Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder caused by gluten intolerance. It can cause a multitude of problems, so it’s important to be aware of the common symptoms of celiac disease.

Going gluten-free has become a trendy thing for many people, however if you have Celiac disease, you already know you can’t consume gluten from certain grains without paying the price. However, while Celiac disease is unpleasant on its own, it is often associated with other health problems – because it’s an autoimmune disorder, you’re more […]

The number of people opting for a gluten-free diet has been rising steadily over the past several years. For many this a lifestyle choice, but for those with celiac disease it’s necessary. An autoimmune disorder, celiac disease is triggered by the consumption of gluten—a protein found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye.

These days, many people—including children—are living gluten-free, which means they don’t consume grains (wheat in particular). Gluten is actually a protein and it can trigger symptoms in children with celiac disease, causing tummy aches and even weight loss and poor growth. Being gluten free can because of dietary restrictions due to health, but can also […]

Celiac disease is a very real illness, even though the painful effects aren’t always visible on the outside. The serious genetic autoimmune disease effects roughly 3-million Americans yet a shocking 83-percent of celiac sufferers remain diagnosed. Unfortunately, if left untreated, celiac disease can cause thyroid disease, osteoporosis, anemia, and even trigger the development of cancer (i.e., non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, adenocarcinoma of the […]

There are ways to minimize the symptoms of this inflammatory autoimmune illness with lifestyle choices. Here are 6 lifestyle tips for those looking to improve their health through diet and other means.

A new study shows that people with Celiac disease are at a higher risk of developing neuropathy, or nerve damage. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that can result in significant intestinal damage when a person consumes gluten, which is typically found in wheat products. It’s a relatively new disease that health researchers are still […]

A new study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting this week reveals a direct relationship between celiac disease and fertility and pregnancy outcomes in women. The study is in the preliminary stages of development but lead researcher Stephanie M. Moleski says the findings demonstrate “a clear need for increased awareness of this […]

Scientists are now speculating that babies born in the spring and summer months might be more prone to developing Celiac Disease and gluten intolerance compared to those born during the winter and fall. The idea behind this theory is that babies born during the colder months are exposed to the triggers of Celiac disease much […]

It was always known that celiac disease is caused by hyperactivity of the immune system, but for the first time ever researchers were able to envisage the interaction between T lymphocytes and gluten, the protein that triggers the disease. Celiac disease can affect both young children and adults. The disease affects approximately 1 in 300 […]