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All About Celiac Disease and Celiac Testing
Celiac disease, from the Latin word for “abdominal cavity,” occurs when the body rejects a protein called gluten, which is found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye.
Celiac Symptoms: The Full Gamut
The symptoms of celiac disease can involve multiple organs and range widely in both severity and type.
Toward a Cure for Celiac Disease
From a vaccine to a pill to a wheat sheaf without gluten, Allergic Living explores the exciting research treatment around… Read more »
Research on a Roll
From the Spring 2010 special edition on the Future of Allergies. What’s in the pipeline for food allergy treatments. Idea:… Read more »
Advice on Sesame vs. Sunflower
Q. My son is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts and all seeds. I’m curious about the seed allergies: why is… Read more »
Managing Life With Milk and Egg Allergies
Milk and egg allergies mostly affect children, who usually become allergic to milk and egg as toddlers.
Tree Nut Allergies: What Are They?
Tree nut allergies are one of the most common types of food allergies in North America today. When someone with… Read more »
Sulfite Allergy: How to Know What’s in Food, Wine
Although it’s not a typical protein-based allergy, a significant number of individuals do have sulfite allergy. In Canada and the… Read more »
Substituting Milk for Allergic Toddler
Q: Our 18-month-old daughter is allergic to cow’s milk. I’m somewhat confused about what to use in its place. Does… Read more »