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What is Celiac Disease?
What is Celiac Disease?
An autoimmune disease that doesn't allow the body to process wheat, rye, and barley
The body reacts against the protein gluten
In the small intestine, finger-like projections are damaged and cannot absorb nutrients properly
An estimated 1 in 133 Americans in the United States has been diagnosed with Celiac Disease
What is Gluten?
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a protein commonly found in certain grains like wheat, rye, and barley. These grains are found in breads, pasta, and snacks.
Signs & Symptoms
Signs & Symptoms
According to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, symptoms include but are not limited too…
Poor growth
Weight loss
Short stature
Delayed puberty
Diarrhea
Constipation
Poor appetite
Food aversion
Behavior changes
Dental enamel defects
Iron deficiency anemia or other vitamin or mineral deficiencies
Chronic fatigue
Gas
Skin disorders that produce small itchy blisters on the elbow, feet or knees
Vomiting
Irritability
Abdominal pain or cramping
Bloated abdomen or “potbelly”
Fatigue
Osteoporosis or multiple fractures
Headaches
*some people may even be asymptomatic*
Other Life Impacts Include…
Other Life Impacts Include…
Lack of spontaneity in eating out
Food anxiety
Risk of developing other autoimmune diseases
Asking numerous questions and feeling like a burden
Always carrying personal food
Financial Burdens
Increase in mental health problems
More health impacts such as infertility, cancers, anemia, dermatitis, neurological conditions, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, and more
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