Tag: gluten free
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Why Low-FODMAP Diets Fail for CSID Patients
IBS impacts more than 10 percent of the general population, and it’s not just a lifestyle burden; but it is also a major economic burden on patients who experience it. They will pay a median of $13,288 for their healthcare, compared to $5,999 for patients without it, according to a 2024 study published in PubMed.…
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Are Probiotic Sodas Beneficial for Your Gut Health?
What Science Says About Probiotic Soda Trends If you’re like me, you have noticed a sudden wave of probiotic sodas on store shelves. While the trend isn’t exactly new, it does indicate that consumers are more health-conscious about what they’re putting into their bodies. So, are these sodas actually as good for us as they…
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Sweet, Summery Drinks May Be Triggering Your CSID Symptoms
We all know that feeling when the sweltering heat of summer is upon us and we reach for our favorite drink, but we might not know what is hiding in those drinks. Patients diagnosed with CSID and food intolerances in general can be susceptible to symptoms stemming from their favorite summer beverages. Many commercial beverages…
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Decoding Processed Foods: What Americans Get Wrong About Healthy and Unhealthy Dietary Choices
I recently read a study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, which shocked me: 39 percent of U.S. adults believe ALL processed foods are bad for our health. Consumers overlook a broad spectrum of dietary choices ranging from minimally processed vegetables to ultra-processed snacks because they’re uncertain of the differences between the two. This…
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Protein-Washing and Why It’s Dangerous to Consumers
How many times have you been to the grocery store and checked a nutrition label to spot those two words in big, bold print: “High Protein”? When you’re managing your diet and living with CSID (Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency), that label might be hiding more than just excess hidden sugar underneath it. Protein washing is a…
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Can’t Digest Sugar? How ERT Helps People with CSID Thrive
Let’s take a closer look at the science—and hope—behind one of MedTech’s most promising therapies for people living with digestive enzyme disorders. The Daily Challenges of Living with CSID For those of us who live with Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (CSID), every meal can make you feel intense anxiety over what might make you present your…
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Sucraid for CSID Treatment: Risks of False Positive Breath Test Results & Diagnosis Accuracy
If you’ve been diagnosed with CSID (Congenital Sucrose-Isomaltase Deficiency), you have probably heard about Sucraid, a medication approved by the FDA as a treatment. I was diagnosed with CSID In 2020, and it was something that played a vital role in helping me find solace as I tried to change my diet to being starch…
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Is Lifesum Worth It? My Experience with Food Tracking
I don’t really do this too often–reviews have never really been my thing when it comes to writing, but as I have gotten older I have also understood the importance of a really great review. I’ve always enjoyed scouring the internet before I make any really BIG purchases and finding out all I can about…
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Am I Crazy?: A Deeper Look into the Healthcare System and an Anxiety Diagnosis
In 2013, I had my first panic attack episode while on vacation with my parents for my birthday. It was one of those uncomfortably hot days that I couldn’t keep my body temperature regulated even if I wanted to but then to add these sudden thoughts of impending doom and having a moment where it…
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CSID-Friendly Thanksgiving Leftover Ideas
Thanksgiving can be tricky for those of us with Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (CSID). Many of our long-time favorite recipes have a lot of added sugar and starch, which are difficult for us to digest, so it can be a challenge to navigate safe alternatives. Don’t worry—there are still plenty of creative ways to enjoy the…
Sugar and Starch Free, No Problem 