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Scott Adams

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  1. That sounds really rough, and losing that much weight with ongoing duodenal inflammation and fatigue is a lot for your body to handle. It is encouraging that you have managed to gain a little back, because that at least suggests you are moving in the right direction. Many people with gut damage seem to end up juggling multiple food sensitivities while trying...
  2. Many people with celiac disease, especially those who are in the 0-2 year range of their recovery, have additional food intolerance issues which could be temporary. To figure this out you may need to keep a food diary and do an elimination diet over a few months. Some common food intolerance issues are dairy/casein, eggs, corn, oats, and soy. The...
  3. Yes, there does seem to be some evidence that people with celiac disease can have a higher risk of cardiovascular problems, especially if inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, or other autoimmune issues are involved, but it certainly does not mean everyone with celiac disease will develop heart disease. High blood pressure is also very common in the general...
  4. Celiac.com 04/15/2026 - The human immune system relies on specialized cells and molecules to recognize and defend against harmful substances such as bacteria, viruses, and toxins. Among the most important components of this defense system...
  5. Celiac.com 04/14/2026 - For people living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, checking ingredient labels is an essential part of daily life. While many people focus on obvious sources of gluten like bread, pasta, and baked goods...
  6. Celiac.com March 2026 - Explore expert insights, research updates, and practical tips on celiac disease, gluten-free living, and emerging treatments in our video library. Stay informed and empowered with the latest developments to manage...
  7. Thanks for sharing this. The Nature article you linked confirms your key points: this 47-year-old woman’s situation was indeed desperate and life-threatening, requiring daily blood transfusions and failing nine prior treatments, making CAR-T therapy a true "last chance." You are right to note the article does not detail the therapy's downsides—such as the...
  8. Celiac.com 04/13/2026 - This review explores how iron deficiency develops in people with celiac disease and how iron levels change after beginning a gluten-free diet. The researchers examined many previous scientific studies to better...
  9. Celiac.com 04/11/2026 - Chili con carne, which translates to “chili with meat,” is one of those dishes that feels like it has always existed—warm, bold, and built for sharing. Its roots are commonly tied to the borderlands of the Ameri...
  10. Celiac.com 04/10/2026 - Gluten-free bread is essential for individuals with celiac disease, but it often falls short nutritionally when compared to traditional wheat-based bread. Many gluten-free breads rely heavily on refined starches...
  11. Here is more info about how to do a gluten challenge for a celiac disease blood panel, or for an endoscopy: and this recent study recommends 4-6 slices of wheat bread per day:
  12. Celiac.com 04/09/2026 - Celiac disease is an immune-mediated condition triggered by gluten, leading to inflammation of the small intestine in individuals who are genetically susceptible. While many studies focus on gut damage and diet...
  13. Connecting with others who might be in the same boat is what this forum is all about! That seems like a positive approach.
  14. Regarding the discrimination you asked about, it is a lot more easy now to discriminate when you're supposed to answer whether or not you have celiac disease on job applications, and from what I've seen, MANY companies now include this question on their applications:
  15. It's too bad relationships end because of this disease, but I suppose that being healthy may be more important than being married or living with someone who isn't on board with the gluten-free diet.
  16. Celiac.com 04/07/2026 - Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition in which eating gluten triggers inflammation and damage in the small intestine. While the intestinal effects are well known, researchers increasingly recognize that celiac...
  17. When symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, or low energy change how we interact, others sometimes misinterpret that as disinterest, rudeness, or negativity—especially if they don’t understand the underlying condition. That doesn’t make their behavior okay, though. You don’t deserve to be treated poorly for something outside your control. Often, it reflects a lack ...
  18. Being HLA-DQ2 positive doesn’t diagnose celiac disease by itself, but it does mean he has the genetic potential for it, so it absolutely deserves careful follow-up if symptoms or concerns are present. You’re right that celiac is often downplayed, but it’s a serious autoimmune condition—not an allergy—and it can affect the brain, nervous system, and overa...
  19. Yes, I don't recommend barley or wheat grass, even though technically speaking if it's made using ONLY the pure grass it is gluten-free, however, I've witnessed them make it at Jamba Juice and the seeds/kernels often get mixed into the grass before they juice it, so in that case would not be safe.
  20. Celiac.com 04/06/2026 - Celiac disease develops when the immune system reacts abnormally to gluten, damaging the lining of the small intestine. While specific genetic markers in the human leukocyte antigen region are known to increase...
  21. Welcome to the forum! Your results are a bit mixed, but not uncommon. Your total IgA level is normal, which means the standard celiac tests (tTG-IgA) should be reliable—and those came back negative both times. However, your elevated deamidated gliadin peptide (DGP) IgA (54, above normal) can sometimes indicate gluten-related immune activity, especially i...
  22. Celiac.com 04/03/2026 - Most people think of home as the one place where they can fully relax. It is where meals are shared, routines are built, and stress from the outside world fades away. But for someone with celiac disease, the kitchen...
  23. Celiac.com 04/02/2026 - When Martha Stewart talks about food, people listen. Her name is practically synonymous with home cooking, “clean” ingredients, and the idea that what you eat can shape how you feel. That is why her recent interest in ...
  24. Celiac.com 04/01/2026 - At first glance, deli meat seems simple. It is just sliced turkey, ham, roast beef, or chicken—right? For people living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, however, even something as basic as lunch meat c...
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