You all know that Registered Dietitians (RD) are nutrition experts! Not only that, but there are a certain group of dietitians who focus specifically on oncology (cancer). Those of us who work with cancer clients and have passed an exam are called Board Certified Specialists in Oncology Nutrition (CSO). Before I wrote my gluten article (Is a Gluten-Free Diet for Everyone? Should I be on it?, I asked for feedback from other RD's who work with cancer clients. I loved this statistic … [Read more...]
Is a Gluten Free Diet for Everyone? Should I Be On It?
Here's a topic that was suggested to me by my cousin, a speech therapist in Sacramento. She says " I'd like to hear your thoughts on the gluten free diet. The latest trend it seems-here in CA. And I keep hearing that some parents whose kids have autism are putting them on a gluten free diet." A good question! It seems that a lot of people have decided that eating a gluten free diet is going to be the cure to all their problems. Or maybe just some of their problems! So you … [Read more...]