Success on the Health Journey
Janet’s Story (in her own words):
Four years ago, I became very sick with what can best be described as “severe gastrointestinal distress”!
For six months, I researched symptoms and finally figured out that my problem was Celiac Disease — the digestive system’s inabilty to absorb the gluten found in wheat, barley, and rye. My self-diagnosis was confirmed with a blood test and I did not have to have an endoscopy as I considered this too invasive.
Since that time, I have learned that even just a little bit of gluten brings on symptoms, so the incentive to stay gluten-free goes without saying! Add a dairy allergy to the mix and I’ve become quite the compulsive label reader!
Earth Fare offers a wide variety of gluten-free products; both prepared and ingredients for recipes. Without Earth Fare, I would have had to order some of the products online where shipping and handling costs can be prohibitive.
Thanks, Earth Fare, for the selection of products that you offer for those of us with multiple allergies and conditions!
I have heard that even if one doesn’t have Celiac’s or a gluten sensitivity – it may be good to reduce gluten in one’s diet as it can be found in so many items. Is this true? Why?
@Jen B:
It seems to me that “gluten free” has recently become the newest buzzword in weight loss circles, and while it is present in many foods, I personally would not tout it as a cure-all for anything and if you don’t have to be gluten-free for health reasons then don’t sweat it! But that’s just my opinion, not an “official” answer!