Can Genetically Engineered Foods Trigger Gluten Sensitivity?

There’s a lot of talk taking place on the Internet about whether there is a link between gluten intolerance and genetically modified foods, as well as concerns about whether it's creating an epidemic. Below is  an interesting video with Jeffrey Smith and Tom Malterre, MS, CN discussing GMO’s and Gluten. It’s always great to be informed so that you can make better decisions when it comes to anything that may affect your health. So, keep abreast of the interesting articles that are out their about the gluten free community and remember to read pay attention to the labels on your products. Education is Freedom. Lovely Is As Lovely Does.

Celiac Awareness Month 2015

This is the time of year when many Celiac Foundations and other related organizations make a huge effort to raise awareness about celiac disease throughout the country.

What is Celiac Disease

Celiac Disease can affect individuals in many different ways mostly due to the large amount of possible symptoms. It's a genetic autoimmune disease which damages the small intestine, which is part of the gut that digests and absorbs our nutrients. It's very difficult to absorb nutrients when the small intestine is damaged.

There are individuals with no noticeable symptoms, some with slight symptoms ranging from digestion trouble, stomach pain, bloating, gas and weight problems. And of course there's the serious symptoms for those with celiac disease, such as severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, sore muscle aches, malnutrition issues and many other uncomfortable issues. Triggering of these symptoms  comes from gluten found in a protein grain such as barley, wheat and rye and consuming this can upset the entire body.

Informative Celiac Disease Groups

Here is a site that list many of the wonderful groups available to education you about Celiac Disease:
http://celiac.nih.gov/Organizations.aspx

30% Off Sale In Honor of Celiac Awareness Month

Thank you all within the Celiac and Gluten Intolerance Community for supporting Lovely Lady Products and please know that we will always be working towards providing you with products that are clean and safe for your body and the wellbeing of the planet. Following is a 30% off discount code to use throughout the month of May in honor of Celiac Awareness Month when shopping at www.lovelyladyproducts.com  Place the CelicaAwareMonth code in the coupon window when viewing your shopping cart.

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Gluten Free Living Is Not a Choice for Many and Why GMOs Must be a NO

Gluten Free living is not just a choice or fade but for many a necessity an it's personal for LLP. 

This is a fundamental element behind the formation of Lovely Lady Products since the founder suffers from many skin, hair and other autoimmune issues which are attributed to Celiac Disease.  According to the Center for Celiac Research, it is estimated that at least 6% to 7% of Americans (around 20 million people)  may suffer from some degree of gluten intolerance, even though some sufferers do not experience digestive problems. Symptoms can include eczema-like skin symptoms, brain fog, fatigue, fibromyalgia, malnutrition, digestive problems, migraines and infertility. While this may seem hard to believe, it is estimated that 90% of people with gluten sensitivity are undiagnosed yet they feel or look unhealthy and have struggled to determine the root cause(s).

Celiac disease is on the rise too... 

also caused by eating the proteins in GMO gluten. It used to be a rare disease and now its popping up all over the place. "Celiac disease was rare, but it's now more common in all age groups," says Joseph Murray, M.D., a Mayo Gastroenterologist. Although the cause is stated to be unknown, celiac disease affects one in 100 people. What's more, the Mayo Clinic has found a fourfold higher death risk for people with undiagnosed gluten intolerance.

Natural Society states.... 

that the cause isn't 'unknown' though, as many mainstream media outlets will purport; it is linked to GMOs and altered wheat and they state here's why:  You’re eating pesticides, junk-wheat, and altered DNA! That’s the simple answer, but the more involved explanation is that Monsanto, Bayer and Syngenta have utterly changed the wheat we grow in America. We aren’t eating the wheat our grandparents or ancestors ate. While other countries ban GMOs, we are shoveling the stuff down our gullets with abandon. Because of the industrial revolution and the way wheat has been processed and milled, most of us eat ‘wheat flour’ that is devoid of nutrients, and the peptides our bodies are used to. The truth is that normal gluten is a protein made up of the peptides gliadin and glutenin. It is found in many grains such as wheat, semolina, spelt, kamut, rye, and barley. Our bodies used to know how to digest those proteins because they were made by nature – not mad scientists and greedy corporations. It’s estimated that 5% of the proteins found in hybridized wheat are new proteins that were not found in either of the original wheat plants. These “new proteins” are part of the problem that has led to increased systemic inflammation, widespread gluten intolerance, and higher rates of celiac.

Researchers are also studying the impact of gluten absorption from the many body care products......      

that our society tends to use on any given day. There are certainly enough reports of topical reactions to warrant further research on the subject. From toothpaste to lotions to hair care, many companies big commercial brands have chosen to include gluten or gluten derivatives often as fillers or binders. Rest assured, if you are among the many people who have had reactions to (or are concerned about experiencing a reaction to) gluten containing products, whether due to Celiac Disease, Gluten Intolerance or a separate skin allergy, there are many brands including Lovely Lady Products who are gluten free so that the benefits can be enjoyed by a wider range of users who share a common goal of achieving internal and external wellness. However, it's very important that your products selections be not only gluten free but free of chemicals, unnecessary additives and especially free of GMOs, making them an easy and dependable choice to purchase for you and your family. Learn more about the Risk of GMOs and the connection they have to Celiac Disease at  http://naturalsociety.com/18-million-americans-suffer-gmo-gluten-intolerance/

General References and Sources

- The Center for Celiac Research 

- Dr. Joseph Murray

- The Mayo Clinic

- Natural Society http://naturalsociety.com/18-million-americans-suffer-gmo-gluten-intolerance/

- Fasano A. et al. Divergence of gut permeability and mucosal immune gene expression in two gluten-associated conditions: celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. BMC Medicine 2011, 9:23. doi:10.1186/1741-7015-9-23.

The Allergy Train, by Celia Kaye via the Huffington Post Healthy Living Blog

I was just about to post my latest blog on gluten free body care and discovered a wonderful article on the Huffington Post Healthy Living Blog. However, after reading Celia's very interesting story, I decided this is definitely a better story to post for GlutenFree WheatFree Wednesday. Below is what she had to say:

I'm pretty accepting of the fact that I can't eat gluten-containing foods without suffering the consequences. I know that it will irk some people and result in dubious looks from others. I know that when restaurants charge more for gluten-free sandwiches it's because gluten-free bread costs them more than regular bread, and I am happy about the fact that they offer it at all rather than grumpy about the extra cost. (The difference in price is tax-deductible anyway.)

It frightens me sometimes in restaurants when I have to explain what I can't eat and why, because I don't trust that the crash course I gave the waiter was sufficient and that my food won't be cross-contaminated. But I don't get annoyed when someone doesn't know what celiac disease is if they listen to what I tell them.

For some reason, though, I'm still surprised when someone in the food service industry gets it completely wrong. I mean, gluten is a pretty hot topic right now. I can't imagine how someone who works in a restaurant has been so thoroughly sheltered from all gluten-related talk. Apparently, it's possible.

Here's what happened to me recently at a restaurant. While the waiter rattled off the list of available desserts, I mentally checked the ones that were usually gluten-free. Crème brûlée without the cookie, ice cream, sorbet. Great! Three options. Knowing that there were two gluten-free customers at the table, the waiter told us that none of the desserts were gluten-free. Not surprising. Desserts in restaurants like that usually weren't unless they were somehow modified -- like crème brûlée without the cookie -- and often the desserts were pre-made and unmodifiable. So, after the rest of the table had ordered dessert, my gluten-free comrade and I ordered ice cream. To continue reading her store click here  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/celia-kaye/food-allergies_b_6785406.html