Upcoming Webinars:
January
Topic: “Food As Medicine for Celiac Disease: Nutrition Beyond the Gluten-Free Diet"
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012
Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Pacific
Speaker: Rachel Begun, MS, RD, CDN
Frustration with the U.S. healthcare’s existing model of treating illness and disease with prescription drugs has prompted Americans to focus on the prevention and wellness paradigm. The use of “food as medicine,” a central component of this growing paradigm, brings to light the important role of nutrition in preventing, treating and even reversing illness. NFCA’s Ask the Dietitian blogger Rachel Begun will explore the use of “food as medicine,” including a special discussion on how this is a relevant model for individuals with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.
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February
Topic: "Gluten-Free and Heart Health"
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012
Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Pacific
Speaker: Anne Roland Lee, MSEd, RD, LD, Director of Nutritional Services, Schar USA
In recognition of American Heart Month, NFCA will host a webinar about incorporating heart healthy foods and practices into your gluten-free diet. The webinar will include a Q&A. Attendees can submit their questions on heart health and the gluten-free diet to Kristin Voorhees at kvoorhees@celiaccentral.org. Deadline for questions is Friday, January 20, 2012.
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Sponsored by Dr. Schar USA
March
Topic: “The Gluten-Free Link: ADHD, Autism & Celiac Disease”
Date: Sunday, March 4, 2012
Time: 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific
Speaker: Marie-Nathalie Beaudoin, PhD, Training Director at Bay Area Family Therapy & Training Associates
Removing gluten from the diets of children with Asperger's syndrome, a developmental disorder on the autism spectrum, or a behavioral problem such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become a common alternative treatment in managing these conditions. In response to the medical community's historical skepticism with regard to managing psychological well-being through nutritional intervention, an increasing number of quality scientific research has been published recently to clarify the medical connection between these issues. NFCA and Marie-Nathalie Beaudoin will offer parents and healthcare providers new insights on these issues in a lively 60-minute review of the current academic literature.
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Sponsored by Crunchmaster
April
Topic: “Maintaining a Healthy Weight While Eating Gluten-Free: The Importance of Physical Activity and Mindful Eating”
Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Pacific
Speaker: Amy Jones, MS, RD, LD, Chief Clinical Dietitian and Celiac Support Group Facilitator, Mary Rutan Hospital
Weight is a popular topic when it comes to questions about celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. While a sign of undiagnosed celiac disease can be weight loss, research has shown that this disease can impact overweight individuals, too. Further, many newly diagnosed celiacs experience the common unwanted reality of weight gain due to their small intestine now able to absorb more of the nutrients they are consuming. NFCA will educate gluten-free individuals on how to manage their weight through a nutritious gluten-free diet using a healthy fitness regimen and a mindful approach to eating.
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May
Topic: "State of the Union: A Live Chat with Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity Experts"
Date: Thursday, May 3, 2012
Time: 2 p.m. Eastern/11 a.m. Pacific
Speakers: Alice Bast, Founder & President, NFCA; Alessio Fasano, MD, Director of the Center for Celiac Research, University of Maryland; Stefano Guandalini, MD, Medical Director, University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center; and Cynthia Kupper, RD, CD, Executive Director, Gluten Intolerance Group
NFCA will kick off Celiac Awareness Month with an hour-long live, streaming broadcast featuring gluten-free experts Alessio Fasano, MD, Stefano Guandalini, MD, and Cynthia Kupper, RD, CD. Moderated by Alice Bast, NFCA Founder and President, the panelists will provide a “State of the Union” on celiac disease and the new kid on the block, gluten sensitivity.
With a special focus on patient-provider communication, the panelists will explore the following:
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Defining Celiac Disease & Gluten Sensitivity
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Latest in Gluten-Related Research
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Nutritional Management & Support
Patients and providers alike will benefit from this lively 60-minute discussion!
Members of the gluten-free community are encouraged to submit questions by Friday, March 30, 2012 for a chance to have your concerns addressed during the live broadcast. Please direct questions to Kristin Voorhees at kvoorhees@celiaccentral.org with "May 3 Q&A" in the subject.
Supported by a generous anonymous donor with a passionate interest in health and wellness.
June
Topic: “Yes, You Can Eat! When Gluten Isn’t the Only Ingredient You Avoid”
Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Time: 2 p.m. Eastern/11 a.m. Pacific
Speaker: Melinda Dennis, MS, RD, LDN, Nutrition Coordinator, Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
Food allergies and intolerances are common additional dietary concerns for those diagnosed with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, which add to the challenges of eating gluten-free. NFCA’s Ask the Dietitian blogger Melinda Dennis will provide dietitians with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully treat patients following the gluten-free diet who must also be mindful of other dietary allergies and intolerances. The discussion will also include tips to share with their patients.
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Sponsored by Lucy's
July
Topic: TBA
Date: TBA
Speaker: TBA
August
Topic: “Back to School: Preparing to Educate School Administrators on the Importance of Gluten-Free”
Date: TBA
Speaker: TBA
In the past year, NFCA’s inboxes have flooded with questions on how to address their children’s medical needs while remaining positive but with more vigor. NFCA’s annual back to school Webinar will return with a focus on providing parents of gluten-free children with the knowledge and material needed to address tough gluten-free issues with their children’s school administration.
Sponsored by Mary's Gone Crackers
September
Topic: “The Environmental Impact of Gluten: The Past, The Present, The Future”
Date: Thursday, September 20, 2012
Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Pacific
Speaker: Mark Hyman, MD, Founder and Medical Director of The UltraWellness Center, Lenox, Massachusetts
The increase in celiac disease and gluten sensitivity has begged the question, “Why now?” Experts hold different theories on the increased prevalence, ranging from the hygiene theory to infant feeding practices to the actual hybridization of wheat, a primary source of gluten. NFCA’s Webinar will focus on the latter theory, with an explanation of the ways in which wheat is processed and eaten has changed dramatically in the 21st century.
Supported by a generous anonymous donor with a passionate interest in health and wellness.
October
Topic: “Eating for Two: How-To Tips on Managing Celiac Disease and Diabetes”
Date: TBA
Speaker: TBA
Type 1 diabetics are at an increased risk for developing celiac disease, which adds a challenge to an already strict diet. In fact, both celiac disease and diabetes are associated with the HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 genes and 3-8 % of people with type 1 diabetes will have biopsy-confirmed celiac disease. NFCA will review the research on the link between these two conditions and provide dietitians with strategies on how to successfully treat patients living gluten-free while also needing to manage their diabetes.
November
Topic: “Gluten-Free Holiday How-Tos: Panel Discussion with Blogger Extraordinaires”
Date: TBA
Speakers: TBA
Each year, Thanksgiving marks the beginning of a season that brings unique challenges to those living gluten-free. Extra careful attention must be paid to the food and drink passed around at holiday parties and ingested at a family’s special gathering. NFCA will turn to two of the gluten-free community’s well-known and trusted bloggers to share tips on eating safe, delicious gluten-free goodies during the 2012 holiday season.
Sponsored by Crunchmaster
December
Topic: “You Ask, We Answer: 60 Minutes with NFCA's Special Guest”
Date: TBA
Speaker: TBA
NFCA’s special three-part gluten sensitivity Webinar series in 2012 will culminate with a guest speaker answering the gluten-free community’s most pressing questions. A live chat and polling will add to the interactive discussion.
Supported by a generous anonymous donor with a passionate interest in health and wellness.
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