The Gluten-Free Diet for Celiac Disease

A gluten-free diet (GFD) is the only treatment of celiac disease (CeD). A GFD is free from any food or substance with wheat, rye, and barley. CeD can be associated with micronutrient deficiencies including iron, folate, vitamin B12, vitamin D, zinc, and copper. Foods that are high in fat, added sugars, total calories are more often consumed, increasing the risk of obesity and a poor microbiome. There are psycho-social demands of a GFD including emotional burden, anxiety, social isolation, and relationship strain. People with CeD on a GFD should be monitored for nutrient deficiencies, other comorbidities, and overall quality of life.