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Celiac Disease Diagnosis Continues to Rise in USA

Check out this great article from Boomer Health & Lifestyle about the growing rates of celiac disease diagnosis in the United States. The increasing diagnosis is thanks to large scale awareness campaigns and efforts made by the celiac disease community to educate doctors and patients alike about the symptoms of the autoimmune condition.

This particular article points out several studies looking at the incidence of celiac disease. Check it out now at: http://www.thirdage.com/news/celiac-disease-rises-in-the-u-s_09-29-2011

Gluten-Free Diets Shake Up World of Sports

Did a gluten-free diet actually shake up the world of sports? In light of Novak Djokovic's recent U.S. Open and Wimbledon wins and a slew of other top athletes starting a gluten-free diet, folks across the world are wondering if a gluten-free diet is really the key to their success.

Check out this great article from the National Post that looks at special diets and how they may or may not help athletes perform better.

Read the article at: http://life.nationalpost.com/2011/09/27/serve-and-folly-do-special-diets-really-offer-a-sporting-edge-to-athletes/

Surviving Celiac Disease in College

If you are a college student with celiac disease or know someone who is, then read this awesome article about how students in Arizona re working together to build a gluten-free community on their college campus.

You'll learn all about how these students used their savviness to create gluten-free dining options, clubs, and forums for their fellow students.  

Read more and get inspired!: http://www.wildcat.arizona.edu/index.php/article/2011/09/glutenfree_students_take_a_stand

Hockey Star Tom Kostopoulos Partners with Canadian Celiac Association

Canadian hockey star Tom Kostopoulos this week announced a partnership with the Canadian Celiac Association to help kids lead happy gluten-free lives.

In addition to becoming a formal spokesperson for the organization, Kostopoulos has generously agreed to donate $100 per goal during the regular season to the Canadian Celiac Association, as well as tickets to youth in the Calgary chapter of the group. Following games, Kostopoulos will meet with the kids in the locker room to talk about his live with celiac disease.

In an article on the Flames website, Kostopoulos said, "I am honoured to be involved with the Celiac Association. Being a celiac myself, I know how difficult it can be for kids. I am looking forward to meeting youth through the association and participating in their programs.”

Read more at: http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=589592

Study looks at link between celiac and end stage renal disease

Doctors and researchers are trying to figure out the connection between celiac disease and end stage renal disease.

Rates of end stage renal disease are rising globally and they believe celiac is a contributing factor. In the study, 90 people with celiac disease developed end stage renal disease, a high number compared to the researchers projected 31.

Researchers conclude that people with celiac should be vigilant about their health since they do face a higher risk.

Read more: http://www.celiac.com/articles/22659/1/Increased-Risk-of-End-stage-Renal-Disease-in-People-with-Celiac-Disease/Page1.html

Mayo Clinic Commentary on FDA Labeling Standards

Check out this great blog post from Mayo Clinic Dietitans Jennifer Nelson and Katherine Zeratsky about the proposal on the table from the FDA to define gluten-free food labeling standards.

The post points out the various parts of the proposed standard and provides a great explanation of why the FDA came to the 20 parts per million level.

Check it out now at: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gluten-free/MY00640

Webinar on Canadian Food Allergen Regulations

Interested in what's happening with food labeling in Canada? On October 4, 2011 from 1pm-2pm EDT, tune in online for a webinar information session about the updated Canadian food allergen regulations. 

During the seesion you will learn the new requirements for food labeling as well as better understand the priority allergens, including gluten.  Participants will be able to ask questions to one of the Health Canada experts.

To find out more information about participating in the seminar, check out the event flyer at: http://www.glutenfreediet.ca/img/webcast-brochure.PDF

Celiac Disease and Depression

Did you know that undiagnosed celiac disease or a gluten-intolerance can be a cause of unexplained depression?This article is really important for anyone suffering from or who knows anyone suffering from depression that seems to have no cause.

Co-founder of HealthNOW Medical Center, Dr. Vicki Peterson says that a gluten-intolerance causes depression because the body is confusing proteins and the immune system ends up attacking the brain and the nervous system which in turn result in the inflammation and irritation that causes depression and anxiety. 

Read more: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/undiagnosed-gluten-intolerance-may-be-the-cause-of-depression-2011-09-16

ABC's WTVD Features Celiac Disease, Gluten-Free Diet

Check out this great video from WTVD about celiac disease and the gluten-free diet!

Understanding Special Diets

The gluten-free diet has often been lumped in with other healthy or restrictive diet plans.  Have you ever wondered the difference but never knew how to distinguish one diet from another?  

Now here's your chance to figure it out! This article breaks down the gluten-free, raw, and macrobiotic diets, and lets you in on the pros, cons, and benefits of keeping one or more of these diet options.

Read more: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/susan-b-dopart-ms-rd/defining-diet-terms_b_942828.html