the scoop
celiac disease
celiac disease is an inherited autoimmune disease; it is NOT a food allergy. 1 in 133 americans are currently living with celiac disease. when a person with celiac disease eats or ingests any food or beauty product (i.e. lip-gloss, shampoo, moisturizer etc) that contains gluten, their body attacks itself resulting in damage to the small intestine. gluten is the generic name for a protein found in the grains wheat, rye, barley and oat. the damage comes as a direct result of that person’s body not being able to tolerate gluten and does not allow the body to properly absorb nutrients. if one lives with untreated and/or undiagnosed celiac disease, it can lead to other serious illnesses.
the facts
1 in 133 americans are living with celiac disease.
200, there are over 200 signs and symptoms of celiac disease.
100%, following a strict gluten free diet 100% of the time is the only existing treatment for celiac disease
treatment
celiac disease is treated primarily with a strict gluten free diet and lifestyle.
the perks of living a glamourous gluten free life
celiac disease is a diagnosis of an autoimmune disease, it is not a death sentence.
just because things have changed and you have to maintain a gluten free diet and lifestyle, does not mean your food should not be delicious and glamourous!
my #1 perk of living a glamourous gluten free life is waking up with a smile every morning feeling healthy, strong and beautiful!
