Random Facts About Celiac And Gluten Day 2

Here are a few more random facts for you.

1.  Over 90% of people with Celiac are undiagnosed or
misdiagnosed. 

2.  About half of all people with Celiac do not show
any symptoms.  However the damage is still being done
by gluten.

3.  September 13th is Celiac awareness day.

4.  Even a tiny bread crumb can cause a reaction to
someone with Celiac disease.  This is why I stress
cross contamination is important.

5.  Once you have it, it is lifelong.

6.  Some products, like lip balm, toothpaste, and vitamins,
use gluten for processing but it is not food , and does not
need to be labeled.

Having Celiac disease is a daily fight.  You just need to
always be prepared, and read all labels for hidden gluten.