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celiac disease

10 benefits of a gluten-free diet

Estimated reading time: 1 minute People with certain medical conditions have good reasons to avoid gluten, but a gluten-free diet can also be beneficial for others. However, before you start a gluten-free diet, it is advisable to talk with a[…]

Can gluten cause problems in dogs?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Any dog can suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance. However, it is more common in breeds such as the Irish Setter, Samoyed, and Irish Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier. If a dog with celiac disease eats[…]

How does COVID-19 affect people with celiac disease?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause disease in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections, from the common cold to more severe diseases, such as[…]

What is the effect of gluten on babies?

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Research suggests that the introduction of gluten in the first few months can greatly increase the risk of celiac disease later in life. However, there is also research suggesting that introducing gluten too late also[…]

Does celiac disease show up on genetic testing?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes As we know, celiac disease is genetic, so many doctors recommend genetic testing. Genetic testing can be used to rule out celiac disease when a patient is already on a gluten-free diet or the test[…]

Is gluten used in cosmetics?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Celiac disease is a disease that prevents absorption of nutrients from food due to intolerance to gliadin, a glycoprotein that is present in the gluten of certain cereals: wheat, oats, rye, and barley. Although it[…]

Medical supervision in celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute It is absolutely essential to go to periodic reviews with specialists to check the good condition. Some symptoms, such as iron-deficiency anemia, may need treatment. In addition, even after the introduction of the diet, malignancies[…]

Symptoms of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes The signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and are different in children and adults. The most common signs for adults are diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss. Adults may also have bloating and[…]

Causes of celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Research suggests that celiac disease only occurs in people who have specific genes. These genes are common and are carried by about a third of the population. People also have to eat foods containing gluten[…]

12 myths about celiac disease

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Celiac disease is a digestive disorder characterized by an autoimmune response to gluten, a protein found in rye, barley, wheat, triticale, and many other cereal grains. Celiac disease, if left untreated, can cause a variety[…]