About.com Health: Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Gluten has been a big buzz word for the past several years, with more and more people going gluten-free, and an increasing variety of gluten-free foods popping up everywhere. But how do you know if you should avoid the protein--and how do you do so? During Celiac Awareness Month, find out how gluten affects people with both celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and if you may need to get tested for either condition. What Is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder in which gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, causes damage in the small intestine. Abdominal pain, weight loss and diarrhea are well-known symptoms, but joint pain, brain fog and a host of other issues may also result. Celiac Disease 101 Symptoms of Celiac Disease What Tests Are Necessary for a Diagnosis? Search Related Topics:  celiac disease symptoms  celiac disease diagnosis  celiac medical issues Is It Celiac Disease or Gluten Sensitivity? The symptoms of celiac disease and gluten sensitivity are nearly identical, but the body's response to gluten is believed to differ in the two conditions. Gluten sensitivity isn't yet a recognized medical condition, however, so diagnosis can be tricky. Celiac Diseaes vs. Gluten Sensitivity All About Gluten Sensitivity Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms Testing for Gluten Sensitivity Search Related Topics:  gluten sensitivity  gluten sensitivity research  gluten sensitivity symptoms The Gluten-Free Diet If you've discovered that you have a problem with gluten, the best treatment is to follow a gluten-free diet. And while eliminating wheat-based bread, pasta and other gluten-containing foods isn't easy, it just takes a little bit of a perseverance and a learning curve. How To Eat Gluten-Free Gluten-Free Food List: What You CAN Eat How To Dine Out Gluten-Free Search Related Topics:  what's safe for celiacs?  gluten-free shopping  hidden gluten Yes, You Can Still Eat Pizza! Fortunately, you don't have to give up all your faves like pizza, ice cream and chocolate on a gluten-free diet--you just have make careful purchases and modify. Gluten-Free Pizza Is Still Delicious Tasty Gluten-Free Ice Cream Mmmm, Gluten-Free Chocolate Bars Search Related Topics:  gluten-free kids  gluten-free entertaining  gluten-free shopping Related Searches Health Food Diet Gluten Free Diet Health Symptoms Celiac Disease Diets About Health Featured Articles Video: Testing Process for Celiac Disease What Is Hepatitis C? When To Get Surgery for Bunions Symptoms of HIV Adult Virgins Can Getting Hit In the Stomach Cause a Miscarriage?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement