Because the symptoms of a gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease are similar, it is easy to understand why these terms are (incorrectly) used synonymously. In fact, a gluten intolerance is not the same as Celiac Disease; persons with a gluten intolerance can consume small amounts of gluten, whereas those diagnosed with Celiac Disease cannot tolerate gluten at all.
Though the way a gluten intolerance manifests itself will vary from person to person, some common symptoms include:
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Weight Loss
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Acid Reflux
The exact causes of a gluten intolerance and Celiac Disease are still unknown. Because either condition can develop at any age, from infancy to adulthood, some suspect the chemical treatment of foods to be the culprit.
Whether you have a gluten intolerance or the more severe Celiac Disease, the lining of your small intestine is damaged from eating gluten and other proteins found in wheat, barley, rye, and possibly oats.
Persons will Celiac Disease must adhere to a lifelong gluten-free diet. Luckily, Free From Market supports a community of customers who want to live gluten-free, but not free from choices. We are stocked with an organic and tasty selection of gluten-free foods and beverages that is constantly expanding.
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