Celiac disease is an inherited autoimmune disorder that
affects the digestive process of the small intestine. When a person eats
gluten, the body’s immune system attacks the small intestine and interferes
with the absorption of the gluten and other important nutrients. Gluten is the
protein found in wheat, rye and barley (and to a lesser extent oats). Celiac
disease is not a wheat allergy. It is an intolerance to the gluten protein that
is found in wheat.
Symptoms of Celiac disease may include: weight loss,
fatigue, skin rashes, bloating, stomach aches, diarrhea and/or constipation,
short stature, delayed puberty as well as other more serious systemic symptoms.
If
you suffer from Celiac or are unsure, book your appointment now with one of our
Naturopathic Doctors to speak about your options.
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