Five reasons exist as to why someone might feel better on a gluten-free diet. It’s crucial to understand which of the five is the cause in order to implement a safe dietary program. – Celiac disease – Non-celiac gluten sensitivity – Wheat allergy – Sensitivity to foods rich in FODMAP (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and… Read more »
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What is a gluten challenge?
A gluten challenge is the period of time when gluten is added back into a person’s diet to assist in the diagnosis of celiac disease. Antibodies take time to build into the blood stream before they can be detected through blood analysis. For a gluten challenge we recommend eating 1/2 slice of bread or a… Read more »
(Updated .)Is it unwise to do a gluten challenge while pregnant?
Yes, it is unwise. We do not recommend a gluten challenge while pregnant.
(Updated .)I’ve heard that I don’t necessarily have to endure 12 weeks of eating gluten if I have a severe reaction. Is that true? How does it work?
The gut needs time to mount an antibody response that can be measured in the blood, which is why we recommend 12 weeks of eating gluten. If you experience symptoms immediately, it’s likely that the gut itself has quickly become damaged. In these cases, you and your medical professional could consider a shorter gluten challenge… Read more »
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