<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I was amazed at the response to my post on hair loss. Ten people informed me that they lose patches of hair after eating gluten, or have suffered alopecia to some degree. One or two mentioned the possibility of the shampoo or conditioner containing wheat. ( something i had never thought of) A few others said it could be due to nutrients not being absorbed because of the dammage done to the intestines by the gluten. All in all I am now convinced my child does have celiac and will be gluten free for life. Thanks to everyone who emailed me, I really appreciate it. Lianne