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coeliac Disease

Also indexed as:Celiac Sprue, Enteropathy (Gluten), Gluten Enteropathy, Non-Tropical Sprue
The gluten found in grain may trigger coeliac disease in some people. By keeping a close eye on your diet, you can remedy many of the symptoms. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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The gluten found in grain may trigger coeliac disease in some people. By keeping a close eye on your diet, you can remedy many of the symptoms. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Try over-the-counter loperamide (Imodium A-D) and bulk-forming laxatives, such as methylcellulose (Citrucel) or psyllium (Konsyl, Metamucil, Perdiem), to stop diarrhoea; treat wind and bloating with simethicone (Mylicon, wind-X)

  • Mix in a multivitamin

    Take a daily high potency multivitamin that will supply your body with all the essential micronutrients, especially iron, vitamin D, vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, folic acid, and zinc

  • Breast-feed your baby

    Reduce your newborn’s risk of developing coeliac disease by breast-feeding for more than a month

  • Go gluten-free

    Work with a knowledgeable health professional to find out which gluten-filled foods should be avoided

  • Get routine check-ups

    Have your doctor monitor your bone health, check for anaemia, and make sure you are not developing nutritional deficiencies

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The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2024.