Health Conditions : Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease is a digestive condition where the small intestine becomes inflamed and unable to absorb nutrients.
It can cause a range of symptoms, including diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating.
Coeliac disease is caused by an adverse reaction to gluten, a dietary protein found in 3 types of cereal
- wheat
- barley
- rye
Gluten is found in any food that contains the above cereals, including:
- pasta
- cakes
- breakfast cereals
- most types of bread
- certain types of sauces
- some types of ready meals.
In addition, most beers are made from barley.
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