http://celiacnurse.com Tips for the Gluten-Free Community Sat, 27 Feb 2010 02:31:42 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This is the second podcast in a 3 part series. In this podcast, diagnostic tests for celiac disease are analyzed. As well, my daughter’s experience with undiagnosed celiac disease and some tips for children who are eating gluten-free are included. I hope this podcast helps to outline the difficulties associated ... http://celiacnurse.com/podcast-2-analysis-of-diagnostic-tests-for-celiac-disease-and-my-daughters-story/ Approximately 97% of individuals with celiac disease remain undiagnosed. The decreased quality of life associated with the symptoms, potential disabilities, and sense of loss due to people loosing their loved ones (from miscarriages, cancer, complications, etc) is an unnecessary burden. I have talked to many people with the symptoms who ... http://celiacnurse.com/biocard-celiac-home-test/ This is the first podcast in a 3 part series. In this podcast, my personal experience with undiagnosed celiac disease (CD) and the pathophysiology that led to the symptoms is discussed. The second podcast outlines my experience with my daughter (who has CD) and an analysis of the accuracy of ... http://celiacnurse.com/podcast-1-my-experience-with-undiagnosed-celiac-disease-and-a-discussion-about-the-pathophysiology-of-celiac-disease/   I love the cinnamon and maple flavour of this custard. It can be served warm fresh from the oven or later, after it has cooled in the fridge. To begin, get a ceramic or stoneware pie pan, a larger pan with 1 inch of water in it, ... http://celiacnurse.com/gluten-free-grain-free-dairy-free-maple-cinnamon-flan/ Individuals with gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease (CD) have a higher risk of food allergies, intolerances, or sensitivities due to increased bowel permeability and a maladaptive intestinal environment. Could gluten be partially responsible for the increased prevalence of allergies in many countries? Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance is very under ... http://celiacnurse.com/would-early-screening-for-celiac-disease-and-gluten-intolerance-decrease-the-high-prevalence-of-food-allergies-intolerances-or-sensitivities-evident-in-many-countries/ In many individuals with Celiac Disease (CD), the small intestinal villi, responsible for absorbing nutrients, becomes damaged, creating a flattened mucosal surface (villous flattening). Autoimmune reactions to ingested gluten cross-react with intestinal villi and create this damage. The resulting malabsorption, possible development of allergies, and opportunistic intestinal infections may further ... http://celiacnurse.com/10-facts-about-intestinal-villi-health-for-individuals-with-celiac-disease-or-gluten-intolerance/   This cake divides into 2 layers as it bakes. The upper layer becomes a light cake that covers a rich lemon pudding layer underneath. It is relatively easy to make, but does require a second pan with 1 and 1/2 inches of water for the the ... http://celiacnurse.com/gluten-free-grain-free-dairy-free-lemon-pudding-cake/ The sweet coconut flavour of this crust complements the smooth, rich lemon flavour of the filling, combined with the light fluffy melt in your mouth meringue. For me, this dessert provides a nice light ending to a Christmas meal. If this sounds good to you, get your ... http://celiacnurse.com/part-5-of-5-part-christmas-dinner-series-gluten-free-grain-free-dairy-free-lemon-meringue-pie/ The wonderful flavours of yams, sweet potatoes, russet potatoes, and leeks combined with an olive oil of your choice and fresh herbs, make a delicious addition to a Christmas meal.  While cooking, the potatoes are infused with the flavours of garlic, rosemary, sage, and leeks. We enjoy this dish so ... http://celiacnurse.com/part-4-of-5-part-christmas-dinner-series-gluten-free-roasted-vegetables-with-herbs/ I started making my own cranberry sauce years ago after I moved to British Columbia, Canada, where cranberries can be bought fresh from the market since they are grown and harvested here. I was surprised at how simple and easy this sauce  is to make. The vibrant Christmas red of the ... http://celiacnurse.com/part-3-of-5-part-christmas-dinner-series-gluten-free-corn-free-cranberry-sauce/