Celiac.com 01/04/2020 - My interest in quality of life and celiac disease originated 4 years ago, beginning with my own diagnosis of celiac disease. I was relieved to finally have an accurate diagnosis after almost 15 years of misdiagnosis by an internist. He was convinced that my lack of energy was due to depression, but another physician, who suspected celiac disease, ran some tests and found that my lack of energy was due to limited absorption of nutrients.
My psychological and subsequent physical relief over the diagnosis soon turned to frustration. I realized that I needed to adhere to a strict gluten-free diet. To my dismay, I found that many products contained gluten since it is an inexpensive binding agent. I also found it was necessary to be cautious about a variety of food...

Celiac.com 06/07/2021 - Numerous adults with celiac disease experience social anxiety, which detracts from their quality of life, eating patterns and ability to socialize and date.
In a recent survey, most people with celiac disease said that it had a major or moderate negative impact on their dating life. The survey included questions on celiac disease-specific dating attitudes, behaviors and preferences, a social anxiety questionnaire, a celiac disease-specific quality of life instrument and a celiac disease food attitudes and behaviors scale.
Anne R. Lee, EdD, RDN, LD, Jessica Lebovitz, RD, CDN, CNSC, both from the celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, led a team that send an email survey to nearly 14,000 affiliates of the institution. They...

Celiac.com 02/08/2024 - Living with celiac disease often means navigating a complex landscape of symptoms, dietary restrictions, and the quest for an optimal quality of life. 
Understanding Patterns Behind Persistent Celiac Symptoms
Celiac disease is not a one-size-fits-all condition. A subgroup of adults experiences persistent symptoms, both gastrointestinal and extraintestinal, the origins of which are often elusive. A team of researchers recently conducted an observational study to uncover patterns within this diverse symptom landscape and explore their connections to gluten-free diet adherence, mental health, and quality of life.
The research team included Cara Dochat, Niloofar Afari, Rose-Marie Satherley, Shayna Coburn & Julia F. McBeth. They are variously a...

Celiac.com 05/02/2024 - Celiac disease affects millions worldwide, impacting not only physical health, but also the overall quality of life. This autoimmune disorder, triggered by the consumption of gluten-containing foods like wheat, barley, and rye, presents a broad spectrum of symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal issues to atypical and extra-intestinal forms.
Research suggests celiac disease affects 1–2% of people in Western populations, making it a significant public health concern. Despite its commonality, celiac disease often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to its diverse symptomatology.
In recent years the health-related quality of life has become an important issue in this context, and most studies carried out so far have shown diminished quality of life in u...