The gluten-free craze in our country has gone mainstream, and it's only getting bigger. There's a burgeoning market for gluten-free alternatives to almost any food. But what are the medical facts behind the public's newfound mistrust of that ubiquitous protein (found in wheat an other grains) known as gluten? What should we know about wheat allergy and Celiac disease? To investigate, we interviewed Dr. Samuel Grubman - one of ZocDoc's fantastic New York allergists.

It seems like gluten-free foods are all the rage these days among health-conscious types. From breads to pasta to beer, you can find the gluten-free equivalent of almost any food at a decent green grocery. That's great news for people with celiac disease, who can't tolerate gluten - but it might be great news for the rest of us, too. Scientists are now saying that it's not just kids who develop celiac disease. It can also strike later in life.

Just in time for spring. Today we are proud to announce our eighth specialty on ZocDoc -  Allergists! In New York City, the average wait time to see an allergist is 3 weeks. It can even be longer during spring allergy season. And honestly, who can live with itchy eyes, a runny nose, and other hay fever symptoms for 3 weeks?! Like always, you can count on ZocDoc to provide you with same-day and next-day appointments. Because to enjoy a New York spring, you might just need a New York allergist.