Coeliac Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is coeliac disease?
A
The body is deficient in the enzyme needed to digest gluten
Immune system identifies gluten as dangerous, resulting in the inflammation of the small intestine
2
Q
Symptoms
A
Weight loss Abdominal pain Anaemia Tiredness Slow growth in children Malabsorption of nutrients
3
Q
Dietary guidelines
A
Follow a gluten-free diet
Become familiar with food labelling
Follow nutritionist’s recommendations
Use naturally gluten free products
