Myth: Even if you don’t have celiac disease, there’s a good chance you could have gluten sensitivity.
Truth: Research suggests that almost one in a hundred Americans — 3 million — may be affected by celiac disease. Of these, only 17% are diagnosed, which means 2.5 million Americans might be living with undiagnosed CD. For these people, gluten and related proteins cause a dangerous autoimmune reaction. The symptoms range widely, from acute gastrointestinal pain and skin rashes to increased risk for certain cancers, infertility, and neurological disorders.