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From the National Celiac Disease Foundation
"Celiac Disease (CD) is a lifelong, digestive disorder affecting children and adults. When people with CD eat foods that contain gluten, it creates an immune-mediated toxic reaction that causes damage to the small intestine and does not allow food to be properly absorbed. Even small amounts of gluten in foods can affect those with CD and cause health problems. Damage can occur to the small bowel even when there are no symptoms present.

Gluten is the common name for the proteins in specific grains that are harmful to persons with celiac disease. These proteins are found in ALL forms of wheat (including durum, semolina, spelt, kamut, einkorn and faro) and related grains rye, barley and triticale and MUST be eliminated."
 
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Because there is no medication for Celiac Disease, the only treatment currently available is following a gluten-free diet for life.  This can seem overwhelming at first, but with proper education, support, and time, those with Celiac Disease can learn to effectively manage their condition.
 
Local support is one of the keys to good control of Celiac Disease.  This new support group hopes to provide a sense of community among those with Celiac disease, provide product information, and keep group members updated on the latest in Celiac Disease research.