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Living With Celiac Disease – Interview With NCFA’s Alice Bast
What if foods you love and eat every day were depriving your body of vital nutrients? Headaches, diarrhea, bloating and constipation that prevented you from functioning at work, going out with friends and living your life. According to a story by ABC News, it was just a few decades ago that seeing a patient with Celiac disease was like seeing a unicorn. But today, Celiac disease and its symptoms (all three hundred plus of them) are very real. What is Celiac Disease?
Ask An Expert: Celiac Disease Awareness
Introduction: Says Alice: “After seeing 22 doctors and 8 years later, a family veterinarian actually brought it to my attention, leading to my diagnosis. The doctor knew that dogs often have problems with gluten, so he thought that maybe I was having trouble with gluten as well. A gastroenterologist ran that simple blood test and I was diagnosed.”
Breast Implants May Be Linked to Rare Disease
Women with silicone or saline breast implants may face a small risk for a rare immune-system cancer. But health officials need more data to know whether the implants caused the cancer, according to the FDA.The agency still considers implants safe overall and said that women with implants should not change their routine monitoring. Safety concerns have plagued breast implants before. Silicone implants were banned in 1992 after some women complained of leakage, leading them to become chronically ill. Widespread sales resumed in 2006 after FDA approval.
Baby Gum Disease
Your baby’s oral hygiene is an important factor in his overall health. Even though your baby may just be starting to get his first set of teeth, good oral hygiene can help reduce an excess of bacteria that leads to the development of gingivitis and periodontitis. Left untreated, gum diseases can cause tooth loss in both adults and children.
Coronary Artery Disease in Women
Coronary artery disease is the leading killer of women in the United States. Women tend to ignore the symptoms of coronary artery disease and not seek medical care until it is too late. According to American Family Physician, many doctors underestimate the risk that coronary artery disease poses for female patients. Understanding the signs and what preventative measures can be taken to reduce the risk of coronary artery disease for women can improve your health.