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While researching this post, I ran across a great post that pretty much covers comparing wheat free vs. gluten free and explains when and why you should be on either diet:

WHEAT
What contains wheat?
Foods containing wheat are anything made with white or whole wheat flour, such as: cookies, cakes, breads, tortillas, pizza, pasta, pancakes, waffles, most fried food, tempura, dumplings, wontons, etc.; anything made with bulghur such as tabouli; wheat berries; cous cous; sauces that are typically thickened with white flour; soy sauce (although San-J has a wheat-free option).

Why should someone want avoid it?
Sensitivity to wheat typically results in gastrointestinal distress such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, reflux; skin issues such as rashes; and allergies/asthma such as congestion and wheezing.

If a person is symptomatic and eliminates wheat, typically after a week symptoms should start to improve. It can sometimes be dramatic.

What are some alternative to wheat?
Don’t worry, there are plenty of great alternatives to wheat containing foods including: breads, tortillas, pasta, pancakes, waffles, etc. Just make sure to read labels. Most products that are wheat-free will say so on the package. Also, anything that says gluten-free is also wheat-free (even if it doesn’t say so).

GLUTEN
What is Gluten-free?
Gluten-free means that a person avoids all foods containing gluten. Gluten is the general term used to describe the protein found in many grains including wheat, rye, barley, spelt, kamut, oat, triticale, semolina, pumpernickel, and farro.

Why avoid Gluten?
The absorptive surface of the small intestine is damaged by gluten resulting in malabsorption of carbohydrates, fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals, all of which are needed for good health (see the Gluten Free Diet by Shelley Case). This condition, called Celiac Disease (or Celiac Sprue), is an autoimmune disease that can be very difficult to diagnose as symptoms can range across everything from diarrhea and constipation to chronic fatigue and depression. Celiac is a serious disease that can be diagnosed through blood tests and intestinal biopsy. Should you suspect that you have, seek medical attention immediately.

Please note that there is a large population of people who are sensitive to gluten though don’t have full blown celiac disease. These people also benefit from a gluten-free diet. Again, seek medical attention if you suspect you are sensitive to gluten.

What are alternatives to Gluten?
There are many amazing products on the market that are gluten-free including breads, pastas, cookies, cakes, pancakes, waffles, etc. It is VERY IMPORTANT to read labels. Take note that a product that says “wheat -free” only is NOT necessarily gluten-free.

Article by: Kyle Eslick

Following Sheila Kilbane, MD Facebook group will allow you to see all the most recent events around Integrative Medicine here in Charlotte, NC. New events, as well as her personal tips that will matter to you and your family.

Charlotte Yoga Studio Locations:
8th Street Studio
Location: 1940 East 8th Street Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: (704) 372-4289

The Bindu
Location: 11138-C Treynorth Dr. Cornelius, NC, 28031
Phone: (704) 456-9642

Charlotte Yoga
Location: 1730 E. Woodlawn, Suite E, Charlotte, NC
Phone: (704) 665 9003

GrassRoots Yoga & Meditation
Location: 511 E. 34th St. Studio 204 Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone: (704) 668-9690

Inner Peace Yoga
Location: 9535 Monroe Road, Ste 170 Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone: (704) 844-6677

Laughing Buddha Yoga
Location: 720 Governor Morrison Street Charlotte, NC 28211
Phone: (704) 362-3311

NoDa Yoga
Location: Front Studio of #126 @ 2901 N. Davidson St. Charlotte, NC 28205 at Highland Mills
Phone:(704) 560 6144

Sangati Yoga and Massage
Location: 2201 Park Rd Suite D Charlotte, NC 28203
Phone: (704) 334 3221

Urban Bliss Yoga
Location: 20600 North Main Street Cornelius, NC 28031
Phone: (704) 408-4003

Yoga Oasis
Location: 2400 Park Rd Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28203
Phone: (704) 334-7104

Yoga One Wellness
Location: 1111 Central Ave, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: (704) 332 9911

Y2 Yoga
Location: 280 South Sharon Amity Road Charlotte, NC 28211
Phone: (704) 456-9642

1. Recycle everything, especially paper! Think about how many pieces of paper you go through in a semester. There’s your class notes, your scrap copies, your term papers, your daily school newspapers, and assorted stuff that you’ve printed out from the Internet… it all adds up. Look for a paper recycle bin on campus– you might find one near a dormitory or large classroom building. And recycle other items as well, including cans, bottles, and cardboard boxes.
2. Use your printer wisely. You can save paper by printing on both sides of the page. Many professors don’t mind if you turn in a paper like this– just ask first. Save pages that you’ve printed and use the backs to print out drafts and other things you don’t have to turn in. In addition, many printers have multiple settings for print quality. Use the high quality print setting for things that have to look nice, but use the low quality setting for things that don’t. This will save ink. While you’re at, consider cutting down on the things your print out. Do you really need to print out that web page, or can you just bookmark it?
3. Limit the use of disposable cups and plates. If you’re moving into your first off-campus apartment, it can be tempting to buy disposable cups and plates to save time. This adds up to a lot of waste and money. Buy yourself some inexpensive plates and wash them. You can do this if you live in a dorm room too. Many dorms have a kitchen, and if yours doesn’t, wash dishes in the bathroom sink.
4. Limit the use of paper napkins. Since college students eat a good deal of fast food, napkin use can add up. It’s good that you want to be clean, but one napkin will probably do the trick!
5. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs. These bulbs cost more, but they last longer and ultimately save you money. If you live in a dorm, get yourself a lamp and screw in one of these bulbs. Lamp light is much more pleasant and environmentally efficient than overhead dorm lighting.
6. Walk, bike, and limit your use of a car. Most campuses are very pedestrian friendly, and many college towns offer good public transportation and bike paths. Ask yourself if you really need a car as a college student, because if you can get by without one, you can save a good deal of money on gas, repairs, and overpriced student car insurance. If you do own a car, try to use it as little as you can.
7. Buy green. Buy recycled products whenever you can, especially paper. Buy environmentally safe cleaning products as well. Some of these products cost more– but many don’t, or the price difference is negligible.
8. Carry a water bottle. Think of how many bottles of water get consumed on a campus every day. Save waste and money and carry a refillable bottle. If the tap water on your campus is questionable, buy large containers of waters to refill your bottle.
9. Use refillable binders instead of notebooks. This is a simple way to save waste. If you want to save your notes after the semester is over, take them out of the binder and staple them. Or you can go electronic and take all of your notes on a laptop.
10. Buy used clothing. Lots of students do this to save money, but it’s also a great thing to do for the environment. Reusing clothes decreases the use of resources to make clothing and puts a dent in the problem of worldwide sweatshops.

By: Suite101.com Naomi Rockler-Gladen

In addition to an expected increase in flexibility and strength, students of Iyengar yoga acquire increased awareness of the self, a calm and stable mind and greater discipline and concentration. Iyengar yoga focuses specifically on the needs of the individual and each student receives personal attention from the teacher in every class. Teachers trained in this tradition are skilled at adapting the poses for students with physical limitations and are known for making hands on adjustments. It is a vigorous and mentally challenging approach to a wide range of asanas.