subject: The Basics of Celiac Disease [print this page] We should be very careful with what we eatWe should be very careful with what we eat. Food is one source of acquiring diseases that might lead to a more serious medical condition. There are more common diseases that result from too much intake of unhealthy foods such as Diabetes and cancer. At some point, these terms are quite alarming through will be discussing a different disease as we go along.
Are you familiar with the celiac disease? Celiac disease is a medical condition characterized to be a disorder in the digestive system of a person that might lead to more serious conditions including the damage on the lining within the small intestines. This is mainly caused by too much gluten intake of the body.
Gluten is a substance found in some grains. It is a source of protein. If there is too much content of gluten within the intestine, the body will have difficulties absorbing calcium, iron, fats, folate and other nutrients.
What causes the Celiac-Disease-Symptoms ? Our immune system is mainly to protect us from foreign invaders that might be harmful for our body. If the person eats gluten-rich foods, the body automatically produces antibodies to fight gluten and eventually targets the lining of the small intestine. This results to inflammation of the intestinal lining and causes 'villi' damage.
"Villi" is a term used to describe the hairy feature within the intestines and is responsible for nutrient absorption. If 'villi' is damaged, the body cannot absorb energy from the food anymore and even if that person eats to death, he/she will remain malnourished since the body can no longer get energy from the food he/she eats.
What are the common symptoms of the Celiac disease? Digestive problem is one of the major symptoms. It might be characterized by abdominal bloating, weight loss, pale stool, and gas pain and diarrhea.
Another common symptom is severe rashes in the skin and in other parts of the body. This might also lea to iron deficiency and anemia or low count of blood. Problem with growth and development is also to be considered.
Other minor symptoms include irregular menstrual periods, ulcers, and sensations and numbness of legs as well as tingling of the leg muscles.If there will be too much gluten in the intestine and the body will continuously produce antibodies to fight with it, it will cause the intestinal lining to be thinner and thinner until it eventually leads to more serious illness and intestinal problems.
It is also pointed out that untreated Celiac-Disease-Symptoms , over time, might lead to cancer within the intestines, or other digestive parts. These things are just examples of bigger complication rooted from simple disorder.
We have to arm ourselves with the precautions and other safety reminders to make sure that before we develop the disorder, we have found a solution. The basic cure to this disorder to be keen and vigilant with the food we eat. We have to check whether the food have gluten content or not. If it has one, refrain from eating it. Eat fresh foods instead like vegetables and fruits. These types of foods will lead you towards a healthy life that is gluten-free.
