Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that makes you unable to tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It’s estimated to affect about 1% of the population and can affect anyone.

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Celiac disease is an autoimmune ...

Celiac disease is a chronic, immune-mediated, systemic disorder caused by intolerance to gluten — a protein present in rye, barley, and wheat grains — that affects genetically predisposed individuals.

Refractory celiac disease is a type of celiac disease that is unresponsive to at least 12 months of a strict gluten-free diet. Share on Pinterest d3sign/Getty Images Celiac disease is a common ...

If you’ve ever felt bloated or fatigued after eating a slice of pizza or a toasted bagel, it could be more than indigestion alone. Celiac disease is an underdiagnosed and serious chronic condition ...