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Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is a digestive condition triggered by consumption of the protein gluten, which primarily is found in bread, pasta, cookies, pizza crust and many other foods containing wheat, barley or rye.

Hometown Health Blog

All about food allergies

Life at the dinner table looks different for people with food allergies, which often is confused with food intolerance. Understand the differences to help manage your meal planning.

Kjersten Nett LD By Kjersten Nett June 29, 2022

Gluten-free: What does that mean?

A gluten-free diet helps manage symptoms of celiac disease and other medical conditions associated with gluten. Find out how it can affect your overall nutritional needs.

Kjersten Nett LD By Kjersten Nett May 6, 2022

Trust your gut: What you need to know about digestive health

Watch a webinar in which two gastroenterologists discuss the digestive tract, what your gut might be saying, self-care options for common concerns and when to see a health care provider.

August 26, 2021

All in the family: Working together to help young girl heal from celiac disease

For most of her young life, 3-year-old Hazel Sargent had tummy troubles. She frequently was constipated and never a big eater. Then one day last spring, she woke up from a nap and was lethargic.

October 30, 2017