How to Build a Supergut

Eat an abundance of prebiotic-rich foods, like onions,
garlic, and leeks.
Open your windows, since soil blowing in dirties up
the sterile indoors. Better yet, go to parks more or
exercise outside.
Adopt a dog. A recent study in the journal PLOS One
found that homes with dogs had more diverse microbes.
Get your hands dirty in the garden. The microorganisms
in soil enhance your own inner terrarium.
Cook veggies al dente. "Your body has to work harder
to break them down, so more end up in your colon,"
says American Gut Project cofounder Jeff Leach.
Diversify your plate. Instead of a big pile of spinach, grab
a little bit of everything at the salad bar. The fiber is very
different in different vegetables.
Get to know your  microbes. For $99, you can join the
American Gut Project throughout the year at:
humanfoodproject.com.
-Prevention Magazine, August 2013

Beet High Blood Pressure Fast!

A cup of beetroot juice helped people lower their high
blood pressure by 11 points within 6 hours, found a new
study. The reason it works so fast: Beets contain dietary
nitrate, which your body converts to a gas that expands
blood vessels and aids blood flow. This simple smoothie
from Dana White, RD, contains a heart-healthy trifecta
of nitrate, magnesium, and potassium.
Pineapple-Beet Blast
1/2 cup sliced cooked beets
1 1/2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
1/4 cup celery leaves
1 cup vanilla almond milk
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
Combine all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth.
Divide between 2 chilled glasses. Makes 3 cups, serves 2.
-Prevention Magazine, August 2013

Barefoot Benefits

Go ahead, kick off your shoes. Provocative new research suggests
that a practice called earthing- walking around barefoot or putting
any body part in direct contact with the ground- may decrease pain
and improve heart health. "You're absorbing the earth's negatively
charged electrons," says Stephen Sinatra, MD, earthing researcher
and cardiologist. "They act similarly to antioxidants, balancing out
positive free radicals that contribute to inflammation." Just 20 minutes
of earthing eases pain and inflammation; 40 minutes begins to reduce
blood viscosity- thick blood may lead to heart attacks and strokes
in vulnerable people, suggests Dr. Sinatra's research. To enjoy these
benefits, go shoeless in your garden or wiggle your toes in the sand.
-Prevention Magazine, August 2013

International Symposium

Thousands of scientists, practitioners, students and patients from around the world will gather in Chicago from Sept. 22 to 25, 2013, for the 15th International Celiac Disease Symposium (ICDS). Hosted by the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center, ICDS 2013 is a unique opportunity for the global celiac disease community to come together and share new developments regarding the world's most common genetic autoimmune disease, affecting nearly 1 in 100 people living with the disease.
While celiac disease has become more recognized across the U.S. in recent years, it is still underrepresented – and often misrepresented – in the national health dialogue. The Center believes that ICDS 2013 will be the tipping point that brings a greater understanding of celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity to the United States, and helps attendees separate science from myth.
"This year's conference will expose the newest science behind the notion of gluten sensitivity and gluten-related disorders, and we're excited to be presenting groundbreaking research," said Stefano Guandalini, MD, founder and medical director of the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center and co-chairman of ICDS 2013. "The dual-track nature of the conference will provide robust information tailored to key members of the celiac disease community, making it an invaluable event for all attendees."
ICDS 2013 follows the success of the symposium in Oslo, Norway, in 2011 and is expected to attract an estimated 2,000 attendees, representing all parts of the celiac disease community around the world. The conference will be held at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers, which will have its kitchens accredited by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization. ICDS is not expected to be held in the United States again for at least another 10 years.
ICDS Program: Care, Cure, Collaboration, Cutting-edge.
Throughout the three days of the conference, leading researchers will present breakthrough research on a variety of health issues related to celiac disease and gluten-related disorders, including advances in prevention options and, ultimately, in finding a cure. ICDS will comprise two distinct educational tracks – scientific and clinical – making the conference accessible to not only researchers, academics and health care providers, but also patients:

• The Scientific Forum is designed for those in active research roles in the area of celiac disease and gluten-related disorders. This is a forum for the debate and discussion of new theories and data on topics selected by the Scientific Committee.
• The Clinical Forum is designed for clinicians, such physicians, registered dietitians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and nurses, as well as people living with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. This forum will allow participants to learn about the latest research and scientific advances from the world's leading experts – the same experts who will be presenting in the Scientific Forum. The information presented will be relevant for practical application in both clinical settings as well as everyday living.

"ICDS 2013 will address the critical issues of all of those affected by celiac disease and gluten-related disorders, while illuminating cutting-edge research from the field," said conference co-chairman Bana Jabri, MD, PhD, Professor in the Departments of Medicine and Cancer Research and the University of Chicago and director of research at the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center. "The Center is thrilled to provide this platform for attendees to share expertise, experiences, opinions, triumphs and struggles with their peers, with the goal of improving the quality of life for those who are afflicted until the day a cure is found."
How To Get Involved
ICDS offers exposition opportunities for a diverse group of small and large companies, from food to diagnostics. As part of this, the "Gluten-Free Marketplace" will feature 48 exhibitors sharing their products and services with attendees.
Additionally, ICDS has a range of sponsorship opportunities available, including four levels of elite sponsorship packages as well as individual, customizable options.
"The Center is thrilled to have the support of elite sponsors, including General Mills, Enjoy Life Foods, ImmusanT, Quest Diagnostics, Inova, BioCodex, ANI Biotech and Dow Wolff Cellulosics - Food & Nutrition, a division of Dow Chemical, for the 2013 conference," said Carol McCarthy Shilson, executive director of the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center. "We are bringing together the best of the best. We hope to make this one of the most memorable events to date with the help of our sponsors, leading researchers in the field and engaged attendees from around the world."

Alaska Cruise

 ALASKA GLUTEN-FREE GETAWAY CRUISE & VICTORIA, B.C. TOUR  
June 14 ~ 23, 2014
Join us as we explore America's Last Frontier - Alaska.
This is our 6th cruise to this scenic wonderland, but the spectacular beauty of the scenery, breaching whales, glaciers, bald eagles and so much more never get old.
Making your dining selections from the specially designed Bob & Ruth's menu - identical in the number of selections as the Glutonians' each and very meal and special occasions - will make you feel like royalty instead of the pain in the butt many feel like when having to negotiate for what they can safely have.
We have arranged a couple of days of touring in historic Victoria, British Columbia, Staying  at the luxurious Fairmont Empress overlooking the spectacular Inner Harbour.
So join us and share the beauty and adventure.
Check out our website for all the details HTTP://BOBANDRUTHS.COM   If you have any questions, please give us a call at 410-939-3218,

We Need Your Help!

We are still hoping that some people will come forward
soon to help volunteer and take over the Gluten Intolerance
Group of Southwest Washington for 2014.
It is really important to make sure that this group carries on for the
health, welfare and education of all those people that have been and
will someday be diagnosed. Don't lose sight of the help that was given
to you when you needed it, please consider the comfort and satisfaction
of paying it forward. Kristi Curtis is waiting to hear from you soon:
justus323@yahoo.com or 360-518-0464 / 360-695-0862
Thank you for your support!

Gluten-Free Labeling Regulation

Release: Friday Aug 2, 2013. Auburn WA

Today marks the finalization of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Gluten-Free Labeling Regulation, which will assure consumers that all products labeled gluten-free in The United States must follow standardized governmental guidelines.

 

Nearly 10 years ago, the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) required the labeling of the top eight allergens in food. A second and separate part of FALCPA required the FDA to define regulations for labeling products as gluten-free. After exhaustive investigation, two public comment periods, and extensive meetings with the Gluten Intolerance Group as well as other interest groups, this ruling provides standards for labeling products designed to protect the health of persons with gluten-related disorders who require a medically prescribed gluten-free diet for their health.

 

The ruling sets the safety threshold for labeling products gluten-free at 20 ppm or less, and defines the use of ingredients and labeling terms. Manufacturers are being encouraged to comply with the regulation as soon as possible. The FDA standard is consistent with the Codex Alimentarius labeling guidelines set by the World Health Organization. The United States now joins the ranks of several major countries around the world that have adopted similar standards, including the European Union and Canada. Since 2011, The United States' gluten-free food industry has doubled annually in size and is projected to reach $8.5 billion by 2015, according to the Nutrition Business Journal. The Gluten-Free Labeling Regulation allows for numerous new products to be safely available to consumers in this ever-expanding marketplace.

 

"This ruling provides assurance to consumers that products labeled gluten-free are truly safe for persons requiring a gluten-free diet," states Cynthia Kupper, RD, Executive Director of the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America.

 

The Gluten Intolerance Group of North America applauds the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) completion of the Gluten-Free Labeling Regulation and is encouraged to see this triumph in standardization for the gluten-free community. 

 

About the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America (GIG)

GIG has been serving the needs of the gluten-free consumer for 39 years through its social and food industry programs, which provide education and support for living healthy gluten-free lifestyles. These programs include the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, Gluten-Free Food Service Certification, as well as the international Chef to Plate Gluten-Free Awareness Program, which is conducted with restaurants in several countries.  GIG also offers many educational programs and materials, support groups, and summer camps. To learn more about the Gluten Intolerance Group visit www.Gluten.net.

 

Contact: Cynthia Kupper, Executive Director (253-833-6655) 

 

Please forward this announcement to your members and post on your social media sites.  Thank you.