27/05/2026
Coeliac disease isn’t a gluten intolerance — it’s a serious autoimmune disease.
When someone with coeliac disease eats gluten, the immune system produces autoantibodies that attack the small intestine, causing inflammation, villous damage, and long‑term issues with nutrient absorption.
Because it’s autoimmune, symptoms can appear far beyond the gut: persistent fatigue, iron‑deficiency anaemia, skin issues, neurological symptoms, and even hair shedding or slow regrowth due to poor nutrient uptake.
Awareness matters.
Coeliac disease is common, but many people remain undiagnosed for years because symptoms are subtle or mistaken for IBS, stress, or food sensitivities. Recognising the signs early leads to proper testing, diagnosis, and the lifelong gluten‑free diet needed to stop immune activation and protect long‑term health.
Raising awareness helps people get answers sooner — and start healing sooner.