Coeliac disease: 10 key facts

It’s Coeliac Awareness Week 2017… here are some things to know about this diet-related disease 1. Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder occurring in genetically susceptible individuals, resulting in an abnormal immune response to dietary gluten. 2. Gluten is a protein found in wheat (including spelt), rye, barley, and oats. 3. 1 in 70 Australians