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Scott Adams was diagnosed with celiac disease in 1994, and, due to the nearly total lack of information available at that time, was forced to become an expert on the disease in order to recover. In 1995 he launched the site that later became Celiac.com to help as many people as possible with celiac disease get diagnosed so they can begin to live happy, healthy gluten-free lives. He is co-author of the book Cereal Killers, and founder and publisher of the (formerly paper) newsletter Journal of Gluten Sensitivity. In 1998 he founded The Gluten-Free Mall which he sold in 2014. Celiac.com does not sell any products, and is 100% advertiser supported.
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Scott Adams replied to TerryinCO's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
So the way it should be used is to take it before possible gluten exposure, so right before a meal at a restaurant take 1-2 capsules. Unfortunately taking it 1 hour or more after an exposure is too late. -
Do I really need to get a biopsy?
Scott Adams replied to Ryangf's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Welcome to the forum, and thank you for sharing your detailed experience. It sounds like you’ve been through a lot over the past several months, and it’s understandable to feel frustrated after navigating unclear diagnoses and conflicting advice. Since you’ve found relief with a gluten- and corn-free diet, it might be worth continuing that approach for n... -
I just want to mention that with gluten we're talking about ppm, or "parts per million," and not parts per billion. Sticking to whole foods and home cooking is the safest way to go, without necessarily replacing all gluten products you might normally eat with gluten-free ones. If you do eat gluten replacements, for example gluten-free bagels or...
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Years of testing - no real answers
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Celiac.com 02/25/2025 - Amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a heartwarming initiative brought joy and relief to children suffering from celiac disease. Thanks to the unwavering support of the AOECS Emergency Fund and the dedication... -
Celiac Disease and Mild Chronic Gastritis
Scott Adams replied to Tyoung's topic in Related Issues & Disorders
I agree that the gastritis may go away after you've been on a gluten-free diet for a while. If you are concerned, it might make sense for you to do a follow up biopsy after a year or so on a gluten-free diet. This article has some detailed information on how to be 100% gluten-free, so it may be helpful (be sure to also read the comments section.... -
Testing for celiac
Scott Adams replied to Bebee's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Getting tested for celiac disease is a valid concern, especially given your history of microscopic colitis and the potential risks associated with undiagnosed celiac disease, such as cross-contamination, nutrient malabsorption, and increased cancer risk. Since you’ve been gluten-free for years, reintroducing gluten for the standard celiac blood tests or e... -
Glutening symptom? oily stool
Scott Adams replied to ognam's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
Steatorrhea (oily or fatty stools) can indeed be a symptom of malabsorption, which is often linked to gluten exposure in individuals with celiac disease. While it’s possible that a single glutening event, like cross-contamination at a restaurant, could trigger temporary steatorrhea, it’s also worth considering whether there’s a more chronic source of glute... -
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Scott Adams replied to TerryinCO's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
As you noticed, GliadinX is a site sponsor which I use regularly whenever I eat outside my home. There have been multiple studies which have shown that AN-PEP enzymes, used in the product, can break down small amounts of gluten in the stomach, which you can read here: https://www.gliadinx.com/publications -
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving multiple factors, including type 1 diabetes, celiac disease, and potential pancreatic or digestive issues. While your doctor has ruled out pancreatic insufficiency based on one normal elastase result, it’s worth noting that elastase levels can fluctuate, and a single test might not capture t...
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Testing
Scott Adams replied to Nicola McGuire's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Yes, there are blood tests for celiac disease, and feel free to share your son's results here if you have them. This article might be helpful. It breaks down each type of test, and what a positive results means in terms of the probability that you might have celiac disease. One test that always needs to be done is the IgA Levels/Deficiency Test ... -
Unfortunately we're still years away from a prescription drug to treat celiac disease. The FDA approval process can take many years to complete, and some past drug candidates have not worked out. I suspect that some current ones may not make it through the process as well, but hopefully we will see some successful drugs at some point.
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This article might be helpful. See this section of the article: Many People Can Be Diagnosed Using Only Blood Tests and No Biopsy
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Celiac pain relief
Scott Adams replied to Karmmacalling's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
Yes, ginger tea is an ancient Chinese medicinal treatment for stomach issues and inflammation. -
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Why Bananas No Longer Cure Celiac Disease
Scott Adams commented on Jefferson Adams's article in Origins of Celiac Disease
I just want to mention that Elaine Gottschall, B.A., M.Sc. was not a doctor, but her book "Breaking the Vicious Cycle" was very popular in the 1990's (in which she proposed the "Specific Carbohydrate Diet), around the time I got diagnosed. Her approach did help many celiacs get better, however the one flaw in her approach was the belief that after a period... -
I also want to mention that using prednisone would likely also make the endoscopy results invalid. This steroid will cause gut healing and could mask the damage caused by celiac disease.