“Food allergy is the most common problem in children and in atopic persons. Food allergy is a significant problem in the adult population with an estimated prevalence of 2%. In children under 3 years of age, 8% were found to have an allergy confirmed by…Read more
Introduction Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease. It is a complex immune-mediated disorder in which the immune causes damage to the small bowel (small intestine) when affected people consume gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and other grains. Exposure to gluten…Read more
What Is Gluten? Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and other grains. It is commonly found in bread and pasta. It is referred to as naturally occurring “glue” when it is mixed with water. Gluten has the ability to help foods maintain…Read more
