Celiac.com 03/05/2021 - In 2003, I was on a business trip in New Hampshire when my skin blossomed into an itchy, burning rash. During the daylong meeting, I felt it spreading under my clothes. I delivered a presentation to 20 people, while wondering what was happening to me. After the presentation, I went to the bathroom and open my blouse. One look at my reflection in the mirror, and I fainted.
At the emergency room, I was confronted with seven different doctors, one at a time, who ask me if I have taken illicit or pharmaceutical drugs, or been exposed to fertilizer or dioxin. They told me that I was having a systemic chemical reaction. They prescribed steroids and antihistamines. They said the rash exposes my body to bacteria and instructed me to buy a thick sweat suit to wear on...

Celiac.com 02/08/2024 - Living with celiac disease often means navigating a complex landscape of symptoms, dietary restrictions, and the quest for an optimal quality of life. 
Understanding Patterns Behind Persistent Celiac Symptoms
Celiac disease is not a one-size-fits-all condition. A subgroup of adults experiences persistent symptoms, both gastrointestinal and extraintestinal, the origins of which are often elusive. A team of researchers recently conducted an observational study to uncover patterns within this diverse symptom landscape and explore their connections to gluten-free diet adherence, mental health, and quality of life.
The research team included Cara Dochat, Niloofar Afari, Rose-Marie Satherley, Shayna Coburn & Julia F. McBeth. They are variously a...

Celiac.com 05/02/2024 - Celiac disease affects millions worldwide, impacting not only physical health, but also the overall quality of life. This autoimmune disorder, triggered by the consumption of gluten-containing foods like wheat, barley, and rye, presents a broad spectrum of symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal issues to atypical and extra-intestinal forms.
Research suggests celiac disease affects 1–2% of people in Western populations, making it a significant public health concern. Despite its commonality, celiac disease often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to its diverse symptomatology.
In recent years the health-related quality of life has become an important issue in this context, and most studies carried out so far have shown diminished quality of life in u...

Celiac.com 09/12/2025 - Celiac disease is a lifelong autoimmune condition where the body reacts negatively to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Even when people with celiac disease avoid gluten completely, many still experience poor health, both physically and emotionally. This study set out to determine whether eating a Mediterranean-style gluten-free diet could improve quality of life, especially mental well-being, for people living with this condition.
How the Study Was Conducted
The study included 100 adults with celiac disease and 100 healthy individuals matched by age and gender. Researchers assessed how closely participants followed a Mediterranean-style diet using a scoring system called the MedDiet Score. They also evaluated health-related quality...