Today, I post links to some results of a Google Search: Celiac Disease.
All that follows are links from the above web page.
AI OverviewCoeliac disease (or celiac disease) is a chronic autoimmune disorder where eating gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye—causes the immune system to mistakenly attack the small intestine. This damage impairs nutrient absorption. There is no cure, but it is managed through a strict, lifelong gluten-free diet.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary widely from person to person and can affect multiple areas of the body.
Wikipedia
- Digestive issues: Diarrhea (often pale, foul-smelling, or fatty), abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and constipation.
- General symptoms:
Unexplained weight loss, chronic fatigue, joint pain, and mouth ulcers.
- Skin & bone issues: An itchy, blistering skin rash known as dermatitis herpetiformis and early-onset osteoporosis caused by poor calcium absorption.
- No symptoms: Many individuals are “asymptomatic” but still experience internal intestinal damage.
DiagnosisIt is critical to be tested before eliminating gluten from your diet, as a gluten-free lifestyle will interfere with diagnostic test accuracy. [1]Management & Treatment
- Foods to Avoid: Standard breads, pasta, cereals, and beer. Gluten hides in many unexpected processed foods like soups and salad dressings. [1, 2]
- Safe Foods: Naturally gluten-free whole foods such as vegetables, fruits, meats, fish, dairy, rice, and corn. [1]
- Cross-contamination: Even microscopic amounts of gluten can trigger a reaction. Items like oats require careful attention unless certified gluten-free. [1, 2, 3]
Helpful ResourcesTo navigate a gluten-free lifestyle safely, access authoritative information and support communities through organizations like the Celiac Disease Foundation or the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Consulting with a registered dietitian specializing in coeliac disease is highly recommended for building a safe, nutritionally balanced diet. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
