Tag: celiac disease

Celiac Disease, celiac sprue or gluten sensitive enteropathy is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestines. In our bodies, the small intestine is responsible for the absorption of the foods we eat. When someone with Celiac Disease ingests foods that contain gluten, the body produces antibodies that attack the small intestines and in particularly the villi. Without healthy villi, the body is unable to absorb the proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals we need which can lead to malnutrition and/or secondary health concerns.