What Is Celiac Disease and How Do I
Know if I Have It?

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder with symptoms that are triggered by eating gluten — the protein content in wheat, barley and rye.

The classic and most noticeable symptoms of celiac disease are gastrointestinal: bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea, sometimes with smelly stools.

A gluten-free diet is typically recommended for sufferers in which starch is derived from rice, corn, and potatoes.