Nutrition assessment in celiac disease

The gluten-free diet is currently the only treatment for celiac disease, and patients should be monitored closely by a dietitian who is knowledgeable regarding this diet. Evaluation by a dietitian includes a comprehensive assessment of dietary history, with an emphasis on caloric and micronutrient i...

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Published inGastrointestinal endoscopy clinics of North America Vol. 22; no. 4; p. 797
Main Authors Simpson, Suzanne, Thompson, Tricia
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.10.2012
Subjects
Celiac Disease - diagnosis
Celiac Disease - diet therapy
Diet, Gluten-Free - methods
Food Labeling
Humans
Nutrition Assessment
Patient Compliance
Patient Education as Topic
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Summary:The gluten-free diet is currently the only treatment for celiac disease, and patients should be monitored closely by a dietitian who is knowledgeable regarding this diet. Evaluation by a dietitian includes a comprehensive assessment of dietary history, with an emphasis on caloric and micronutrient intake. Patient knowledge of the gluten-free diet is assessed and interpretation of food labels is taught. Identification of micronutrient deficiencies or comorbid gastrointestinal conditions may occur during a comprehensive dietary assessment. In patients with evidence of gluten exposure, a thorough evaluation for cross-contamination is performed.
ISSN:1558-1950
DOI:10.1016/j.giec.2012.07.010