Celiac Disease Future: A Device that Detects Gluten in Food
A research group in Barcelona has created a sensor with a rather sci-fi name: “electrochemical magneto immunosensor for the sensitive detection of gliadin – and small gliadin fragments – in natural or pretreated foods.” This device, although still in the research stages, could be the first step towards developing a commercially available device to detect gluten. What do you think?

Family Adjusts Habits After Celiac Diagnosis
It is always important to stress the need for improved diagnosis of Celiac Disease and gluten intolerance, as well as stressing the importance of education. This article is a simple reminder of that fact, and discusses one families story. 

The Keys to Early Learning: Good Nutrition and Good Books
This article describes the importance of early childhood nutrition and literacy to improve educational outcomes in the future. It also suggests several children’s books which could encourage healthy eating an literacy, such as the classic “Green Eggs an Ham” by Dr. Seuss. This is a very important topic as research shows the need for healthy nutrition to improve learning “According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, lack of enough nutritious food impairs a child’s ability to concentrate and perform well in school. Children who have not developed some basic literacy skills by the time they enter school are three to four times more likely to drop out in later years, says the U.S. Department of Education.”

Irish Health Service Cuts Support for Gluten-free Products
The Irish Health Services (HSE) has recently cut funding for gluten free products for individuals diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Being one of the countries with a high rate of CD, this is a bit disappointing but is unfortunately understandable given the current economic climate. I personally am not sure how I feel about this because I try to avoid the products which are no longer being covered (mostly processed gluten alternatives). I feel this would have been the case for these products if I had not stopped eating gluten at this point so I am not sure if they should be covered, or if they should be considered a treat. What are your thoughts?