Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease (CD) is an autoimmune condition that permanently affects the digestive system where the immune system mounts a response to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and oats. When a person with CD consumes foods that contain gluten, it causes an immune system reaction in the small intestine, which damages the lining of the small intestine. This can therefore affect the absorption of nutrients as well as being associated with other long term health outcomes.
Symptoms may include :
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Stomach cramps
- Bloating and wind
- Fatigue, weakness and lethargy
- Nausea and vomiting
- Weight loss – but weight gain is also possible
- Anaemia
Fortunately, when gluten is removed from the diet the gut has a chance to heal and improve.
How our dietitians help with coeliac disease:
- Help you learn how to eat a gluten free diet including practical tips around label reading (the basics)
- Life can get in the way of keeping across the gluten free diet, we will help you with meal planning strategies and resources to reduce anxiety around food choices
- Gluten free eating can be overwhelming and feel restricted. We can help heal your relationship with food after an overwhelming change.
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