coeliac

British  

/ ˈsiːlɪˌæk /

adjective

1. of or relating to the abdomen

2. a person who suffers from coeliac disease

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Etymology

Origin of coeliac

C17: from Latin coeliacus, from Greek koiliakos, from koilia belly

Example Sentences

But that all changed in 2024 when she received a "game-changing diagnosis" of coeliac disease, an autoimmune condition whereby consuming gluten causes the body's immune system to attack internal organs, including the small intestine.

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It was also thought that she had coeliac disease, which made her feel exhausted.

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Those with coeliac disease cannot eat gluten as their immune system attacks their own tissues and their body cannot properly take in nutrients.

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As well as continuing helping them through my recipes, I want to keep raising awareness for the gluten-free and coeliac community beyond that.

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A coeliac disease sufferer from Leicestershire has said the decision to stop gluten-free food prescriptions is "another kick in the teeth" for people with the condition.

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