The word
"celiac" refers to a medical condition called
celiac disease. It means that a person's body cannot tolerate gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When someone with
celiac disease eats gluten, it can damage their small intestine and cause various symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea, and digestive problems. To stay healthy, people with
celiac disease need to follow a strict gluten-free diet.
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