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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
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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
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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
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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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Unveiling Celiac Disease: Lessons from Sweden’s Epidemic
Celiac disease epidemics in Sweden linked to feeding practices changes. Continue reading
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How War Transformed Celiac Disease Understanding
During World War II in the Netherlands, pediatrician Willem Dicke observed that children with celiac disease improved due to the scarcity of bread and wheat. This led to the breakthrough understanding that gluten triggers their symptoms, highlighting how significant medical… Continue reading
