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- knitty kitty replied to YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications4Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease
Reverse osmosis water pulls electrolyte minerals out of the body. If used for cooking, RO water will even pull even more electrolytes out of the food. If you're not replacing electrolytes because you're eating food cooked with RO water, you can suffer from Electrolyte Imbalance. The symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance are similar to those that occur... -
- Wheatwacked replied to YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications4Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease
Library paste and paper mache. I have in passing read of wheat based glue used to glue fish tank filters together so it is not surprising they might be in refridgerator filters. Seems the issue with bottled water would be at the personal filters rather than the mass filtering. Just have to boycott the brands that effect you. Gatorade drinks all have... -
- YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888 replied to YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications4Water filters are a potential problem for Celiac Disease
What non organic or nonorganic molecules from a plastic bottle of water can trigger a reaction that I have only experienced during an auto immune experience? There really should not be any organic molecules in such a bottle. I seen a thread where it was mentioned that his refrigerator water filter tested positive for gluten when he had it checked. If... -
- Scott Adams replied to Known1's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications8Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water
It’s understandable to want to be cautious, especially after experiencing symptoms. However, there is currently no scientific evidence that reverse osmosis or standard activated carbon water filters expose people to gluten in amounts that would trigger celiac disease. Gluten is a protein, and if any starch-based binder were used in filter manufacturing, ... -
- Scott Adams replied to JoJo0611's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications3
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It’s understandable to look for bigger explanations when you’re dealing with complex symptoms, but the current scientific consensus does not support the idea that celiac disease evolved as a defense against Candida. Celiac disease is a well-characterized autoimmune condition triggered specifically by gluten in genetically susceptible individuals (HLA-DQ2...
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By knitty kitty · Posted
Reverse osmosis water pulls electrolyte minerals out of the body. If used for cooking, RO water will even pull even more electrolytes out of the food. If you're not replacing electrolytes because you're eating food cooked with RO water, you can suffer from Electrolyte Imbalance. The symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance are similar to those that occur with being exposed to gluten. Also consider that many people with Celiac disease have malabsorption issues and may already be low in electrolytes. Exposure to RO water may create some health changes more quickly than in healthier individuals. RO water impacts the body in many ways. Read this fascinating study. Long-Term Consumption of Purified Water Altered Amino Acid, Fatty Acid and Energy Metabolism in Livers of Rats https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11122726/ Drink mineral water. -
By Wheatwacked · Posted
Library paste and paper mache. I have in passing read of wheat based glue used to glue fish tank filters together so it is not surprising they might be in refridgerator filters. Seems the issue with bottled water would be at the personal filters rather than the mass filtering. Just have to boycott the brands that effect you. Gatorade drinks all have either gums, modified starches or stevia that might be affecting you. Looking for energy or hydration try Red Bull. It has the vitamins, minerals, antioxidant Taurine, sugar and glucose to process the sugar from mouth to ATP and clean up. Taurine is essential for protecting mitochondria from damage, such as from reactive oxygen species (ROS) or calcium overload. If you are exclusively drinking bottled water you may want to consider taking Lithium Orotate 5 mg. We need about 1 mg a day of Lithium and mostly it is gotten from ground water. Lithium deficiency can cause anxiety and suicide. I find it helpful. Lithium in the public water supply and suicide mortality in Texas: Journal of Psychiatric Research Is Lithium a Micronutrient? From Biological Activity and Epidemiological Observation to Food Fortification -
By YoshiLuckyJackpotWinner888 · Posted
What non organic or nonorganic molecules from a plastic bottle of water can trigger a reaction that I have only experienced during an auto immune experience? There really should not be any organic molecules in such a bottle. I seen a thread where it was mentioned that his refrigerator water filter tested positive for gluten when he had it checked. If I went to physician to get checked for other possible triggers from a water bottle, I don’t think that will go anywhere. Again, distilled water containers cause no reactions. I’m not an industry expert, but something is there. I don’t think that this is a case of microplastics causing this. Too bad we can’t call upon some third party investigation. -
By Scott Adams · Posted
It’s understandable to want to be cautious, especially after experiencing symptoms. However, there is currently no scientific evidence that reverse osmosis or standard activated carbon water filters expose people to gluten in amounts that would trigger celiac disease. Gluten is a protein, and if any starch-based binder were used in filter manufacturing, it would not pass through RO membranes or remain in finished bottled water at clinically meaningful levels. Plain water — filtered, RO, or bottled — does not contain gluten unless it is intentionally added (which would require labeling). Steam-distilled water is certainly safe, but it is not considered medically necessary for people with celiac disease. If reactions are occurring, it may be helpful to explore other potential explanations with a healthcare provider rather than assuming filter-related gluten exposure. -
By Scott Adams · Posted
It’s understandable to look for bigger explanations when you’re dealing with complex symptoms, but the current scientific consensus does not support the idea that celiac disease evolved as a defense against Candida. Celiac disease is a well-characterized autoimmune condition triggered specifically by gluten in genetically susceptible individuals (HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8). While some laboratory studies have shown that certain Candida proteins (like Hwp1) share limited sequence similarities with gluten or tissue transglutaminase (tTG), that does not mean Candida causes celiac disease or commonly produces false-positive tTG tests in clinical practice. Anti-tTG IgA remains a highly specific and validated marker for celiac when used appropriately (especially alongside total IgA testing and, when indicated, biopsy). IgG antibodies to Saccharomyces cerevisiae (ASCA) are more commonly associated with Crohn’s disease and are not considered diagnostic for celiac. There is ongoing research into microbiome interactions and immune cross-reactivity, but at this time there is no evidence that yeast exposure from foods triggers celiac autoimmunity in people without gluten exposure. If symptoms persist despite a strict gluten-free diet, it’s best to work with a gastroenterologist to rule out other conditions such as IBD, SIBO, non-celiac food intolerances, or refractory celiac disease rather than assuming a fungal-driven mechanism.
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