Old professer - before you go spouting off, I will defend my fellow FReeper. Google celiac disease and gluten intolerance. YES it is supported by medical fact!!!
As a parent of a child who cannot eat wheat and who spends nealy 4 times the average grocery bill because of the special dietary needs - it's not because my child needs to feel special. It's because my child needs to LIVE!!!!!
I have seen the pictures from the gastro of the damage to his intestines. I have watched a normally healthy 17 year old lose 30 lbs despite eating healthy meals before being diagnosed.
So I suggest, before you start accusing others, you do some research - then get back to us - hopefully with an apology.
Heres one to start with! www.celiac.com
Bad link.
But at least you’re trying to support his notions.