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And so this is Christmas…sipping chicken soup. My grandchildren have had a virus. Now I have it. I am self-isolating in an attempt to stop passing illnesses back and forth. FaceTime visits will have to suffice. <\/p>\nAnd so this is Christmas…sipping chicken soup. My grandchildren have had a virus. Now I have it. I am self-isolating in an attempt to stop passing illnesses back and forth. FaceTime visits will have to suffice. <\/p>\n
We all get the occasional virus, especially when the children we’re around start attending daycare. Most of the time, the symptoms come, annoy us for a few days, and resolve themselves. We may be miserable for a brief period of time, but we don’t really expect any long-term effects. <\/p>\n
While we may not always put two and two together, some viruses can trigger other diseases. One of those diseases is Celiac Disease. Researchers have discovered evidence that indicates a reovirus infection may set the stage for, or trigger, Celiac Disease in those with a genetic predisposition for developing it. <\/p>\n
For anyone who’s new to this blog, Celiac Disease is the result of an autoimmune response to exposure to the gluten protein found in wheat, rye, and barley that tells the body to attack itself. Gluten intolerance causes a variety of symptoms and can eventually lead to Celiac Disease. Diagnosis begins with screening tests for antibodies in the blood and is confirmed through intestinal biopsy. In those with the skin version Dermatitis Herpetiformis, a skin biopsy testing for the IgA antibody is sufficient for diagnosis.<\/p>\n
Reovirus is a seemly innocuous intestinal virus – a stomach bug. There are different strains in this viral family known as Reoviridae. These viruses are hosted by plants, animals, fungi, and microscopic organisms. <\/p>\n
One strain commonly found in humans was shown to cause an immune inflammatory response and loss of oral tolerance to gluten in mice. Patients with diagnosed Celiac Disease reviewed in the study showed a higher level of reovirus antibodies and IFR1 gene expression. The researchers believe that this suggests an infection with a reovirus can leave a permanent mark on the immune system, setting the stage for a later autoimmune response to gluten. If further research confirms this hypothesis, it opens the possibility for developing and recommending a vaccine for children at high risk for developing the disease.<\/p>\n
I’m tired of coughing on my keyboard and I mostly want to sleep so I’m going to cut this short. There are links below if you’d like to read more about this study, Celiac Disease, or a gluten-free diet. <\/p>\n
If you suffer from any of the following symptoms, you may suffer from gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease. One in 133 people in the US are affected, but a high percentage remain undiagnosed. For a definitive diagnosis, do not eliminate gluten from your diet prior to screening tests or biopsies. <\/p>\n
To assist your doctor with diagnosis, you can begin with a DNA screening from 23andMe along with a home screening blood test. Home tests are for screening purposes only and cannot replace the training and expertise of a physician. Take any indicative results to your doctor along with a list of your symptoms to begin a conversation and receive a definitive diagnosis. <\/p>\n
Symptoms Caused by Gluten Intolerance or Celiac Disease:<\/strong><\/p>\n General<\/strong> Hematological<\/strong> Musculoskeletal<\/strong> Neurological <\/strong> Gastrointestinal<\/strong> Miscellaneous<\/strong> Autoimmune disorders<\/strong> https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2017\/04\/170406143939.htm<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/science.sciencemag.org\/content\/356\/6333\/44<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/celiac.org\/about-celiac-disease\/screening-and-diagnosis\/diagnosis\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/celiac.org\/about-celiac-disease\/screening-and-diagnosis\/screening\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/imaware.health\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/blog.23andme.com\/health-traits\/new-23andme-report-celiac-disease\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2642513\/<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/cut-bite-size-pieces\/<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/top-ten-myths-gluten-free-diet\/<\/a><\/p>\n Disclosure of Material Connection: I have not received any compensation for writing this post. I have no material connection to the brands, products, or services that I have mentioned. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" And so this is Christmas…sipping chicken soup. My grandchildren have had a virus. Now I have it. I am self-isolating in an attempt to stop passing illnesses back and forth. FaceTime visits will have to suffice. We all get the occasional virus, especially when the children we’re around start attending daycare. Most of the time, … Continue reading “And So This Is Christmas…Sipping Chicken Soup”<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,4],"tags":[2503,1050,2037,2507,140,485,2512,2504,2505,2502,2506,2509,2508,1682,2510,2511],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3327"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3327"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3327\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3342,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3327\/revisions\/3342"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3327"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3327"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3327"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nVague abdominal pain
\nDiarrhea
\nWeight loss
\nMalabsorption (Abnormality in digestion or absorption of food nutrients in the GI tract.)
\nSteatorrhea (Formation of non-solid feces.)
\nBehavioral changes
\nFatigue or malaise
\nGrowth delay<\/p>\n
\nAbnormal coagulation
\nAnemia (Lack of healthy red blood cells.)
\nHematologic diathesis
\nSkin\/Mucous Membrane
\nDermatitis Herpetiformis (Skin manifestation of celiac disease.)
\nAlopecia (Baldness \u2013 both universalis (from the entire skin) and areata (diffuse hair loss))
\nAphthous ulcers (canker sores)
\nAbdominal or generalized swelling
\nEpistaxis (nose bleeds)
\nEasy bruisability
\nCheilosis (Scaling at the corners of the mouth.)
\nKeratoconjunctivitis sicca (Chronic dry eye.)
\nStomatitis (Inflammation of the mucous tissue of the mouth.)
\nScaly dermatitis (Inflammation of the skin.)<\/p>\n
\nBone deformities
\nBroken bones
\nNon-specific bone pain
\nJoint pain(8)
\nOsteopenia (Low bone mineral density. Possible precursor to osteoperosis.)
\nTetany (A combination of signs and symptoms due to unusually low calcium levels.)
\nHyperreflexia (Overactive neurological reflexes.)
\nCarpopedal spasm (Spasms of the hands and feet.)
\nCramps
\nLaryngospasm (Spasm of the larynx, the voice box.)
\nOsteopenia
\nOsteoporosis<\/p>\n
\nAtaxia (coordination problems)
\nEpilepsy
\nMyelopathy (Damage to white matter that carries motor signals to and from the brain.)
\nPeripheral neuropathy (Numbness and pain in hands and feet described as tingling or burning.)
\nSeizures<\/p>\n
\nAbdominal pain
\nAnorexia (poor appetite)
\nBloating
\nConstipation
\nCramps
\nDiarrhea
\nDyspepsia (Recurrent discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen.)
\nFlatulence, distention
\nFoul-smelling or grayish stools that may be fatty or oily
\nHypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
\nSteatorrhea (Formation of non-solid feces.)
\nStomach upset
\nMalabsorption-Related
\nBowel is less able to absorb nutrients, minerals, and the fat-soluble vitamins A,D,E, and K.
\nBacterial overgrowth of the small intestine
\nFailure to thrive (Poor weight gain and physical growth failure over an extended period of time in infancy.)
\nFatigue
\nGrowth Failure
\nSwollen joints
\nIron deficiency anemia
\nMalnutrition
\nMegaloblastic anemia
\nMuscle Wasting
\nPubertal delay
\nVitamin K deficiency
\nWeight loss<\/p>\n
\nHepatic disease (liver disease)
\nHyposplenism (small and under active spleen)
\nHyperparathyroidism (Excessive production of parathyroid hormone because of low calcium levels.)
\nDepression
\nIgA deficiency (Means you\u2019re 10 times more likely to develop celiac disease, AND gives a false negative on screening.)
\nIncreased risk of infections
\nIrritability<\/p>\n
\nSjogren\u2019s syndrome
\nThyroid disease
\nDiabetes mellitus type 1
\nAutoimmune thyroiditis
\nPrimary biliary cirrhosis
\nMicroscopic colitis
\nInfertility
\nMiscarriage<\/p>\n![\"mug](\"http:\/\/www.cooking2thrive.com\/blog\/c2tblog-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/soup-338x225.jpg\")
\nOkay, I’m going to return my attention to my mug of chicken soup. Wishing you a peaceful, happy, virus-free rest of the holiday season!!<\/p>\n