Description
Celiac disease is an autoimmune digestive disease that interferes with the absorption of nutrients from food. There is no known cure. This book -intended for celiac patients (new and previously diagnosed), parents of children with celiac disease, and spouses/partners of those with the disease – will empower and enable celiac disease patients to live happy, productive lives. The book will be an authoritative work, grounded in science and the clinical experience of the world’s-leading celiac disease expert. This book, written in an engaging, entertaining style, will be the bible of celiac/gluten-free books. It will focus on guiding the consumer through the process of creating and maintaining a gluten-free lifestyle. Included are sections that allow the reader to quick start their new lifestyle as well as selected gluten-free recipes to replace your favourite gluten laden foods. In addition to core information and background on the disease, the book will cover such practical, real-life issues as: – How to know if you really have celiac disease. – Dealing with celiac disease if you are newly diagnosed – Helping your child manage a gluten-free diet – Going gluten-free while travelling – How to handle a gluten-free diet while at college – Determining if gluten-free is for you even if you don’t have celiac
