Updated 2nd October 2024 April is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) awareness month, so I thought it would be a perfect time to share this post with you. IBS affects many people, but unfortunately it’s a common misdiagnosis for people later diagnosed with coeliac disease. One in four people diagnosed with coeliac disease have previously been […]
Tag Archives: Coeliac disease
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Sep
Sep
I remember when I was first diagnosed with coeliac disease having a good sort out in our kitchen. I went through all the cupboards (and fridge and freezer) checking for any food items that contained gluten and bagging up the things which I knew Neil wouldn’t eat, along with all the other bits and bobs […]
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Jun
Jun
I’m delighted to share with you, a recent trip to Edinburgh to celebrate my big 50!! And of course to pass on some great places that offered fabulous gluten free food whilst we were there!
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May
May
I know if you’ve only recently been diagnosed with coeliac disease, you may be feeling a little daunted right now. It’s totally understandable, but it’s going to be OK. Don’t be hard on yourself and expect to know everything, it’s impossible. I’m still learning 21 years down the line. Taking ‘baby steps’ and being a […]
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Apr
Apr
Updated 15th April 2024 Whilst in the past, there was much confusion about whether or not it was safe for somebody with coeliac disease to consume malt vinegar and barley malt, I can confirm, that the current advice is that malt vinegar and barley malt is NOT safe to include within a gluten free diet. […]
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Apr
Apr
updated 2nd October 2024 Coeliac disease is a lifelong autoimmune condition caused by a reaction to ingesting gluten. If you have coeliac disease, eating gluten will cause damage to the small intestine, making it difficult for the body to absorb the nutrients it needs. It’s estimated that 1 in 100 people in the UK have […]
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Apr
Apr
With any medical condition, there is always a common interest as to when and how it was first discovered and in particular the symptoms that may accompany the condition. coeliac disease is no exception, so thought it would be good to share with you my diagnosis story! In 2003 I went to see my GP […]