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Celiac disease and thyroid problems often turn up together. Here’s how they’re linked, and what it can mean for your thyroid medication. How they’re linked A common cause of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, where the immune system attacks the thyroid. Like celiac disease, it’s an autoimmune condition, and the American Thyroid Association … Read more
I remember getting my diagnosis and feeling as though I would never be able to get takeout or eat in a restaurant again. I remember researching if there was anything I could have that was safe. One option cropped up time and time again – Indian. That’s right if you’re a fan of curries and … Read more
You’ll likely be very familiar with cocoa powder. Whether you sprinkle it on to your morning Cappuccino or use it for flavoring in your delicious bakes; it’s a household staple. Today, we’re going to be answering the question: does cocoa powder have gluten? But first, we must look at what it is, where it comes … Read more
What Is Oat Bran? Oat bran is the outer shell of an oat grain. During processing the exterior husk is taken away and leaves behind the oat groats. This is then used to make oat bran (or oat meal). However, oat bran is even better for your health than oatmeal. It’s high in fiber and … Read more
When you’re reading up on the gluten-free lifestyle, or eating out at a gluten-free restaurant, you’ll often see or hear the words, “gluten cross-contamination vs cross-contact”, but what does it mean? Cross-contamination and cross-contact are very similar, but they are not the same thing. Let’s take a look at both in more detail. And also … Read more