According to a 45 year study led by Dr. Joseph Murray, celiac disease is four times more common than it was in the 1950's. His study was recently published in Canada's CTV news online article, "Celiac disease four times more common than in '50s" and video clip. His studies show that 1/700 people had celiac disease in the 1950's, wherease now 1/100 people have Celiac Disease. Apparently many people aren't surprised by this change since our diets have also drastically changed in this time. Most people seem to think that the over processed foods and refined sugars are to blame, as shown in the comments proceding the article. Of course non of this is new news to those familiar with celiac disease, however it's good to see an article like this in the 'Top Stories' section of the news. There seems to be an increased awareness of celiac disease through articles like this, through cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores now offering gluten-free foods, and through people like you and me who blog about it. Let's continue to share information!(Photo taken from cassmolcic's photostream on flickr for a Celiac Disease compaign).
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