Understanding Gluten Sensitivity and Coeliac Disease

What is Coeliac disease?

• A food allergy

• An autoimmune disease

• A type of cancer

• A bacterial infection

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of non coeliac gluten sensitivity?

• Gut lining damage

• Similar symptoms to coeliac disease

• No antibodies produced

• Symptoms improve on a gluten-free diet

What is the main difference between coeliac disease and non coeliac gluten sensitivity?

• Non coeliac gluten sensitivity produces antibodies

• Coeliac disease is a food allergy

• Non coeliac gluten sensitivity involves gut damage

• Coeliac disease involves the immune system attacking the gut

Which of the following is a condition linked to coeliac disease?

• Migraine

• Hypertension

• Type 1 diabetes

• Asthma

What is the Crossed Grain symbol used for?

• Marking products with gluten

• Indicating gluten-free products

• Showing organic certification

• Identifying vegan products

What is the primary treatment for coeliac disease?

• Antibiotics

• Gluten-free diet

• Surgery

• Immunotherapy

Which of the following grains is safe for someone with coeliac disease?

• Wheat

• Barley

• Rye

• Rice

Which of the following is a common symptom of coeliac disease?

• Joint pain

• Skin rash

• Chronic diarrhea

• Frequent headaches

Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated coeliac disease?

• Osteoporosis

• Heart disease

• Kidney stones

• Asthma