Sentences with phrase «about damage to the intestines»

Not exact matches

While only about one half of 1 percent of Americans actually suffer from celiac disease — which involves damage to the intestines that has been related to gluten — the number of people who are following gluten - free diets far outstrips that number, perhaps out of a public belief that a gluten - free diet is generally healthier, according to a 2016 study published by the American Medical Association.

If you have celiac disease, Holly Strawbridge from Harvard Health explains exposure to just 50 milligrams of gluten (about the amount in one small crouton) can cause a trouble in your gut, damage the lining of the small intestine and produce «gluten allergy symptoms» such as:

According to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, about three million Americans have celiac disease — an autoimmune disorder that damages the intestines and prevents nutrient absorption when gluten is consumed.

I see everywhere people warn about damage to the gut flora if taking such oils, but wouldn't the liquid if taken in water just be absorbed in the small intestine long before reaching the colon?