Conditions: Celiac Disease
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What is gluten?
This elastic protein gives wheat, rye, barley, and some oats their chewy texture.
The lowdown on gluten intolerance and celiac disease
For people suffering from gluten intolerance or celiac disease, the protein can cause symptoms ranging from constipation, diarrhea, or bloating to fatigue, skin rashes, grumpiness, and joint or bone pain. These adverse reactions could indicate intolerance, or celiac disease, a more a serious hereditary autoimmune condition that damages the small intestines and can lead to nutrient malabsorption and comprised immunity. Learn more about what to do if you suspect you have gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
By the numbers
1/5 of the population buys gluten-free products
25 million Americans are gluten intolerant
3 million Americans have celiac disease
5 percent of Americans are accurately diagnosed
9 average number of years it takes to diagnose
Giving up gluten
The only medical treatment for celiac disease is a gluten-free diet. Once on the diet, some people experience immediate relief; others take several months or years to heal. Strict adherence to the diet is crucial because it decreases the risk of developing other autoimmune diseases, such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus. Read more about going gluten-free.
More health information
Supplements to help with celiac disease symptoms
Eliminating wheat in your diet
What is the difference between food allergy and food intolerance?
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Gluten-free meal planning
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Gluten-free recipes
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