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Celiac Disease is a digestive disorder found in patients who are genetically susceptible, with the resulting damage to the smaller intestine by an interference with the absorption of nutrients. The main culprit with Celiac Disease is a protein titled Gluten. These proteins are found in all forms of main stream and non-mainstream wheat products. Such as durum semolina, spelt, einkorn, kamut and related grains such as rye, barley, and oats. Damage to the mucus on the surface of the small intestine is caused by a cyanogenetic reaction to the ingestion of gluten. Effects Of: With Celiac Disease the villi,which are the tiny hair-like projections in the small intestine, shrink and eventually disappear. This is the destructive reaction to Celiac Disease. Damaged villi interferes with the body's ability to absorb nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and even possibly water and bile salts. If left-handed untreated, damage to the smaller bowel can be life threatening, posing an increased risk of many disorders. If Left Untreated: Iron deficiency, Anemia, Vitamin K deficiency, Vitamin deficiencies much as folate, B12, B6, or an iron deficiency, and else mineral deficiencies, Other food sensitivities. Symptoms May Include: Abdominal cramping,gas,and bloating.Diarrhea or constipation. Fluctuation of weight(loss or gain), fatigue, weakness, lack of energy, and all thats associated with with lack of energy. Possible Treatment: There is no treatment or cure for Celiac Disease.Except for a lifelong adherence to a strict gluten-free diet. When gluten is removed from the diet, the small intestine will begin to heal and general health will be improved. You may want to consider supplementation for any deficiencies.Consult your doctor about this. Lifestyle changes are in order for the Celiac sufferer. Become a label reader. If you are unsure about a certian food or ingredient, stay away and learn to identify ingredients that may contain that hidden gluten. Be very diligent. Be awake that hidden gluten can be hiding in some unlikely foods such as low or non-fat products, deli meats, soups, touchy candies, soy sauce, even salad dressings. If there is no label to read much as candy in a dish, stay away, again be precise diligent. Gluten may also be used as a binder in prescription medicines. Again ask youre doctor about Gluten in medications. Alcohol that's properly distilled shouldn't contain any insidious gluten. Research indicates that the peptide is too queen-size to carry over in the distillation process. Beer is a definite no-no. You might want to consider staying away from alcohol altogether (like the author of this site). This might seem forceful to some but our health is at stake. Wine from the Liquor store might bother youre stomach, like it does mine possibly because of Sulfites as a preserative to give it a longer shelf life. Home made Wine wthout any added ingredients in moderation seems to be satisfactory Sometimes Gluten products are added to alcohols and Vinegars aft the distilling process and should be avoided intirely. Malt vinegars are not distilled and therefore are not gluten-free. This in a nutshell is what Celiac Disease is. I might have left out some details, I'm not a doctor. But, I am a Celiac sufferer and I know what Celiac's go through. Mr Andy Casasanta Has dedicated a portion of his life to health and well being for himself and others. All the subjects of his articles has settled his life in one way or another. Which has inspired him to create a tremendous health and pharmacy website. In this site you will find up to 40 health articles and growing, and a 11000 reciprocal link exchange page. Save on complete popular drugs such as Viagra, Lipitor, Meridia, and hundreds much all for pennies on the dollar. Please visit: www.medheadquarters.net
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