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Gluten-sensitive enteropathy (GSE), also known as celiac disease or sprue, is a disease where malabsorption of nutrients from food in the small itestine due to a pathological condition leads to or causes intolerance of gluten. This condition affects an estimated 1% of Americans (1 in 100 people) actually suffering with some form of gluten sensitivity. The purist medical diagnosis is made only when the pathology results of a small bowel biopsy prove its presence. However, the test is quite painful and often unnecessary because it eliminates too many people who actually benefit from trying a gluten free diet and there is no down side to trying the diet and seeing how it affects you. The most common symptoms of gluten intolerance are body aches, fatigue, headaches, joint or muscle pain, bloating, diarrhea, heartburn and other digestive problems. Many autoimmune illnesses like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disorders and diabetes have been connected to gluten intolerance in some scientific studies. WHAT is GLUTEN? Gluten is a combination of two proteins: gliadin and glutenin. Both are found in wheat, barley and rye plants. Their presence makes dough elastic and allows leavening while giving chewiness to baked goods. In people who are gluten sensitive, these foods cannot be properly digested leading to the symptoms described. Americans, athletes and mere mortals alike, hail a diet high in carbohydrates with bread and pasta leading the hit parade. Initial fears associated with the entry of gluten free diets revolved around the potential loss of B-vitamins, iron and fiber and the carbohydrate/energy connection. Carbohydrates during training or competition are considered essential in maintaining energy, blood sugar levels, preventing fatigue and providing quick recovery for over 50 years. As research advanced, so did the information rebuffing these fears. Gluten free diets are more likely to increase the amount of energy production, improve vitamin, mineral absorption, improve immune system and hormone balance simply by reducing the stress on the intestine caused by gluten, leading to better absorption and energy production. As data in support of gluten free diets grew and my patients extolled the virtues of gluten free in their overall health plans, I wrote The Hormone Friendly Diet in 2009. www.drerika.com/subpages/products/product.aspx?id=0b811897-aada-41c4-8b4a-c9da30526274 More than 25,000 patients to date attribute miraculous results is as little as 30 days. Patients with intestinal issues, weight gain, insomnia and hair loss found relief with hormones when teamed up with the Hormone Friendly Diet. Gluten free diet leads to improved digestion and better absorption of nutrients causing better overall performance. Clinically, improved performance in people who eat a gluten-free diet is unquestionable. But don’t worry gluten-free is not as restrictive as you might think. It includes all varieties of rice, organic corn, flaxseeds, quinoa, tapioca, potato, amaranth, tofu, nuts, and beans. - Absorption of nutrients improves dramatically without gluten. As a result your body functions more optimally. - Hypoglycemia that follows intense exercise or consumption of high amounts of carbohydrates decreases. - Gluten-free diets help stabilize blood sugar levels, leading to increased muscle strength and stamina. Gluten Free Foods Fresh or flash frozen vegetables without sauce, all fresh corn, potatoes, squash, dried beans and lentils, Fresh, dried or frozen fruits, Whole grains such as certified gluten-free, breads, cereals, pastas, granola, oats, millet, quinoa, amaranth, sorghum, corn tortilla, tapioca, rice, eggs, tofu, all nut butters, cold pressed oils, apple cider vinegar, meats- chicken, beef, fish, pork Read food labels. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act states that 'wheat' must be on the food label if wheat is used in the food. Gluten free foods are labeled as such. Try following the gluten free diet for a week first , then go onto the 30 day diet www.drerika.com/subpages/products/product.aspx?id=0b811897-aada-41c4-8b4a-c9da30526274 and see how you feel. Most who try it tell stories of miraculous improvement in their symptoms and overall sense of wellbeing, myself included. Having said that, unless you are mortally allergic to gluten, you can certainly splurge here and there and have a slice of pizza or a bowl of fresh caccia e pepe pasta or panettone at Christmas. It won’t kill you and you’ll enjoy going back to your gluten free diet even more. Remember, it’s all about balance. Erika Schwartz, MD Patients' Health Advocate and Leading Expert on Bioidentical Hormones A leading national expert in the fields of bioidentical hormone therapies, wellness and true disease prevention, Dr. Erika Schwartz takes the groundbreaking stance that people’s lives don’t have to change just because their hormones do. After decades of seeing patients needlessly endure the symptoms of hormone imbalance, Dr. Schwartz has made it her mission to educate both medical professionals and everyday people on the power of preventive care and the wellness benefits of hormone balance. She is a firm believer that no one should suffer because of his or her body chemistry: For every imbalance, there’s a healthy, safe solution for a healthy, happy life. Over the past 30 years, Dr. Schwartz and has written four best-selling books, has testified before Congress, hosted her own PBS pledge special on bioidentical hormones, appeared on various news programs including CBS News, Larry King Live, CNN and MSNBC as well as The View, Oprah Satellite Radio with Dr. Oz and many others. ### For advertising and promotion on HealthNewsDigest.com please contact Mike McCurdy: tvmike13@HealthNewsDigest.com or 877-634-9180 HealthNewsDigest.com is syndicated worldwide and has over 7,000 journalists as subscribers. Top of Page 
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