The number of people diagnosed in the UK with coeliac disease has increased fourfold between 1990 and 2011, a study suggests, with an estimated one in 100 people in the UK suffering from the disease. With more and more people being diagnosed in recent years, awareness of coeliac disease has never been so widespread. But here’s 15 […]
Take a moment to review what’s understood about coeliac disease and revisit the foundations of the gluten-free lifestyle, with Lyndel Costain’s checklist of safe foods and those to avoid… Gluten is a type of protein found in grains including wheat, barley and rye. Gluten becomes sticky and malleable when combined with water, making it ideal […]
Embarking on a gluten-free diet can seem very daunting, so here are some top tips from Europe’s number 1 gluten-free food company, Schär’s, resident dietitian to help get you started… 1 There’s no reason why a gluten free diet can’t be healthy and well balanced. Eat regular meals based on gluten free starchy foods (including […]
Q I am planning on losing weight for my wedding and have recently been diagnosed a coeliac. Do you have any tips on how to adopt a healthy wheat-free and gluten-free diet as I’m aware a lot of gluten-free products and substitutes can contain a lot of added sugar? You are right in thinking there […]
When we talk about gluten we tend to think of the usual suspects: pasta; cake and the number one suspect: bread. But you’d be surprised to learn what other foods and products contain gluten. If you suffer from Coeliac Disease this could be a big problem. Even if you are carefully avoiding gluten you could […]
If you’ve got coeliac disease, cross-contamination with even the slightest bit of gluten is a real no-no. It can be tough sharing a kitchen with gluten-eating family and friends, and it might seem almost impossible to avoid contamination. Here are some of our top tips for keeping your kitchen gluten-free. 1. Label everything. We mean […]
Even though the terms wheat and gluten are often used interchangeably, they are not the same thing. Dr Eva Detko explains the difference… Why is it important to know the difference between wheat and gluten? Understanding the difference between wheat and gluten can help avoid any unnecessary symptoms that may be brought on by ingesting the wrong foods. […]
You might already be diagnosed with Coeliac Disease, or suffering from a gluten intolerance, and this week is a chance to share your favourite gluten-free recipes and advice. There may be a few among you who are just beginning a gluten-free diet, maybe because you’ve just been diagnosed with – or you believe you might have […]