Coeliac disease is a serious autoimmune condition that affects the small intestine, causing damage to the lining of the gut and interfering with the absorption of essential nutrients. People with coeliac disease need to follow a strict gluten-free diet, which can make it difficult to get all the nutrients they need from food alone. This is why many people
Coeliac disease is a serious autoimmune condition that affects 1 in 100 people worldwide. It is caused by an intolerance to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. For those with coeliac disease, consuming gluten can cause damage to the small intestine, leading to a range of symptoms and complications. In recent years, gluten-free oats have
If you’ve had blood tests that suggest you may have coeliac disease, your doctor will likely recommend an endoscopy with biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. An endoscopy is a procedure in which a tube with a camera is inserted into the throat and stomach to examine the small intestine. It is often used to diagnose coeliac disease because it can provide direct
The toxicity of oats for people with coeliac disease is controversial and has led to differing recommendations regarding its suitability as part of a gluten free diet. The term ‘gluten’ is used to collectively describe the parts of grain storage protein (‘prolamins’) from wheat, rye, barley and oats that are toxic to people with coeliac disease. The
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine and is triggered by the consumption of gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When someone with celiac disease eats gluten, their immune system attacks the small intestine, causing damage to the villi (the finger-like projections that line the small intestine and aid
