Melanie1330

Good question! I would say that it is an autoimmune disorder that is triggered by gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye. When an individual with celiac disease ingests gluten, it triggers the immune system to attack, and damage the lining of the small intestine (or the villi). This damage prevents the person from obtaining the proper nutrients...

Coltsfan, Thank you so much for bring this topic up! I was diagnosed about 9 months ago, and I have been so angry lately! I have been on this site before, but then quickly retreated due to my denial. But after some time, I realized that I need some honest support from others who are going through this, or have been where we are. My husband is a wonderful...

I am so thankful for this site! I was diagnosed through a biopsy in May of 2009. I would have thought that by this time, almost a year later, I would be coping better. I feel so much better physically, but often find myself resenting the fact that I can't eat food that I love. It has been encouraging to read what you all have shared, and I pray I will...

I just went to BAM for the first time last week. I loved it! I had a fantastic gluten-free pizza! It was the first one that I have enjoyed since being diagnosed.