Vitamin B6 & Depression – Linked to Gluten?

Depression, Gluten Sensitivity, and Vitamin B6 Deficiency One of the key roles of vitamins in your body is to help enzymes perform their job, which is to initiate biological reactions vital to life. And vitamin B6 (a.k.a. pyridoxine) is no exception. In fact, vitamin B6 assists a variety of enzymes involved in well over 100 […]
Does Gluten Cause Selenium Deficiency

Gluten Sensitivity, Celiac Disease, and Selenium Deficiency Does gluten cause selenium deficiency? Should those with a celiac diagnosis be concerned with supplementing selenium in their diet? The simple answer is yes, but before we dive into the connection between gluten sensitivity and selenium deficiency, let’s take a look at why selenium is such an important […]
Copper Deficiency – Nutrient Deficiencies and Gluten

Gluten & Copper Deficiency When you think of copper, you may think of pennies or plumbing pipes. But copper is also an essential nutrient that plays many important roles in your body.Because those with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease can suffer with nutritional malabsorption, it is important to understand that the functions of copper.Copper deficiency […]
Should Celiacs Be Worried About Covid?

Should Celiacs or Those with Gluten Sensitivity Be More Worried About Covid? Should celiacs be worried about Covid? Are those with gluten sensitivity at greater risk of infection? The simple answer is no. If you are taking care of yourself, watching your gluten free diet carefully, and following a healthy lifestyle, you should not have […]
What Causes Leaky Gut – Going Beyond Gluten

What Causes Leaky Gut – Going Beyond Gluten Autoimmunity, including celiac disease, is the modern plague of the industrialized world. Because leaky gut is a major trigger for this massive health crisis, it is important to ask the question…What causes leaky gut? The lining of your small intestine is made up of a single layer […]
Can Gluten Cause Vitamin E Deficiency?

Gluten and Vitamin E Can gluten cause vitamin E deficiency? Do those with celiac disease benefit from vitamin E supplementation? These questions and many others will be answered below, but first let’s discuss what vitamin E is, and why it is so important. Vitamin E isn’t a single nutrient. It’s a term used to describe […]
Can Gluten Cause Asthma?

Can Gluten Cause Asthma? Can gluten cause asthma? This is a question that researchers have been asking for many years. If you suffer with asthma or COPD, keep reading to learn more about the connections between gluten, grain, celiac disease, and asthma. What is Asthma? Asthma affects approximately 25 million adults and children in the […]
Can Gluten Cause Gut Inflammation?

Can Gluten Cause Gut Inflammation? Can gluten cause gut inflammation? It is well known that gluten causes celiac disease – an inflammatory condition of the small intestine. What is less well known, and often times completely ignored, is the connection between gluten and inflammation of other areas of the GI tract. Keep in mind that […]
49 Surprising Facts About Gluten (You Probably Never Knew)

49 Surprising Facts About Gluten You Need to Know Alright, I can hear you saying – “49 surprising facts about gluten! Come on Dr. Osborne. There is no way that all of this can be true! My doctor never talked about any of these things!” Well he should have. Part of the reason this information […]
Can Gluten Cause Headaches?

Can gluten cause headaches? here’s everything you need to know. Can gluten cause headaches? This simple answer is yes. I bet it’s safe to say that you’ve experienced a headache or two in your lifetime. Maybe even more. Because headaches are one of the most commonly reported medical complaints. And they can range from a […]
Can Gluten Cause Skin Problems?

Gluten and Skin Allergies: The Bottom Line Gluten is well-known for causing celiac disease, but can gluten cause other skin problems? Evidence that connects gluten to many other abnormalities and diseases keeps piling up. And these conditions include those that affect your skin. For some, gluten causes the immune system to overreact. It causes inflammation. […]
Can Gluten Cause Muscle and Joint Pain?

Can Gluten Cause Muscle and Joint Pain? In today’s world, muscle and joint pain are widespread problems. They tend to be chronic, debilitating, and can significantly reduce your quality of life. Your pain may be dull and achy or sharp and throbbing. It may be felt locally in one area or throughout your body. Muscle […]
Does Gluten Cause Cancer?

Gluten and Cancer – What is the Connection Does gluten cause cancer? Do those with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease have an increased risk for developing this deadly disease? We will get to that shortly. First let’s dive into some statistics and facts around this deadly disease. Cancer is the second leading cause of death […]
Oxalates on a Gluten Free Diet – Friend or Foe?

Eating Oxalates on a Gluten Free Diet – Is It Safe? High oxalates on a gluten free diet might be the mistake that holds your progress back. Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything “right,” but you’re still not feeling your best? Maybe you’ve given up grains, but your symptoms still persist? Or maybe […]
Can Gluten Cause Acne?

Can Gluten Cause Acne? Gluten has been linked to numerous inflammatory skin conditions, but can gluten cause acne? Let’s dive into the medical research to find out. Acne is an inflammatory skin condition. Essentially, pimples form when hair follicles get clogged with dead skin cells and oil (a.k.a. sebum). And if the clogged follicle becomes […]