A “leaky gut diet” is a way to cure leaky gut, a condition blamed for a variety of health concerns. Here is what you should and should not eat.
Health practitioners and scientific papers promote diet as a way to cure leaky gut.
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Should your child be gluten free if you are? It may seem unfair to be so restrictive on your child if there is no apparent need, but here is an argument for it.
There are many reasons to go on a gluten free diet, and that is the first place to start, then we will see if it is worth imposing the same on your children.
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Is there a connection between leaky gut syndrome and autism? Does a gluten-free diet help? Studies suggest that there is a partial link, and some autistics may benefit from a gluten-free diet.
Many parents report that a gluten-free, casein-free diet reduces problems with their autistic children. Some doctors are not convinced, while others take the attitude that if it seems to help, go ahead and do it.
A study at the Department Magrassi-Lanzara, Gastroenterology, Second University of Naples, Italy shows a link between autism and leaky gut syndrome, which is related to gluten, as we shall see.
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Leaky gut syndrome is a condition where the intestinal lining is more permeable than normal, possibly leading to a variety of health issues including allergies.
A healthy intestinal lining allows nutrients and minerals to pass from the intestine into the bloodstream. This is how we absorb energy and required nutrients from digested food. The wall of the intestine is like a filter, allowing smaller molecules to pass through but preventing ‘macro-molecules’ from passing through. One could describe it as a ‘somewhat leaky barrier’ – which is a good thing. However, if it becomes too leaky, it can allow larger than normal particles to pass thorough, such as undigested food particles, toxins, pathogens etc. [click to continue…]
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Rice Krispies is available in a gluten-free version. The product has been specially reformulated to suite a gluten free diet. This is great news for those with a gluten allergy, celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Not only does it make Rice Krispies practical for breakfast, but it also makes Rice Krispy Squares available to those on a gluten free diet.
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Is ice cream gluten-free? Sometimes it is. There are a number of factors to consider, including how sensitive you are, brand and flavor.
Some of the cheapest brands may use wheat flour as a filler. Even with expensive brands, you have to be aware of gluten-based flavors and sweeteners, such as malt syrup.
Even expensive brands do not guarantee a gluten-free experience. Some flavors have gluten, such strawberry shortcake ice cream. Because many flavors are likely made in the same factory, there is a chance of cross-contamination with other flavors with a gluten-free list of ingredients, depending on cleaning procedures and other allergy-friendly measures that may or may not be undertaken by the factory.
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Villi are tiny sack-like structures that line the inside of the small intestine. They are responsible for absorbing nutrients and producing certain digestive enzymes. Damaged villi are considered the primary symptom of celiac disease.
The primary function of the villi is to increase the surface area of the intestine to increase absorption of nutrients from digested food. [click to continue…]
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Gluten-free options are available on East Side Mario’s special gluten-free menu. But not all locations carry a full menu, and not all staff are properly trained, so you’ll have to be careful with this one.
The full gluten free menu at East Side Mario’s is pretty good. There are more options than a number of other chain-restaurants with GF options. But results vary by location.
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Some people with Celiac disease may experience peripheral neuropathy, among the many other symptoms that are possible. Not all neurologists will necessarily think of celiac disease as a possible cause so it is helpful if you understand this.
Peripheral neuropathy is the medical term for damage to the peripheral nervous system, in other words, the system of nerves connecting the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body: arms, fingers, toes, feet etc. When these connections are damaged, symptoms vary from loss of sensation or pain through to inability to control muscles. [click to continue…]
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