What is Coeliac Disease?
By Dr Ananya Mandal, MD
Celiac disease affects the gastrointestinal tract - especially the small intestines. It is seen in genetically predisposed children and adults.
The symptoms are usually precipitated by the ingestion of gluten-containing foods. Alternative names for celiac disease are celiac sprue, gluten-sensitive enteropathy, and nontropical sprue.
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a form of plant based protein. It is present in wheat, rye, and barley and gives the dough for bread its baking properties.
Cakes, bread, pasta, breakfast cereals, sauces, beer (made from barley) and ready meals may contain gluten.
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