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 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.
Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University, New York, NY 10032, USA. Sms2246@columbia.edu
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Tricia
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D002446:Celiac Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000178:diet therapy; D055050:Diet, Gluten-Free / Q000379:methods; D005515:Food Labeling; D006801:Humans; D015596:Nutrition Assessment; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010353:Patient Education as Topic