The most common types of materials used for loose-fill insulation include cellulose, fiberglass, and mineral (rock or slag) wool. All of these materials are produced using recycled waste materials. Cellulose is primarily made from recycled newsprint. Most fiberglass contains 20% to 30% recycled glass.
Constipation is characterized by infrequent or difficult-to-pass stools. Roughly 32 percent of the over 5,000 participants in the 2003 Canadian Celiac Health Survey reported constipation as a symptom before diagnosis. In other words, consuming gluten when you are intolerant can trigger constipation. Once you are diagnosed, treatment involves a gluten-free diet. Because many gluten-free diets lack fiber, which promotes digestive function, constipation can also occur as a complication of your diet.
People with celiac disease cannot tolerate gluten. Gluten is a protein found naturally in wheat, rye, and barley. When gluten is eaten, the immune system reacts by damaging the lining of the small intestine. As a result of this damage, nutrients cannot be absorbed properly. Some people with celiac disease have no symptoms. Others may have diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, or abdominal pain and bloating. If it is not treated, the disease can increase the risk of serious health problems, including osteoporosis, anemia, and cancer. Treatment involves avoiding gluten in your diet.