Living With Celiac Disease with Meghan Donnelly

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In this episode of What the Health, Meghan Donnelly from the Celiac Disease Foundation explores the challenges and realities of living with celiac disease. Celiac disease is a severe, long-term autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the small intestine's ability to absorb nutrients. While celiac disease is tied to gluten ingestion, it differs from gluten sensitivity. The difficulties in diagnosis, asymptomatic nature, and 200-plus potential symptoms of celiac disease are discussed.

Meghan provides insights into the short- and long-term health impacts and the importance of genetic factors, lifestyle adjustments, and testing options. The necessity of a gluten-free diet is addressed alongside the efforts and obstacles in celiac research, future advancements and the role of the Celiac Disease Foundation. Awareness of potential links to other autoimmune diseases, the global prevalence and the importance of monitoring symptoms in one's diet are also highlighted. Finally, practical tips for managing celiac disease and reliable sources of information are shared, underscoring the importance of self-advocacy and seeking professional guidance.

00:00 Understanding Celiac Disease: An Overview

00:59 Challenges in Diagnosing Celiac Disease

01:35 Ways to Manage and Diagnose Celiac Disease

01:59 Expert Insights: Interview with Meghan Donnelly

02:46 What is Celiac Disease?

04:36 Symptoms and Long-term Impacts

06:06 Increasing Awareness and Diagnosis

07:08 Genetic Factors and Triggers

14:43 Testing and Diagnosis Procedures

23:20 Myths and Misconceptions

26:33 Navigating Gluten-Free Living

32:36 Future of Celiac Disease Research

34:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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