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Celiac Disease - gluten intolerance

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March 7, 2013

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder causing inflammation of the small intestine due to a reaction to the gluten in various grains such as wheat. Sufferers typically experience bloating, nausea and diarrhea and have to avoid all foods containing gluten to enable their intestinal lining to regenerate.

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