Overview

A compassionate, thorough guide to this increasingly common gluten-related condition Celiac Disease For Dummies is the ultimate reference for living with celiac disease, an autoimmune digestive disorder characterized by a reaction to foods containing gluten. For the newly diagnosed and anyone wanting to learn more about the disease, this book offers jargon-free explanations of symptoms, possible causes, and treatment options. This updated edition covers the latest risk factors, testing, and scientific insights on how celiac disease develops. With the right approach, you can greatly ease symptoms. Discover helpful lifestyle changes and get expert guidance on gluten-free living. This Dummies guide can empower you to address celiac disease head-on and improve your quality of life. Learn the latest on what celiac disease is and how to manage symptoms Heal your intestines, prevent celiac-related cell damage, and live gluten free Compare your treatment options and learn about new drug trials Get helpful information on caring for a child or loved one with celiac disease Celiac Disease For Dummies is a welcome resource for anyone who has or suspects they have this common digestive condition.

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Author:   Benjamin Lebwohl (Columbia University Medical Center New York, NY, USA) ,  Anne Roland Lee ,  Ian Blumer, MD (University of Toronto, Canada) ,  Sheila Crowe (University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA)
Publisher:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:   For Dummies
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 4.30cm , Length: 24.60cm
Weight:   0.499kg
ISBN:  

9781394357895

ISBN 10:   1394357893
Pages:   368
Publication Date:   04 December 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Foreword xvii Introduction 1 Part 1: What Is Celiac Disease, and Why Does It Matter? 5 Chapter 1: Finding Out You Have Celiac Disease 7 Chapter 2: Examining Symptoms of Celiac Disease 21 Chapter 3: Diagnosing Celiac Disease 41 Chapter 4: Spotting the Chameleon: The Multiple Presentations of Celiac Disease 67 Part 2: Dealing with the Diagnosis of Celiac Disease 81 Chapter 5: Celiac Disease and You 83 Chapter 6: Screening for Celiac Disease 107 Chapter 7: Conditions Caused by Celiac Disease 115 Chapter 8: Conditions Associated with Celiac Disease. 135 Chapter 9: Celiac Disease and Cancer. 163 Part 3: Treating Celiac Disease 173 Chapter 10: Treating Celiac Disease with a Gluten- Free Diet 175 Chapter 11: Exploring Other Nutritional Considerations 197 Chapter 12: Figuring Out What Comes Next 211 Part 4: The Long-Term: Living and Thriving with Celiac Disease 227 Chapter 13: Ongoing Care of Celiac Disease 229 Chapter 14: Celiac Disease and Pregnancy, Children, and Beyond 251 Chapter 15: What the Future May Hold 269 Part 5: The Part of Tens 285 Chapter 16: Ten Frequently Asked Questions 287 Chapter 17: Ten Tips for Living Successfully with Celiac Disease 297 Chapter 18: Ten Myths, Misperceptions, and Falsehoods about Celiac Disease 307 Part 6: Appendixes 317 Appendix A: Resources to Supplement the Gluten-Free Diet 319 Appendix B: Resources for Other Nutritional Considerations 323 Appendix C: Resources to Help Navigate the Gluten-Free Diet 327 Appendix D: Organizations for People with Celiac Disease 329 Index 333

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Benjamin Lebwohl, MD, MS, is a gastroenterologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He’s the Director of Clinical Research at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University. Anne Roland Lee, EdD, RD, LD, is a registered dietitian and an Assistant Professor of Nutritional Medicine at Columbia University.

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