by Brenda Watson | Nov 7, 2012 | General
Celiac disease is an autoimmune digestive condition in which the body’s immune system damages the villi (fingerlike projections) of the small intestine in response to the presence of gluten, found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats. This intestinal damage prevents the...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 1, 2012 | General
Renew You Challenge Let’s start this week off right! Here is your newest weekly challenge (I mean opportunity!) to help set you off on the right foot and in the right direction for bringing health to your week. You could even add it to your calendar. Join us! Quinoa...
by Brenda Watson | Sep 5, 2012 | General
Gluten sensitivity is a milder form of celiac disease that involves a response to the gluten protein found in wheat, known as gliadin. Gluten sensitivity has been linked to a wide array of health conditions. I have encountered so many people—including myself!—who have...
by Brenda Watson | Feb 22, 2012 | General
According to a recent study published in the journal Chronic Illness, women with celiac disease are more likely to report stress, depression and disordered eating, even if they are following a gluten-free diet. The researchers found that women adhering to a...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 3, 2011 | General
Renew You Challenge Let’s start this week off right! Weekly challenge (I mean opportunity!) to help set you off on the right foot and in the right direction for bringing health to your week. You could even add it to your calendar. Join us! The risk of celiac disease...
