▲Bill and Hillary Clinton's daughter Chelsea Clinton had a gluten-free cake at her lavish nuptials in 2010. She has reportedly suffered from a wheat allergy from a young age.

▲Victoria Beckham reportedly suffers from gluten sensitivity. The singer-turned-designer is an advocate for healthy living and a gluten-free diet, according to the tabloids.

▲'New Girl' actress Zooey Deschanel suffers from celiac disease and often shares her recipes online.

▲According to Probiotics.org, Jessica Simpson is allergic to wheat.

▲According to Free From Heaven, Ginger Spice is also intolerant to gluten.

▲The 'Shameless' star suffers from a wheat allergy, according to Probiotics.org.

▲According to ABC News, actor Billy Bob Thornton is intolerant to gluten and dairy, and allergic to shellfish.

▲The actress is reportedly gluten intolerant. According to Women's Health South Africa, the star has been strictly gluten-free since 2006.

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'Desperate Housewives' star Dana Delany is a celiac. Website Gluten Free Works reports that the star was diagnosed in 2010.

▲Actress Gwyneth Paltrow famously leads a health-conscious lifestyle and gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free diet.

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Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder also known as gluten intolerance. People who are celiac react badly to products that contain gluten.

▲The Mayo Clinic reports that is also possible to experience symptoms that are not necessarily linked to the digestive system, such as anemia, rashes, mouth ulcers, softening of bone density, and damaged dental enamel.

▲Some of the symptoms of celiac disease are fatigue, headaches, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting. Abdominal pains, weight loss, gas, and bloating are also common symptoms of celiac disease.

▲People with arthritis, thyroid problems, type 1 diabetes, Addison's disease, and Microscopic colitis (inflammation of the colon) are reported to be more prone to celiac disease than others.

▲It it also likely that gluten intolerance be passed down through generations. But according to Mayo Clinic, "Celiac disease can affect anyone [as the] precise cause isn't known."

▲Celiac disease can also be triggered by severe emotional stress, during pregnancy, after childbirth, or after a surgery.

▲There is no known cure for celiac disease, other than following a gluten-free diet.

▲If the villi in your intestine do not work properly, your body is not able to get the nutrients it needs to function. The inability for the body to digest gluten results in all kinds of physical pains.

▲The gluten protein can be found in barley, rye, and wheat.

▲If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed for more than two weeks, the Mayo Clinic suggests you visit a doctor.

▲If someone who suffers from celiac disease eats gluten, they damage their intestinal lining. Gluten damages the intestine’s tiny projections called villi, which absorb nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and help with digestion.

▲Also according to Coeliac.org, seeds, nuts, and common plants are safe foods for celiacs to eat.

▲There are oats and then there are gluten-free oats. According to Coeliac.org, "uncontaminated" gluten-free oats are safe for those who are celiac or gluten sensitive.

▲According to Gluten.org, a wheat allergy is like most food allergies in that the body experiences a harsh immune reaction after the intake of an allergen. Rashes, itchiness, nausea, mouth swelling, abdominal pains, and difficulty breathing are among the many symptoms of a wheat allergy attack. The website also explains that those with a wheat allergy are able to eat gluten-containing foods that do not have wheat.

▲Rice, potatoes, quinoa, corn, and polenta are also naturally gluten-free.

▲Couscous, semolina, and bulgur wheat also contain gluten.

▲The tennis champion is reportedly also a celiac. According to Health24, the sportsman has credited his gluten-free diet as a savior to his prior health issues.

▲Symptoms for a child suffering from celiac disease are the same to that of an adult, according to the Mayo Clinic. The organization also states that if not caught in time, celiac disease can impede a child's development and growth.

▲Common foods that contain gluten are bread, pasta, pizza, beer, cake, and cookies. Some sauces, cereals, and noodles also contain gluten.

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Soya products such as tofu, soya milk, soya beans, and soya sauce are also gluten-free foods that are safe for celiacs to enjoy.

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Someone with gluten sensitivity may experience the same symptoms as someone who suffers from celiac disease. The difference is that in people with gluten sensitivity, gluten does not harm the intestines or gut lining.

▲Ever wonder what celiac disease truly is, the types of intolerance and allergies that derive from gluten, and which celebrities suffer from it? Then look no further and click through this gallery. Learn more today about the disease that only 1% of people worldwide actually have.

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13/09/24 por StarsInsider

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Ever wonder what celiac disease truly is, the types of intolerance and allergies that derive from gluten, and which celebrities suffer from it? Then look no further and click through this gallery. Learn more today about the disease that only 1% of people worldwide actually have.