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"Some researchers believe that infections may be a cause; others blame diet or food allergies, particularly to foods containing gluten. gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and oats. It is estimated that 3 to 5 percent of people with autoimmune thyroid disease maybe gluten-sensitive, and their symptoms improve on a gluten-free diet. Thyroid antibodies increase and decrease over time and don't always cause low-thyroid complaints. In fact, sometimes your thyroid gland can become overstimulated (hyperthyroid) from auto-antibodies, and other times your gland can appear perfectly normal." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"One of the most common proteins the intestine doesn't tolerate well is gluten, which is found in wheat, barley, rye, and sometimes oats. At least 1 percent of the world's population is gluten intolerant. If you are allergic and you continue to eat gluten, your small intestine stays inflamed. The chronic D deficiency that results from poor absorption due to the inflammation in the small intestine may then predispose you to autoimmune diseases among the many other problems associated with D deficiency." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

"Further, the rate and severity of diabetes could be manipulated by varying the amount of gluten in the diet. Others have shown that delaying introduction of dietary gluten in animals delays or prevents diabetes. Most authorities in this area of diabetes research conclude that gluten is a major factor in causing the development of IDDM in genetically predisposed animals.20 SOY Soy is also a diabetogenic and kaphagenic food. It is a low-mineral food that robs the body of minerals. About 90 percent of all soy is genetically modified (GMO)." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"In celiac disease, under any of its many names (gluten-sensitive [or gluten-induced] enteropathy; gluten intolerance; nontropical sprue; celiac sprue), an intolerance to gluten, or protein, in wheat or rye causes damage to the villi, making absorption impossible. Although treatment consists of a permanent gluten-free diet, lactase activity will normally return within a few months for anyone who is not naturally LI. (Those who are intolerant to both milk and wheat will have significantly worse symptoms before treatment than those who only have gluten intolerance." - Steve Carper, Milk Is Not for Every Body: Living with Lactose Intolerance (Get the book.)

"The similarity between an allergic response and an autoimmune response is clearest in the autoimmune disease known as celiac disease—what some term a gluten allergy—in which the body perceives gluten as a foreign invader. In order to protect the body from the foreign substance in the digestive tract, the immune system produces antibodies that mistakenly attack the lining of the gut as well, resulting in autoimmune disease. Eliminate the allergen—gluten in wheat and other grains—and the autoimmune disease subsides." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"In celiac disease, under any of its many names (gluten-sensitive [or gluten-induced] enteropathy; gluten intolerance; nontropical sprue; celiac sprue), an intolerance to gluten, or protein, in wheat or rye causes damage to the villi, making absorption impossible. Although treatment consists of a permanent gluten-free diet, lactase activity will normally return within a few months for anyone who is not naturally LI. (Those who are intolerant to both milk and wheat will have significantly worse symptoms before treatment than those who only have gluten intolerance." - Steve Carper, Milk Is Not for Every Body: Living with Lactose Intolerance (Get the book.)

"Too Many Wheat Products Modern strains of commercial wheat have been "re-engineered" and contain up to five times the gluten and one-third the normal protein compared to original strains. gluten is difficult for the body to completely digest. It clogs and congests the capillaries of the circulatory system. It is, as the name implies, like glue. It thickens the blood, similar to what happens when you mix water and flour to make paste. As alternatives, choose products made from other grains such as brown rice, rye, and barley, or ancient wheat strains such as spelt and kamut." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"At least 1 percent of the world's population is gluten intolerant. If you are allergic and you continue to eat gluten, your small intestine stays inflamed. The chronic D deficiency that results from poor absorption due to the inflammation in the small intestine may then predispose you to autoimmune diseases among the many other problems associated with D deficiency. Many people with celiac disease also have deficiencies of potassium, magnesium, iron, and vitamins A, K, and B." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

"Others have shown that delaying introduction of dietary gluten in animals delays or prevents diabetes. Most authorities in this area of diabetes research conclude that gluten is a major factor in causing the development of IDDM in genetically predisposed animals.20 SOY Soy is also a diabetogenic and kaphagenic food. It is a low-mineral food that robs the body of minerals. About 90 percent of all soy is genetically modified (GMO). Soy is also one of the top seven allergens, and is widely known to cause immediate hypersensitivity reactions." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"Frieden used Total Body Modification and helped us deal with nutritional issues, with what turned out to be a gluten intolerance. We immediately started Mark on a gluten-free diet. He also had a NES scan and started on the Infoceuticals. "There has been incredible improvement in his health and behavior. Since Mark has been on NES over the past year, he has begun to read at sixth- or seventh-grade level, and he is on track with all his other subjects and is taking riding lessons and guitar lessons." - Peter h. Fraser and Harry Massey, Decoding the Human Body-Field: The New Science of Information as Medicine (Get the book.)

"Oats may pose a risk to the rare individual who is hypersensitive to the gluten they contain. Toxic effects of oats, given in moderate amounts, have not been observed in patients with dermatitis herpetiformis, but it remains possible that only large amounts are harmful. Until toxicity is conclusively ruled out and oat products are labeled as being gluten-free, gluten-sensitive patients should be advised to avoid oats (Parnell et al, 1998)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Too Many Wheat Products Modern strains of commercial wheat have been "re-engineered" and contain up to five times the gluten and one-third the normal protein compared to original strains. gluten is difficult for the body to completely digest. It clogs and congests the capillaries of the circulatory system. It is, as the name implies, like glue. It thickens the blood, similar to what happens when you mix water and flour to make paste. As alternatives, choose products made from other grains such as brown rice, rye, and barley, or ancient wheat strains such as spelt and kamut." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"A full-blown allergy to gluten is called celiac disease, and at one time it was thought to affect 1 in 200 people. Now the figure is believed to be closer to 1 in 3 3, and some experts say it's even more common than that. As James Braly, M.D., says in his book Dangerous Grains, celiac disease is just one subset of gluten sensitivity. Many, many more people than have celiac disease have undiagnosed or delayed food sensitivities, and wheat and gluten are prime triggers. (Wheat is one of the seven top allergens in the diet." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"You could just be sensitive to gluten or have celiac disease, in which case gluten actually damages your intestines. You'd experience weight loss, bloating, gas, weakness, and changes in your bowel habits. If you have celiac disease, you must completely avoid foods containing gluten. You'll have to read labels carefully since gluten pops up in all sorts of unexpected places ?even ice cream. Keep a food diary so you can pinpoint which foods cause which symptoms. This will help your doctor determine your problem. Beware of hidden lactose. like gluten, lactose crops up in some unlikely places." - Frank W. Cawood and Associates, The Folk Remedy Encyclopedia: Olive Oil, Vinegar, Honey and 1,001 Other Home Remedies (Get the book.)

"CELIAC DISEASE: Sorghum lacks gluten-containing proteins typically found in wheat, rye, and barley, and is therefore considered safe for those diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Tips for Using Sorghum SELECTION AND STORAGE: • Sorghum can be purchased in grain, flour, syrup, and sugar form. Sorghum can also be found in certain types of cereals. • Store sorghum flour in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for months." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "Though barley is low in gluten, it is not gluten-free, so people with celiac disease should not use it in place of wheat. Tips on Using Barley selection and storage: • Whole barley comes hulled (also known as "pot barley"), pearled, cracked, flaked, and in flour forms. Barley malt, a natural sweetener made from the sprouted form of the grain, comes in either liquid or powdered varieties. • Make sure you buy your grain from stores with high turnover. If you're unsure of its freshness, check for evidence of moisture or condensation on the packaging." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"Go gluten-free. gluten, a protein in wheat, has been found to trigger allergies that can exacerbate arthritic conditions. Try avoiding wheat-based breads, pastas and doughs, and your hip may begin to loosen up. • Too-Strong Solution? ./V controversial arthritis remedy is dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a chemical solvent derived from wood pulp. The solvent helps to reduce inflammation when massaged into arthritic joints. However, some physicians believe that the chemical can cause cataracts if used too frequently. Ask your doctor for advice before applying DMSO to swollen joints." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"It is estimated that 30 to 35 percent of people have sensitivities to gluten (the major protein in wheat and certain other grains), and an astounding 50 to 80 percent of people have sensitivities to dairy. Doctors have known for decades that kids with dairy and gluten sensitivities behave differently when exposed to these foods, and there are far more children with these sensitivities than we are aware of." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"Scientists aren't sure how gluten contributes, but past studies show eating a strict gluten-free diet may help some people with RA. You'll find lectin mostly in grains, cereals, and legumes. gluten hides in many grains as well as the foods made with them - flour, bread, sauces, gravies, candies, and even some alcoholic drinks. You'd have to give up a lot to avoid them, but feeling better could be worth the sacrifice. Special diets don't work for everyone. Some experts warn the more severe your arthritis or the longer you've had it, the less likely changing your diet will help." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"Constituents Beta-carotene, B vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc histamine, lysine, methionine, lipids, saponins, flavonoids, vanilloside, starch, gluten, alkaloids (trigonelline, avenine), phytosterols (b-sitosterol) • Moisture: moist • Polarity: yin • Planet: Mercury/Mars/Jupiter/Moon/Pluto/Venus • Element: earth Contraindications Those with gluten allergies should use oats with caution." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"Wheat, and particularly the gluten part of the wheat, is metabolized into at least eleven different opiates. It is for these reasons that this year of support to break our addiction to the foods offered in the Culture of Death is so crucial." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.) "Most authorities in this area of diabetes research conclude that gluten is a major factor in causing the development of IDDM in genetically predisposed animals.20 SOY Soy is also a diabetogenic and kaphagenic food. It is a low-mineral food that robs the body of minerals. About 90 percent of all soy is genetically modified (GMO). Soy is also one of the top seven allergens, and is widely known to cause immediate hypersensitivity reactions." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"No foods containing gluten. With a little bit of vigilance, you will get tremendous results, I promise. I've seen them. I realize that the change will be greater for some families than for others. If your child eats fruit-flavored sugar cereal and doughnuts for breakfast, the shift to a sugar-free diet will be more challenging, because the switch will amount to a lifestyle change, but the benefits will be hugely noticeable. For families already feeding their children a pretty healthy diet, making some modifications shouldn't prove too hard." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"If you have celiac disease or are sensitive to wheat, rye, or other grains that contain gluten, use barley and barley extract cautiously. Carnitine Carnitine is a derivative of the amino acids lysine and methionine. It is involved in energy production and specifically assists with the oxidation of glucose. Several published scientific studies have shown that carnitine supplementation supports insulin sensitivity and optimizes blood glucose levels. Carnitine has also been shown to decrease fat levels in muscle." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"If you are allergic and you continue to eat gluten, your small intestine stays inflamed. The chronic D deficiency that results from poor absorption due to the inflammation in the small intestine may then predispose you to autoimmune diseases among the many other problems associated with D deficiency. Many people with celiac disease also have deficiencies of potassium, magnesium, iron, and vitamins A, K, and B. If you have recurrent canker sores or irritable bowel syndrome and other bowel symptoms, see a doctor for an evaluation." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

"Mochi bake-and-serve rice squares are dairy free, wheat free, and gluten free and have no cholesterol. They come in different flavors like raisin cinnamon, plain, and chocolate. To prepare, all you do is pop them in the oven and bake for eight to ten minutes. You can find mochi on the web (www.grainaissance.com/mochi.html) or in health-food stores. • Oatmeal. You can buy organic ready-cut oats in bulk for just a few dollars. To prepare, cook oats in boiling water for three minutes." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.)

"Avoid gluten, which is in wheat, oats, barley and rye, as well as milk protein. These sometimes cause food allergies, which can also affect the brain. Inflammatory components from allergies can end up in the brain, causing inflammatory reactions. I also suggest eliminating yeast and mold. "I would advise a trial of avoiding certain common food allergens, including milk, corn, soy, eggs, tomatoes, beef, peanuts, and there are several more, but that should be individualized." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.) "Flesh foods, gluten, and high carbs affected my attitude. I soon realized why I fell asleep several times a day. Learning the rationale of this new lifestyle and following the common sense of pure food and exercise created wonderful changes. I felt free and clean. I developed not only into a champion runner and businessman, having created a successful restaurant that expanded five times, I was voted the 2006 Long Island Handicapped Employer of the Year. I received the Goldman Sachs Handicapped Entrepreneur of the Year award, and the 2006 Achilles Athlete of the Year award." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

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