Table Of ContentThis comprehensive resource describes every aspect of celiac
disease including diagnosis and daily survival skills. There is an
entire chapter which contains invaluable advice from those with
the most experience—people with celiac disease!
—Trisha B. Lyons, RD, LD
MetroHealth Medical Center,
Cleveland, OH
A clear and comprehensive guide for anyone newly diagnosed
with celiac disease, complete with valuable resources.
—Glutenfreeda.com, Inc.
(Jessica Hale and Yvonne Gifford,
Editors)
An excellent resource for those dealing with celiac disease and
also for those who care for people with the disease. An
invaluable tool with loads of resources and useful information
presented in a concise, easy-to-understand manner!
—Marla Doersch, RD
A wonderfully comprehensive and invaluable guide to celiac
disease, complete with the collective wisdom of the celiac
community.
—Bonnie J. Kruszka,
Author of Eating Gluten-Free with Emily
This book will be a useful resource for those on gluten-free
diets.
—Carol Fenster, Ph.D.,
Author of Gluten-Free 101
Kimberly Tessmer, RD, LD, has authoritatively compiled a
wealth of useful information on the most life-altering aspect of
celiac disease: its treatment. The highly practical and detailed
information contained in this book will help both the celiac
patient/parent and their healthcare providers minimize the
bewilderment associated with following a gluten-free diet in
today’s fast-paced, fast-food, highly processed world.
—Kenneth Fine, M.D.
Founder and Director of EneroLab.com
Clinical Laboratory and the Intestinal
Health Institute, Dallas, Texas
This book is full of practical and helpful information on gluten-
free living along with valuable tips and recipes from the experts
themselves: those with celiac disease. This book would be a
welcome addition to the celiac bookshelf!
—Shelley Case, B.Sc., RD
Author of Gluten-Free Diet: A
Comprehensive Resource Guide
Gluten-Free for a Healthy Life covers the territory for those
looking for information on celiac disease and the gluten-free
diet.
—Ann Whelan
Editor of Gluten Free Living
Gluten-
free
for a
Healthy
Life
N A R
UTRITIONAL DVICE AND ECIPES FOR
T S F C D
HOSE UFFERING ROM ELIAC ISEASE
O G -R D
AND THER LUTEN ELATED ISORDERS
Kimberly A. Tessmer, RD, LD
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Tessmer, Kimberly A.
Gluten-free for a healthy life : nutritional advice and recipes for those suffering
from celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders / by Kimberly A. Tessmer.
p. cm.
Includes index.
ISBN 1-56414-688-X (pbk.)
1. Gluten-free diet. 2. Gluten-free diet—Recipes. I. Title.
RM237.86.T47 2003
641.5’638—dc21
2003044571
Disclaimer
At the time this book was written all information in this
book was believed by the author to be correct and factual. In-
formation on celiac disease and gluten-free food changes fre-
quently as more research is being completed. Always keep
yourself up-to-date by reading current publications and con-
tinue to check food ingredient lists. The author shall have no
liability of any kind for damages of any nature however caused.
The author will not accept any responsibility for any omissions,
misinterpretations, or misstatements that may exist within this
book. The author does not endorse any product or company
listed in this book. The author is not engaged in rendering medi-
cal services and this book should not be construed as medical
advice, nor should it take the place of regular scheduled ap-
pointments with your physician and/or dietitian. Please, con-
sult your healthcare professional for medical advice.
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To my Mom and Dad,
Don and Nancy Bradford,
who were role models teaching me that
anything is possible.
They passed on to me their knack for helping others
and have shown me, in the past few months, how
important it is to be there for people
and to take care of each other.
Thank you for all the love and encouragement you
have shown me throughout my life.
To my husband, Greg Tessmer, and my entire
family for their constant love, support, and
encouragement.
I would like to sincerely thank—
all of the people who helped me in so many ways to
write this book. A very grateful thank you to all of the
people with celiac disease who shared their time, ideas,
tips, stories, and recipes with the hope of helping others.
Trisha Lyons, RD, LD, and Regina Celano: A very special
thank you to both of you for all of your time and input into this
book. Thank you for showing me the resilient, passionate, and
caring spirit that people with celiac disease possess!
Many thanks also to: Shelley Case, B. Sc., RD, author of
Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide; Ann
Whelan, editor of Gluten Free Living; Carol Fenster, Ph.D.,
Savory Palate, Inc., author of Gluten-Free 101: Easy, Basic
Dishes without Wheat; Yvonne Gifford, Editor & Chef of
Glutenfreeda online cooking magazine; Jessica Hale, Editor &
Chef of Glutenfeeda online cooking magazine; Kenneth Fine,
M.D. of EnteroLab; Marla Doersch, RD; Bonnie Kruszka, au-
thor of Eating Gluten-free with Emily; Connie Sarros, author of
Wheat-free Gluten-free Cookbook for Kids and Busy Adults; Bette
Hagman, author of The Gluten-Free Gourmet Cooks Fast and
Healthy; Christine A. Krahling, Communications Consultant;
Lindsay Amadeo; Marcy Thorner of The Grammer Guru.
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Introduction: A Look Inside Gluten-free for a Healthy Life 13
Chapter 1. Summing Up Celiac Disease 15
Who Needs to Follow a Gluten-free Diet? 15
Prevalence of Celiac Disease 17
What Are the Symptoms of Celiac Disease? 18
How Is Celiac Disease Diagnosed? 20
How Is Celiac Disease Treated? 22
A Nutritional, Gluten-free Diet 24
Are There Complications of Celiac Disease? 26
What Other Diseases/Disorders Are Linked With
Celiac Disease? 27
Autism and Dietary Intervention 28
Communicating With Your Physician 29
Living With Celiac Disease 31
Chapter 2. All About Gluten-free Diets 33
What Is Gluten? 33
Getting Your Gluten-free Diet Started 34
What to Ask Manufacturers 37
Inspecting the Food Label 38
