What on Earth is a Celiac ?

"Is Candida albicans a trigger in the onset of celiac disease?"

This interesting study compares a specific amino acid sequence found in Candida cell wall protein to a gliadin amino acid sequence that triggers the immune response in celiac disease. The researchers found that the sequences are “identical or highly homologous to known celiac disease-related alpha-gliadin and gamma-gliadin T-cell epitopes,” and PROPOSE THAT CANDIDA IS THE TRIGGER FOR CELIAC DISEASE....Lancet. 2003 Jun 21;361(9375):2152-4.

To clarify, this research shows that a protein found in the cell wall of Candida is very simiilar to gluten. As a result, the immune system can confuse gluten found in grains for the cell wall of the Candida and then mount a response against the gluten! The immune cell bound gluten then damages the small intestinal wall as in Celiac Disease!

"Information available to treat my condition (Celiac Disease) seemed almost non-existent, and a dietician fumbled through a consultation, not able to provide much help. What a difference, today, as the information in "What on Earth is a Celiac?"
booklet
is precise, complete, and easy to understand. Had this information been available years ago, perhaps advanced stage osteoporosis, depression and early onset arthritis would not have gotten a foothold. Who knows how many other autoimmune diseases can be linked to Sprue?"
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Our booklet
can help you determine
if  you have
Celiac Disease... 

 

Diagnosis & Treatment
of
Celiac Disease

Diagnosing a Celiac can be difficult because some of the symptoms of Celiac Disease are similar to those of IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other intestinal or digestive diseases that often mimic Celiac Disease.

In some cases, it may be helpful to briefly eliminate gluten from the diet and then to observe the body's reaction. However, it is recommended that abstaining from gluten should not take place if diagnostic testing is scheduled. Doing so could interfere with accurate laboratory results. The "What on Earth is a Celiac?" booklet provides a complete Reference Guide listing gluten-free foods that are safe for those who are Celiacs or those who are wheat-sensitive.

Biopsies taken during an endoscopy
may indicate damage
to the
small intestine
and to the villi, the tiny, hair-like projections
that line the small intestine.

However, it is very important that your physician is up to date with the latest information regarding this illness and that the scope procedure is done correctly.

Special blood work
is standard protocol for testing
for Celiac Disease. . .

...however, this testing is not always accurate, so should not be relied upon solely for an accurate diagnosis. New lab stool tests have become available that are helpful in determining gluten sensitivity, however the upper bowel scope is the most reliable diagnostic tool in determining if a person truly has Celiac Disease.....

Treatment for Celiac Disease
can include
eliminating all sources of gluten,
and
treating any associated conditions.

In addition, the treatment for Celiac Disease is a lifetime commitment and must be strictly followed!

For more information, check out our "What on Earth is a Celiac?" booklet!

 

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