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Gluten Free Diet/Celiac Disease
As an advisory board and executive committee member of the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center, Lara always has been active in the celiac disease community. She frequently educates patients, family members, and nutrition professionals on the gluten-free diet. Lara serves as a member of the American Dietetic Association and is a member of Dietetic Practice Groups including Nutrition Entrepreneurs, Pediatrics, and Medical Nutritional Therapy. Lara is very active locally with the Chicago Dietetic Association and recently was elected as the nominating committee chair.
Lara worked with us to provide some helpful information for those interested in learning about a gluten free diet/celiac disease. Please keep in mind that the information on this site does not constitute medical advice. Before embarking on any weight loss plan or making dietary changes, you should consult your doctor.
You may learn more about Lara Field on her website, www.feedkids.com.
What is celiac disease? Why is it sometimes called celiac sprue?
What is the difference between celiac disease, gluten intolerance and wheat allergy?
Are there special health professionals who work with celiac disease?
I have just been diagnosed with celiac disease….now what?
What is gluten?
How do I know if a food is gluten free?
What does gluten free mean?
Does wheat free mean it is gluten free?
Is there a health benefit to following a gluten free diet for those who do not have celiac disease?
What other grains am I allowed to consume on a gluten free diet?
What about cross-contamination, how careful do I have to be?
I have heard I cannot consume oats on a gluten free diet, is this true?
What is the benefit of joining a celiac/gluten free support group?
Where can I learn more about celiac disease?
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