Re: celiac - failure to thrive

[Guest guest]

Celiac is not totally a genetic disease. The suspect

gene or gene-combination is found in 25-30% of the

world's population, who presumably show no sign of

celiac disease. Also, about 5% of diagnosed celiacs

do not have these gene markers. And many people

who do not have the gene markers are not fully tested

for celiac disease. So environmental factors are

significant, and especially those factors related to the

intestinal tract such as diet, candida, bacteria, viruses

and parasites.

Incidentally, I have seen very few references to

parasites, and I find this a severe oversight as a

compromised intestine [ and I feel this to be a major

factor in autism ] is a breeding ground for worms and

protozoa, etc. Those that do research, please do not

overlook this subject.

Moses.