Simple Explanation About Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is referred to as the inability of the body to process gluten. Also called gluten sensitivity enteropathy, celiac disease is characterized by stimulation of the body to produce antibodies to harm or damage the tiny hair-like projections lining the small intestine of the person with this disease upon the ingestion of food containing gluten. This tiny hair-like projection that lines the small intestine is known as the villi. These tiny structures are responsible for nutrient absorption into the blood stream. Consequently, absorption of nutrients to the bloodstream is hindered due to unhealthy villi.