Coeliac Disease

Also indexed as: Celiac Sprue, Enteropathy (Gluten), Gluten Enteropathy, Non-Tropical Sprue

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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.

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 in Aisle7 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 June 2011.