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The Functions of Calcium

functions of calcium

Calcium is the most prevalent mineral in the human body. It is essential, meaning the body cannot synthesize it, and it is vital for several functions within the body. And because gluten can damage the intestine causing malabsorption of nutrients, those with gluten sensitivity should be tested for calcium deficiency on a regular basis. Understanding […]

Does Eating Gluten & Grain Cause Autoimmune Disease?

No Grain No Pain – Bringing an End to Autoimmunity >>Pick up your copy of No Grain No Pain Here<<   The Rise of Autoimmune Disease – Is an increase of dietary gluten the cause? Autoimmune disease occurs when a persons immune system mounts an attack against their own tissues. An estimated 50 million Americans […]

47 Facts About the Gluten Free Diet That You May Have Never Learned From Your Doctor

Gluten Facts For Celiac

47 Facts About Gluten You Need to Know Alright, I can hear you saying – “47 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!” Part of the reason this information is not main stream is because […]

What Are The Functions of Zinc?

Functions of Zinc in humans

One of the most common nutritional deficiencies caused by gluten is zinc. If you have ever picked up a supplement for a cold, you have probably noticed that it contained zinc. And, while you may know that zinc is an important mineral for your body, you probably don’t really know or understand why. In fact, […]

Everything You Need to Know About Magnesium

Magnesium rich foods - gluten free

Everything You Need to Know About Magnesium Have you ever been woken up by a leg cramp that you can’t seem to shake? Suffered with muscle tightness no matter how much you stretch out. Or find yourself plagued by regular migraines that leave you paralyzed for hours or even days? While these may lead you […]