Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Celiac Disease Clinical Trial

Do you or someone you know have Celiac Disease? 

Follow a Gluten-free diet?
Still experiencing symptoms when exposed to gluten?
Interested in Celiac Research?

The purpose of the research study is to look at how effective and safe an investigational medication is when it is given to subjects who have Celiac Disease. The study will include people who have been diagnosed with Celiac Disease and have been on a gluten-free diet for 12 months or more before study entry.

You may qualify for the study if you:
• Are between the ages of 18 and 75 and have been diagnosed with Celiac Disease
• Have biopsy proven Celiac Disease and positive serology test results for 12 months or more before study entry
• Have been on a gluten-free diet for 12 months or more before study entry
• Are still experiencing symptoms when exposed to gluten
• Have positive serum anti-tTG (IgA or IgG) or DGP (IgA or IgG) antibodies at screening
• Are willing to maintain your current diet for the duration of the study
• Satisfy other inclusion criteria

 For more information call 336.714.7672 or visit www.pmgofwinstonsalem.com

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Reminder: Next NCPTGIG meeting on Sept. 24

The NCPTGIG will meet on September 24, 2011 at the Wachovia Scouting Center (6600 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, 27106) from 11:00 AM to ~1:00 PM. Dr. Marcie Drury Brown, MD, a pediatric endocrinologist, will speak on celiac disease and related disorders. Kathleen Sigler, MS, RD, LDN, will present a 7 day lunch plan for students. There will also be activities for the children and a chance for them to talk individually with Kathleen Sigler. A gluten-free potluck will follow, so bring your favorite gluten-free fare (and 12 copies of your recipe, with a list of potential allergens). Door prizes, including a goodie basket from Anna Lilly, will be presented!

Schedule:
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM, presentation by Marcie Drury Brown, MD
11:00 AM - 11:45 PM, cooking (or board game) activity for the children (led by Debbie and Drew Fisher)
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM, 7 day lunch menu by Kathleen Sigler, MS, RD, LDN

Updates will be posted on the blog (http://www.yadkinvalleyglutenfree.org) and on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yadkin-Valley-Gluten-Free/121404221277323).

Please RSVP at your earliest convenience: yadkinglutenfree@me.com or 336-618-1086
See you on the 24th!

Monday, August 1, 2011

NC Piedmont Triad GIG meeting and picnic this Saturday!

Reminder: NCPTGIG meeting and picnic

When: Saturday, August 6, 2011 from 11:00AM to ~1PM

Where: Wachovia Scouting Center (Old Hickory Council), 6600 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, 27106

More details and contact information at www.yadkinvalleyglutenfree.org

Schedule:
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Dr. Jillian Sarno Teta, N.D. will discuss Celiac Disease and Osteoporosis

12:00 PM to ~1:00 PM
Gluten-free picnic lunch

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Characteristics of people prone to indigestion

Click here to read the article by Patricia Hill, Winston-Salem Digestive Health Examiner

See you on August 6!

Hi everone,
I've been busy trying to purchase a farm and have neglected my blogging and site updates for a week or so. Sorry about that. I'll try to catch up this weekend.
Don't forget about the upcoming NCPTGIG August 6th meeting and picnic. Dr. Jillian Teta will talk about celiac disease and osteoporosis. Check the Meetings/Support page at yadkinvalleyglutenfree.org for details.
Hope to see you there!

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Next NCPTGIG meeting August 6, 2011

The North Carolina Piedmont Triad Gluten Intolerance Group will meet on August 6, 2011 at the Wachovia Scouting Center (6600 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, 27106) from 11:00 AM to ~1:00 PM. Dr. Jillian Sarno Teta, ND will speak on celiac disease and osteoporosis. A gluten-free cookout will follow, so bring your favorite picnic fare (and 12 copies of your recipe, with a list of potential allergens). Hotdogs, burgers and buns will be provided. Check the blog for more details and to RSVP.
See you there!

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

The impact of agriculture on the global diet: gluten intolerance and celiac disease

Click here for the summary and links to the article.

Study links celiac disease to an increased risk of cataracts

Researchers at the Karolinska University Hospital in Stockholm, Sweden have discovered that persons with celiac disease have a slightly higher risk of cataracts, compared to non-celiac controls. Co-existing autoimmune diseases, such as diabetes, or nutritional deficiencies may be associated with the increased risk. Click here to read more.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Studies affirm role of food sensitivity in skin and GI disorders

See blog for link and story.

Grieving gluten?

Be sure to read "Grieving gluten: the five stages of loss of gluten, plus a new one". Great post on this important topic from the Gluten Free Easily blog. Very inspirational and beautifully written!