is a common medical condition. In many cases, bariatric surgery is necessary. Although for decades celiac disease has been associated with chronic diarrhea and weight loss, and other classic symptoms, recent data shows that the clinical spectrum of celiac disease is extremely wide.

The finished fresh lobster salad. Photo: CC--Reneé S.

Lobster salad is a simple, elegant dish that will score big points with your loved one on Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or any time you need a little romantic twist to your meals. It's great to take on picnics, and can be served with your favorite gluten-free bread, or on top of your favorite salad.

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An entry in the Patient Journey section of the British Medical Journal highlights the confusion around non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

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Although about 1% of the US population, most of whom are undiagnosed, likely have celiac disease, people who have been officially diagnosed with celiac disease make up less than 0.1% of the population.

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Patients with celiac disease often report symptoms compatible with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, there haven't been any systematic studies regarding how adherence to a gluten-free diet might affect rates of irritable bowel syndrome-type symptoms in patients with celiac disease.

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A team of researchers recently set out to assess use of sourdough lactic acid bacteria as a cell factory for delivering functional biomolecules and food ingredients in gluten free bread.

The finished pasta with shrimp scampi. Photo: CC--blue.tofu

This easy recipe marries shrimp, pasta, butter, garlic and a few other simple ingredients to create a rich, tasty scampi dish that will have diners calling out for more.

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Scientific evidence indicates that the risk of developing celiac disease cannot be explained solely by genetic factors. There is some evidence to support the idea that the season in which a child is born can influence the risk for developing celiac disease.

The finished filet mignon. Photo: CC--Maigh

This easy to make recipe tops filet mignon with a delicious wine-based sauce, and will have your snootiest diners cooing with delight at your culinary skills. The recipe calls for Burgundy, but any full-bodied red wine will work just fine.