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Why the Average First-Time Homebuyer is 38—and Why You Don’t Have to Wait That Long - Homestead Financial Mortgage
Written by: Laura Hocking – Loan Advisor – (636) 252-4786 According to the National Association of Realtors, the median age of first-time homebuyers in the U.S. hit a record high of 38 in 2024. If that sounds a bit late in life to you, you’re not alone—and I totally get it. Buying a home can feel intimidating. If I had listened to the first loan officer I ever spoke with, I might’ve become part of that statistic myself.
The evidence-base for positive psychology interventions: a mega-analysis of meta-analyses
ABSTRACT This study provides a quantitative synthesis of meta-analytic evidence for the effectiveness of very broadly defined positive psychological interventions (PPIs), i.e. interventions that enhance well-being through pathways consistent with positive psychology theory. The definition covers a wide range of PPIs including single and multi-element PPI programs as well as mindfulness, mind-body, and physical exercise-based interventions. Five databases were searched.
Gluten and Your Stuffy Nose
The link between gluten and sinus congestion. Nearly 30 years ago, celebrated gluten-free cookbook author Carol Fenster noticed her sinus infections were getting more frequent and more debilitating. The skin under her eyes was puffy and swollen and the constant congestion and trouble breathing, which was worse lying down, made her sleep fitful. “I was missing more and more work and it was very frustrating because I couldn’t see any pattern to the infections,” Fenster says.
Cancer & Celiac Disease
Lymphoma risk is increased — but it’s not cause for alarm By Christine Boyd In 2016, Mike, then 38, was diagnosed with celiac disease. The San Luis Obispo, California resident had been an avid baker and found it hard to believe his favorite pastime could be making him sick. But Mike gave up gluten “cold turkey” and tried to embrace the new lifestyle, including gluten-free baking.
Stressed Out: The Link Between Anxiety and Celiac Disease
© GETTY IMAGES PLUS/ ISTOCK/ DEAGREEZ In the spring of 2014 while studying abroad in Italy, college junior Erin* first developed symptoms of anxiety—excessive worrying about unlikely events, difficulty concentrating on her school work and troubling thoughts that seemed to race at times. Erin chalked up the anxiety to be being abroad and the frequent travel, unfamiliar landscape and spotty cell service. She told herself it would go away when she got home later that spring.
The Gluten-Thyroid Connection - Page 1 - Gluten Free & More
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Race for a Celiac Disease Cure - Gluten Free & More
If you’ve been waiting for the day you can sink your teeth into a warm glazed doughnut—or at least not worry about cross-contamination in restaurants—that day isn’t tomorrow. But it’s coming, say celiac experts. To bring a new drug to market, the FDA requires a successful sequence of clinical trials—denoted by Phases 1 through 3—to prove that the drug is both safe and effective. On average, this process takes 12 years.
Testing for Celiac Disease - Gluten Free & More
If you have any of the following, testing for celiac disease is recommended: -Close relative with celiac disease (children, siblings, parents) -Type-1 diabetes -Primary biliary cirrhosis -Autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimoto's and Graves) -Down, Turner or Williams syndromes -Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) -Unexplained infertility or recurrent miscarriages -Persistent, unexplained symptoms. Celiac disease doesn't just cause gastrointestinal symptoms.
Surprise! There's Gluten in That!
You know the basics — there’s gluten in bread, pasta, pizza and cake. But soup, sushi, even ketchup, ice cream and dog food can contain gluten. A protein found in wheat, barley and rye, gluten comes in many guises. It can be a filler, a binder, a thickener and even a protein enhancer. We asked several leading dietitians who are experts on the gluten-free diet for some of the most surprising places you may find gluten.
Myth vs. Reality: 5 Gluten-Free Misconceptions - Web Only Articles
If you’ve been immersed in gluten-free diets for any length of time, you’ve absorbed all kinds of hearsay. Here, our experts set the record straight, at least in five cases. REALITY: Gluten is a protein, not a bacteria. It has to be removed, not killed. Imagine that gluten is like cocoa powder, which coats everything with a fine film when it’s spilled. You would use soap and water to remove that cocoa film, cleaning and wiping it away so it doesn’t get in your food or on plates, bowls or utensils.
Surprise! There’s Gluten in That Food!
You can probably spot gluten in many restaurant favorites like fettuccine alfredo and breaded chicken parmesan. But the sneaky little protein in wheat, barley and rye can be lurking in other menu items. These seemingly safe options may surprise you. 1. Corn Chips: The tortilla chips served in Mexican restaurants are typically deep fried in a shared fryer.
A Good Night’s Sleep
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 35 percent of adults aren’t getting the recommended seven hours of sleep each night. Insufficient sleep is associated with the development of a number of chronic diseases and conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and depression. It may also affect the gut microbiome.
Celiac Disease Symptoms - Web Only Articles
Celiac disease symptoms vary widely from person to person. They may occur in the digestive system or in other gluten-gastrointestinal signs, such as short stature, anemia, and liver problems). As people with celiac disease age, celiac disease symptoms tend to shift from primarily gastrointestinal ones in children (diarrhea, bloating, cramping, pain) to signs that are less commonly recognized as celiac disease symptoms (fatigue, anemia, arthritis, and numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes).
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