The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants drugmakers to provide detailed labeling about gluten in drugs.
The agency's recent draft guidance encourages drugmakers to provide clear labeling about whether their product ingredients contain gluten.
FDA says the guidance is meant to improve consumer knowledge about the presence of wheat gluten in oral drugs...
As the sun starts to sets on 2017, we take some time to reflect on the remarkable breakthroughs that were presented in medical research this year. Here, we'll retrace our steps from January through December, revisiting the studies on Medical News Today that piqued your interest and sparked debate.
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Gel Spice Company, Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain Spice Time and Spice Supreme Beef Flavored Bouillon Cube products (identified below) because they contain undeclared soy and wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy and/or wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction(s) if they consume these products.
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According to the Canadian Celiac Association, those considering ditching the gluten should be cautious and steer clear unless they've been advised to do so. “The gluten-free diet is a diet for life and should never be started before a small intestinal biopsy is positive for celiac disease,” writes the ...
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The Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) finds itself facing questions of rumor-mongering and inaccuracy in the face of its ongoing comments about General Mills and Gluten Free Cheerios.
When confronted with simple questions, the group refused to stand by their previous statements, refused to provide clarification, and refused to provide evidence. Not a single...
Beyond Celiac released a national online survey in 2014 that stated almost 25 percent of the 5,623 individuals with celiac disease and gluten ... The FDA brought in the national standard of less than 20 parts per million of gluten for a food to qualify as gluten-free in 2014, but the standard did not apply to ...
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Holiday get-togethers are tough for those who cannot eat gluten. All those festive cookies, cakes, and other baked goods are so tempting, yet can cause major health issues for those with celiac disease. What's a gluten-free partygoer to do? And what goodies can we all contribute for those who have ...
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This process significantly increases the grains` health benefits and digestibility by reducing anti-nutrients and gluten, and by breaking down the starches and enzyme inhibitors. ... Sprouted breads are often not gluten-free, however, and therefore not appropriate for individuals with Celiac disease.
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Even more American are facing Celiac disease, a gluten intolerance that affects 1 in 141 people or at least 3 million Americans today. Celiac disease occurs when consumption of gluten damages the intestine, making nutrient absorption difficult. Others may also face similar conditions brought on by ...
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There are a lot of people choosing to eat a gluten-free diet. For some, it's because they have a gluten sensitivity, and others have celiac disease. So what's the difference? Mercy Medical center Dr. Matilda Hagan said there is a big difference between gluten sensitivity and celiac disease, which is a ...
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Quaker was having a problem with its gluten-free oatmeal. Overall, the batches of oats it was using contained under 20 ppm gluten, and thus be considered gluten-free. But somehow, isolated kernels of wheat, barley or rye flakes were making their way into the final oatmeal products and onto store shelves.
Because these kernels were rolled flat the same way...
Jones-Harris spends two hours cleaning the facility prior to baking to avoid cross-contamination. If she could bake in her own gluten-free kitchen, she could assure her customers that her cakes, cookies, breads, muffins and pastries were 100 percent gluten-free. And as someone with celiac disease, she ...
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Many Americans are choosing gluten-free because they believe it's healthier and will help them lose weight. In truth, gluten only needs to be avoided for three medical conditions: wheat allergy, celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. There is some evidence that gluten-free eating may help relieve ...
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Looking for something warm and tasty, yet easy to make? This delicious ham and potato soup will fill your tummy and warm your soul. It's so comforting it practically wraps you up in a blanket and sings you a lullaby!
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However, for the ones suffering from the autoimmune disease Celiac or having gluten intolerance, having alcohol or other beverages with gluten can lead to health serious issues from ... When it comes to ciders, many assume that they are gluten-free since they are brewed from fruits such as apples.
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Currently, the only treatment for celiac disease is a strict, lifelong gluten-free diet. Eating gluten, even in very small amounts, can damage the intestine. Learn more about the gluten-free diet here. Celiac Disease Management. The American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of ...
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One thing I definitely miss being gluten-free are spring rolls. Rarely can I find a good gluten-free spring roll. I was definitely feeling lucky when I recently tried Original Gluten-Free Spring Rolls by Lucky Foods.
The rolls are super easy to prepareâmine were ready in around 10 minutes at 375F in a toaster oven. The rolls far exceeded my expectations an...
I have Celiac Disease, an auto immune disease where eating or drinking anything with gluten in it causes my immune system to attack the lining of my small intestines, resulting in issues with nutrient absorption. Gluten is a protein found in Rye, Wheat, Barley, and Triticale, so being gluten-free is more ...
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In my mid-20s, I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. Going gluten-free solved many of the digestive problems I had been living with since a child, but it wasn't until I reduced my dependence on processed foods that I really regained my health. In my mid-30s, after a career in food marketing, I decided to ...
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Steven J. Singer, the co-founder of gluten free success story Glutino Inc. and founder and CEO of FODY, sees lots of similarities between the two companies. “The greatest part of Glutino was helping millions of people living with Celiac Disease manage a gluten-free diet and ultimately feel better,” said ...
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For people living with celiac disease, everything that goes into the body has to be assessed for gluten. Even tiny amounts (trace amounts) of gluten can cause illness in some people with celiac disease. In order to do that, people need to know what they are putting into their bodies. One very effective way ...
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This guidance does not apply to food (including dietary supplements), which under a 2013 FDA regulation cannot use “gluten-free” labeling claims unless ... with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, who have the potential for serious immune responses when gluten is ingested, it's absolutely essential.
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Can enzyme supplements help people with gluten sensitivity, including those with celiac disease?
An Australian company is touting the results of a recent randomized, double blind study that supports enzyme supplements might be helpful for celiac patients in certain circumstances.
The enzyme supplement was designed for people with celiac disease to use when...
Steven J. Singer, the co-founder of gluten free success story Glutino Inc. (“Glutino”) and founder and CEO of FODY, sees lots of similarities between the two companies. “The greatest part of Glutino was helping millions of people living with Celiac Disease manage a gluten-free diet and ultimately feel ...
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