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Advocacy Spotlight: The Power of Youth Advocates
“By sharing your experience authentically, you can help others recognize why change is needed.” – Aadya S. The Celiac Disease Foundation relies on the celiac disease community to use their…
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1 in 100
Number of people worldwide affected by celiac disease
50%
Diagnosed patients who still report symptoms while on gluten-free diet
1 in 10
Related family members who also have celiac disease
2x/4x
Increased risk of coronary artery disease/small bowel cancers
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The Celiac Disease Foundation relies on voices from the celiac disease community to help push for better policies and outcomes. The voices of young people with celiac disease can be especially powerful, like youth advocate, Aadya S.
From winning an essay contest to attending our Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C., Aadya has used her lived experience to advocate for policies that will improve the lives of those with celiac disease. Thank you, Aadya, for your continued advocacy!
Read more at celiac.org
#CeliacDisease #YouthAdvocacy
This National S`mores Day, get your fix of melty chocolate and perfectly toasted marshmallow sandwiched between Proud Sponsor Crunchmaster crackers for that signature crunch with a twist—banana! 🍌
Get the recipe on https://eat-gluten-free.celiac.org/
#GlutenFree #Smores
Get back-to-school-ready with Celiac Disease Foundation resources!
From kindergarten through college, students with celiac disease deserve learning environments that understand and support their needs. The Celiac Disease Foundation provides comprehensive resources for students, their families, educators, and food service professionals—so every student with celiac disease has the resources they need to succeed at school!
#BacktoSchool #GlutenFree #Celiac
Did you know that 10% of people newly diagnosed with celiac disease have low iron levels due to decreased nutrient absorption?
Dietitian Anne Lee covers the connection between celiac disease and iron deficiency anemia, plus lots of great ingredients to add to your diet to boost your iron levels!
Check out the 3 minute read on eat-gluten-free.celiac.org
#GlutenFree #GlutenFreeRecipes #CeliacDisease
Do you have “tummy issues” after working out?
When you have celiac disease, you’re on alert for accidental gluten exposure, but sometimes other things can mimic gluten-exposure symptoms.
The problem could be one of these 6 things ...
"You shouldn`t have to play detective just to find a safe meal. Clear, honest food labeling empowers consumers, protects public health, and gives families greater peace of mind. That`s exactly what the Celiac Safety Act is designed to do." - Congressman Emanuel Cleaver
Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congressman Emanuel Cleaver (MO) and Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN), the Celiac Safety Act would classify gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, and their crossbred hybrids) as major food allergens, requiring clear labeling on all food products that contain them, and improving the lives of the celiac disease community.
Urge your Representative to cosponsor this bill at the link in bio:
https://celiac.org/celiacsafetyact/
#CeliacSafetyAct
When dining out with celiac disease, what do you tell waitstaff?
Dining out with celiac disease can feel impossible, but sharing what’s worked for you could help others feel less alone. Like these 3 tips to help bring the fun back to eating out.
Share yours in the comments!
#GlutenFree #CeliacDisease
What`s your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe? Don`t gate keep! Drop your recommendations in the comments so everybody can enjoy the gluten-free goodness!
#GlutenFree #ChocolateChipCookies
