Van Waffle is a Canadian writer, naturalist, poet, photographer, and weaver. Research editor for Gluten-Free Living magazine and a journalist for more than 30 years, Van shares his humanistic perspective on trending topics in celiac disease.
A new study suggests a high dose of gluten might protect infants from celiac disease. However, other experts warn that the evidence shows a benefit only for introducing normal amounts of wheat to breastfed babies 4-6 months old.
Continue ReadingA new intensive study confirms that people with celiac disease are frequently exposed to gluten in food.
Continue ReadingA new Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) ruling released October 13 allows a gluten-free label on spirits distilled from gluten-containing grains.
Continue ReadingNew research from Columbia University revealed differences in the antibodies present, adding evidence that NCGS involves a different kind of inflammation in the gut in response to gluten.
Continue ReadingThe first study of its kind in North America has found an increased risk for birth defects in children of women with active, untreated celiac disease.
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