Coeliac Disease

Coeliac Disease

Definition: Coeliac Disease

Coeliac Disease: Coeliac disease /si:liak di:zi:z/ noun a disease of the small intestine resulting from an inability to digest wheat protein (NOTE: The protein gluten causes the body’s own immune system to attack and damage the gut lining). Awareness of coeliac disease is essential for farmers producing gluten-free products.

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