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My previous segment introduced some of the symptoms and concerns regarding celiac disease and non-celiac gluten-sensitivity. This segment will discuss some of the food terms that signal gluten in a product and the nutritional deficiencies that may come from a gluten-free diet. The providers at Granite Peaks Gastroenterology do not recommend a gluten-free diet for […]
Read moreBy Chrissy Weaver, PA-C It isn’t uncommon for seniors to have difficulty getting enough of the nutrients they need to stay healthy. Many seniors don’t eat large quantities of food and may not have an appetite for some of the foods they used to eat. Medications can play a role in the lost appeal of […]
Read moreBy Christopher Cutler, M.D. Many people with celiac disease present with classic gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, gas, bloating, abdominal pain, and weight loss. However, other people have no GI complaints and may present with non-specific symptoms, making the diagnosis of celiac disease very difficult. The following is a list of some conditions which, if […]
Read moreOVERVIEW Lactose is the sugar found in milk and dairy products such as cheese and yogurt. After eating dairy products that contain this sugar, usually lactase, a digestive enzyme of the small intestine, helps to breakdown this complex sugar into two simple sugars, glucose and galactose. These simple sugars are then absorbed in the small […]
Read moreDenise is the Pathology Lab Manager at Granite Peaks Gastroenterology. She shares her story about how she first learned that she had the condition, and tips for living with Celiac Disease. In 2008, I came to work for Granite Peaks Gastroenterology. I learned about the importance of digestive health, including being screened at the age […]
Read moreHave you been recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease? Are you looking for celiac disease treatment? Are you finding it difficult to transition into a gluten-free diet plan? Most people are overwhelmed by the challenge of eating gluten-free as a part of celiac disease treatment. Here is a 7-day beginner’s Gluten-Free Meal Plan to help you start […]
Read moreTasty Gluten-Free Recipes For Any Celiac Disease Sufferer For the enthusiastic sports fans, the start of the Fall season only means one thing: It’s Football Season! Let the tailgating begin. No one wants to be left out of these popular game day favorites. At Granite Peaks Gastroenterology, we’re happy to pass along these gluten-free recipes […]
Read moreAccording to the Calorie Control Council, “the average American may consume more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat from snacking and feasting.” The following are some tips to help decrease the caloric increase, according to Toby Amidor, from US News: Turkey: “Smaller birds are usually more tender than larger birds in which could […]
Read moreAn estimated 3 million Americans are living with Celiac Disease, and 83% don’t even know they have the disease. That’s a staggering statistic, especially with all of the noise on the market promoting gluten-free foods and beverages. According to an article from Food Navigator, “Mintel, which has one of the broadest definitions [of gluten-free], pegs […]
Read moreBy J. David Schmidt, MD UPDATED 10/9/2018 Celiac disease is an autoimmune digestive disease that damages the villi of the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. The consumption of gluten aggravates the small intestine creating chronic inflammation. Gluten is found primarily in wheat, barley, rye, and in foods such as […]
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