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Trusted Resource for Celiac Disease.

Welcome to this page. A real person writes this blog about celiac disease. It is about the good, the bad, and the ugly in living with celiac disease. I talk about life experiences, clinical drug trials, and living more gracefully. Sometimes, I get a bee in my bonnet to rant and rave about something in the celiac world – both good and bad. I hope you enjoy these posts and feel free to reach out!

Latest Posts

  • Why More Testing for Celiac Disease is Essential

    Celiac disease affects about 1% of the population but remains largely undiagnosed, often taking years for patients to receive proper diagnosis. Its varied symptoms can overlap with other conditions, complicating recognition. Despite improved awareness, significant diagnostic delays persist, particularly among… Continue reading

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  • What does a celiac patient look like?

    Celiac disease misconceptions persist, with many believing patients must be thin or malnourished. However, recent research shows that 37% of newly diagnosed patients are overweight or obese. This highlights the complexity of the disease, as symptoms can occur regardless of… Continue reading

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  • Why ‘Fat Celiac’ is More Than Just a Name

    The site “Fat Celiac” challenges stereotypes about celiac disease, highlighting that not all patients are thin. The author, initially expecting weight loss post-diagnosis, gained instead and explored various diets without success. By embracing a body that defies expectations, the site… Continue reading

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  • 7 Years of Celiac Disease Awareness: What Comes Next

    Celiac Disease Awareness Month has concluded, highlighting discussions on diagnosis, care, and living gluten-free. The focus remains on education and advocacy, emphasizing informed choices while managing gluten exposure risks. The commitment to sharing knowledge and combating misinformation continues beyond May,… Continue reading

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  • Celiac Disease Ignorance: A Call for Awareness

    The author expresses frustration over societal reactions to comedian Robby Hoffman’s ignorant remarks about celiac disease, asserting that the lack of effective treatments and widespread misinformation are far more troubling. They emphasize the need for better diagnosis practices and urge… Continue reading

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  • The Genetic Connection to Celiac Disease

    Celiac disease is influenced by genetics, with 30–40% of the population carrying related markers, though only a small percentage actually develops the disease. It often coexists with other autoimmune disorders and varies in prevalence geographically. Personal family histories can provide… Continue reading

    Celiac Disease Awareness Month banner stating 'Genetics doesn't automatically equal diagnosis' with a DNA helix, a not-equal symbol, and a stylized intestine with a leaf badge

  • Podcast Episode: Celiac Disease Through History

    Pip: Celiac disease: the condition serious enough to disqualify you from military service, reshape wartime medicine, and still get mistaken for a dietary preference at restaurants. Mara: FatCeliac has been covering exactly that range this week — from how war… Continue reading

  • How Celiac Disease Shapes Family Life and Resilience

    Celiac disease affects not only those diagnosed but also their families, shaping shared experiences and perspectives. The author reflects on their children’s upbringing, emphasizing their awareness of the disease’s challenges and their resilience. Ultimately, the hope is that this experience… Continue reading

  • Celiac Disease: Impact on Military Readiness

    Memorial Day is a day to honor the American service members who gave their lives serving our country. I come from a military family. My grandfather served. My father served. My son has considered military service himself. It was a… Continue reading

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  • Celiac Humor: Upgrading Your Gluten-Free Journey

    Someone asked – “How do we upgrade to the weight loss version of celiac? I got the ‘everything swells and hurts’ beta version.” 😭 Yes, the 1.0 version of “everything swells and hurts” is currently in circulation. Version 2.0 is… Continue reading

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