Gluten Free RN13 Jan 2017

Signs and Symptoms of Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance in Children EP006

In this episode of 'Gluten Free RN,' Nadine discusses common signs and symptoms of gluten intolerance in children as well as the importance of identifying celiac disease early to allow for the growth and development of body and brain.

Nadine employs anecdotes about her own clients at the Gluten Free RN office to illustrate the myriad of ways that gluten can affect the health and development of undiagnosed kids.

This episode explains the GI problems, developmental delays, autoimmune disorders and neurological issues that children with gluten intolerance face as long as they remain undiagnosed. Click and listen to recognize the warning signs!

What's Discussed:

The common dismissal of celiac symptoms in children

The profound impact of gluten intolerance on fetal development and maternal health

It typically takes 9-15 years for a person to be diagnosed correctly

Signs and symptoms of celiac disease and gluten intolerance in children

Failure to thrive

Low birthweight
Short stature, stunted growth and delayed development
Lactose intolerance
Abdominal pain and vomiting
Focus and retention issues (ADD, ADHD, ODD)
Autism
Psychiatric issues
Delayed puberty
Listen for the full list

Katie's story

After suffering from chronic constipation, her colon was removed – but her health did not improve until she learned about celiac disease and changed her diet
Because her growth was stunted as a result of malnourishment, Katie only grew to 5'3" despite having a size 10 foot

Why vitamins, minerals and supplements don't help children with celiac disease or gluten intolerance

Why undiagnosed celiac disease patients suffer from focus issues and psychiatric disorders

Inflammation of the brain causes hypoxia
Low oxygen flow results in 'brain fog'

Sam's story

At 17, she was overweight and suffering from abdominal pain
She was still wetting the bed and had yet to get her period
After receiving a celiac diagnosis and adopting a gluten-free diet, Sam lost 100 pounds and has gone on to have two healthy children

The importance of testing the entire family for celiac disease once one member has received a diagnosis

The high percentage of celiac patients who are asymptomatic

Roughly 50% of people diagnosed with celiac disease would say they have no symptoms

The increased chances of developing autoimmune disorders when children with celiac disease go undiagnosed

The enormous genetic overlap between celiac disease and Type 1 diabetes

Why parents should be tested for celiac disease prior to a pregnancy

Undiagnosed expectant mothers are at an increased risk of miscarriage, complications and delivering babies with low birthweight and neural defects

How to navigate birthday parties, camps, school events, etc.

Proper planning and communication make it easy

Resources Mentioned:

How Doctors Think by Jerone Groopman

University of Chicago Medicine Celiac Disease Center Website

EnteroLab Celiac Testing Resources

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Books by Nadine:

Dough Nation: A Nurse's Memoir of Celiac Disease from Missed Diagnosis to Food and Health Activism

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