Gluten
Gliadins and glutenins give gluten products these characteristics.
What are the ability to rise and the doughy texture
This is the best thing to look for on a food label if one is unsure
What is a "Gluten Free" label
This is the first step one has to take to advocate for themselves
What is finding a good health care provider
This symptom of Celiac results in a low red blood cell count
What is anemia
This is the most common reason someone will have Celiac's disease.
What is genetic inheritance
These are the two types of gluten.
What are gliadin and glutenin
spelt and durum are classified as this type of gluten grain
What is wheat
An important note when trying to confirm Celiac by symptoms
What is the fact that symptoms vary from person to person
This symptom of Celiac can have an unfortunate biological effect on adolescents
What is delayed puberty/growth
One may see these that claim to act in the same way as a Lactaid product for those with lactose intolerance. However, it is NOT effective in protecting a Celiac immune system from the proteins in gluten.
What are gluten supplements.
This protein of gluten cannot be digested properly by the stomach or enzymes in the intestines for those with Celiac disease
What is gliadin
This is the gluten protein found in barley products
What is hordein
This symptom of Celiac can often be brushed off as heart burn
What is a burning pain in the chest
These symptoms of Celiac specifically affect the abdominal region
What are bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation
This treatment is the only current effective treatment for a person with Celiac
What is a strict gluten free diet
These are the three most common gluten grains
What are wheat, barley, and rye
This is the gluten protein found in rye products
What is secalin