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Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease CD is an auto-immune disease caused by intolerance to gluten, found in wheat, rye and barley. Around 700,000 people in the UK have it - although seven in every eight are presently undiagnosed and ignorant of their condition. Increased awareness of the disease, ongoing campaigning from the charity Coeliac UK and amendments to NICE guidelines for the diagnosis of both IBS and CD, have all meant that more and more of the 'missing' coeliac patients are being picked up. Coeliac UK welcome over 100 new members a month. Mild CD in particular is more common than previously thought. Coeliac What you need to know addresses the needs of those who suspect they may have CD, or who are newly diagnosed, both of whom are increasing in number. It aims to support and advise those with the disease, as well as those who are parents of coeliac children or who care for adults with CD. Topics definition of CD tests and diagnosis diet and nutrition - ensuring the gluten-free diet is adequate other auto-immune conditions - eg type 1 diabetes thyroid disease other health issues - eg lowered fertility, skin problems Living gluten-free - practicalities, staying healthy children and teenagers further help and resources, including gluten-free food sources
114 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2011
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March 29, 2016
When a second blood test indicated I needed further investigations for Coeliac Disease my immediate reaction was to Google the subject. And while there is a vast amount of information available online, filtering out what is useful and what could be complete rubbish isn’t easy.
It’s at times like this when you need a balanced, considered approach to the subject, and Alex Gazzola’s book does just that. Benefitting from its recent update, I now feel comfortable about what lies ahead … whatever that might be.
The book begins by exploring what Coeliac Disease is, identifying a wide range of potential symptoms, some of which I’ve experienced but would not have associated with the disease. Then the testing and diagnosis procedures are examined, and although I don’t have much confidence in my GP, the book has re-assured me that I am on the right path to either being diagnosed or being able to rule it out. The chapters on food labelling have clarified much in my mind (and are well worth a read in their own right), and although it’s clear that I will need to be careful about what I eat if I am diagnosed, the positive tone to the book re-assures me that I’ll still have plenty of food choices available to me.
Finally, there’s a wealth of further information contacts at the back of the book, which I shall use when the time is right.
I read this book in two sittings and now feel much happier with what’s happening. I can see the whole process now. But I also know that this is a book I shall be returning to, especially if my diagnosis is positive.
For a clear, concise overview, with lots of pointers about where to get more information, this book is great.
It’s at times like this when you need a balanced, considered approach to the subject, and Alex Gazzola’s book does just that. Benefitting from its recent update, I now feel comfortable about what lies ahead … whatever that might be.
The book begins by exploring what Coeliac Disease is, identifying a wide range of potential symptoms, some of which I’ve experienced but would not have associated with the disease. Then the testing and diagnosis procedures are examined, and although I don’t have much confidence in my GP, the book has re-assured me that I am on the right path to either being diagnosed or being able to rule it out. The chapters on food labelling have clarified much in my mind (and are well worth a read in their own right), and although it’s clear that I will need to be careful about what I eat if I am diagnosed, the positive tone to the book re-assures me that I’ll still have plenty of food choices available to me.
Finally, there’s a wealth of further information contacts at the back of the book, which I shall use when the time is right.
I read this book in two sittings and now feel much happier with what’s happening. I can see the whole process now. But I also know that this is a book I shall be returning to, especially if my diagnosis is positive.
For a clear, concise overview, with lots of pointers about where to get more information, this book is great.
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