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Gluten Free Lexington (GFL) is the central Kentucky chapter of the national Celiac Disease Foundation. We use support programs, restaurant outings, special events, & other strategies to create public awareness of celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, and wheat allergies. We offer support to all those following a gluten free diet. To learn more about GFL, click here. Or, just join us at our next activity!
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University of Maryland Confirms
Existence of Gluten Sensitivity
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Dr. Alessio Fasano and the Center for Celiac Research provide the most important breakthrough in nearly 10 years, for those concerned with gluten related disorders or the gluten free diet. Click to learn more.
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Here's The Sandwich Bread
You've Been Dreaming Of!
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Katz Bread Comes To Lexington!
Katz Gluten Free! - Buy Now At
Good Foods Market & Cafe
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Is Epitope-Specific Immunotherapy for Celiac Disease a Foundation for Future Autoimmune Vaccines?
<p>Hoping to develop a vaccine that will allow patients with celiac disease to safely eat gluten, researchers are busily exploring the possibilities offered therapeutic vaccines, known as antigen-specific immunotherapy.</p>
Shrimp with Mushrooms and Snow Peas (Gluten-Free)
<p>This is a flexible recipe, and you can substitute chicken or pork for shrimp. You can also use sugar snap peas...</p>
What Are the Rates of Human Leukocyte Antigen DQ2/8 in Non-celiac Patients with Gastrointestinal Diseases?
<p>To investigate the prevalence of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) DQ2/8 alleles in Southern Italians with liver and gastrointestinal (GI) diseases outside of celiac disease, a team of researchers recently looked at human leukocyte antigen DQ2/8 prevalence in non-celiac patients with gastrointestinal diseases.</p>
Can a Gluten-free Diet Reduce Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
<p>A team of researchers recently conducted a controlled trial of gluten-free diet in patients with irritable bowel syndrome-diarrhea to gauge the effects on bowel frequency and intestinal function. Their goal was to determine whether a gluten-free diet might benefit patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D).</p>
Spicely Organic and Gluten-Free Taco Seasoning
<p>Finally someone has made a taco seasoning that is not only gluten-free and organic, but it also doesn’t contain the usual preservatives, artificial colorings and flavorings—including MSG!</p>
Lavender Lemon Bars (Gluten-Free)
<p>This recipe makes a delicious, sweet, tangy lemon bar. The lavender flowers add a fresh, aromatic twist. You can easily skip them, if you prefer a more traditional lemon bar.</p>
Do High Levels of Celiac Disease Antibodies Put Pregnant Women at Risk for Low Birth Weight Babies?
<p>Pregnant women with higher levels of issue transglutaminase (anti-tTG), an antibody common in people with celiac disease, at risk for low fetal and birth weight in their babies, according to a new study in Gastroenterology.</p>
Rack of Lamb with Garlic and Herbs (Gluten-Free)
<p><span>With the last of the cool nights upon us, and precious few excuses for romance since Valentine's Day, it's a great time to throw down a tasty, eye-pleasing meal that will speak volumes about your culinary character.</span></p>
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Are Antibodies to Deamidated Gliadin Peptides An Accurate Predictor of Celiac Disease in Infants?
<p>Researchers have known for some time that immunoglobulin G antibodies against deamidated gliadin peptides are about as accurate as tissue transglutaminase and endomysium autoantibodies in diagnosing celiac disease in adults. However, not much is known about their predictive value in infants with a suspected gluten enteropathy.</p>
Does Gluten Intake at the Time of Hepatitis B Vaccination Influence the Immune Response of Celiac Disease Patients?
<p>A number of studies have indicated that people with celiac disease have an inadequate response to hepatitis B vaccination. In an effort to better understand the issue, a team of researchers assessed hepatitis B vaccination response in relation to gluten exposure status in patients with celiac disease.</p>
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All information on this web site Copyright © 2008 by Gluten Free Lexington. All rights reserved. This web site is intended to provide basic information about gluten-related disorders, and the gluten free diet. Gluten-related disorders include gluten intolerance, Celiac Disease/Dermatitis Herpetiformis, and wheat allergies. The information contained herein is not intended to provide, nor does it constitute, medical advice. Dietary changes based on information on this web site should not be initiated without first consulting a physician. Celiac (or coeliac) disease is also commonly referred to as celiac sprue, or non-tropical sprue. It should not be confused with gluten intolerance or wheat allergy, which are separate medical conditions. Gluten Free Lexington also serves Frankfort, Georgetown, Richmond, Nicholasville, Versailles, Winchester, Paris, Harrodsburg, Lawrenceburg, Mt. Sterling, Danville, Lebanon, Berea and all surrounding areas.
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