Gluten Free Registry Launches Mobile Web Site for People With Gluten Intolerance

PRLog (Press Release) – Mar 05, 2008 – The Gluten Free Registry™ has launched their dotMobi mobile web site, www.gfregistry.mobi. Now their searchable database is available from your mobile phone where ever you are. Finding a gluten-free friendly business near you has never been more convenient.

Celiac Disease is a genetic disorder where the body has an intolerance to the protein called gluten which is found in wheat, rye, barley and oats. According to the Celiac Sprue Association, "1 in 133 Americans have celiac disease". Left untreated, people with Celiac Disease can develop further complications such as vitamin deficiencies, other autoimmune diseases, osteoporosis, thyroid disease, and cancer.

Celiac Disease is characterized by damage to the mucosal lining of the small intestine, and is responsible for the malabsorption of nutrients resulting in malnutrition. It is also linked to skin blisters (dermatitis herpetiformis) and gall bladder disease. Celiac Disease is not age-dependent and may become active at any age. Celiac Disease is often misdiagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or stress.

Currently the only treatment for Celiac Disease is a strict, 100% gluten-free diet. The Gluten Free Registry™ is a free service where people living without gluten can find gluten-free friendly restaurants, bakeries, caterers and more. Now that service is available right from your phone by going to www.gfregistry.mobi (see your cellular provider for data access charges that may apply).