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Gluten Intolerance Group
Annual Education Conference
June 4 - 6, 2004
Double Tree Hotel - Lloyd Center
Portland, Oregon



A common disease with uncommon symptoms - Celiac disease (or gluten
intolerance) is an incurable, hereditary, auto immune disease that recent studies show
affect as many as 1 in 133 people in the United States. Is this a rare
disease? Hardly...1 in 133 equates to approximately 1.5 million people. Frequently
misdiagnosed, Celiac disease has a broad range of symptoms and no - typical -
symptoms. The symptoms of Celiac disease are triggered by the ingestion of
gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, barley and perhaps oats.

If you or a family member suffers from anemia, weight loss or gain, diarrhea,
osteoporosis, skin disorder, irritable bowel, mood swings or other
unexplainable symptoms - Maybe it's something you ate - Maybe it is Celiac Disease. A
gluten-free diet - for life - is the only treatment available to Celiac
patients.

More information can be obtained at the GIG Annual Education Conference from
June 4-6, 2004 at the Double Tree Hotel-Lloyd Center, 1000 NE Multnomah,
Portland, OR, 503-281-6111. The conference runs from Friday through Sunday
afternoon and offers seminars, cooking classes, gluten-free food manufacturers
exhibits/sales, cookbook authors and medical professionals to educate and assist with
the gluten-free diet. Health care Professionals will learn about celiac
disease and the gluten-free diet in two professional programs. The Gluten
Intolerance Group of Portland/Vancouver is hosting the conference. Daily rates are
available for the conference as well as all inclusive rates (including the Pennies
from Heaven banquet on Saturday night). Family discounts allow all family
members to enjoy the weekend; GIG Kid's Day Camp will keep the little ones safe
and entertained while parents can attend informational seminars and network
with other parents. Breakfasts and Lunches are included in the Conference
Registration fee.

How to register: - go to www.gluten.net, click on Events, select the program
you are interested in and review for full information on rates and seminars.
Complete the registration by May 1, 2004 for a 40% early bird discount or by
May 22, 2004 for the regular conference rate. Conference scholarships are
available and are due by April 25, 2004.

The conference will be held at the Double Tree Hotel - Lloyd Center and a
block of rooms are available for a special rate for out of town guests; please
call 1-800-996-0510 for hotel information.

Please contact GIG for more registration questions at (206) 246-6652 or fax
to (206) 246-6531. All conference brochures and registration forms are
available at www.gluten.net.

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