Living Well with Coeliac Disease: What You Need to Know

Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition affecting around 1 in 70 Australians, yet nearly 80% remain undiagnosed. When someone with coeliac disease consumes gluten — a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and oats — their immune system attacks the small intestine, causing damage that affects nutrient absorption.

Symptoms vary widely and can include bloating, diarrhoea, fatigue, anaemia, and brain fog. Some people experience no gut symptoms at all, making diagnosis tricky.

The good news? A strict gluten-free diet allows the intestine to heal and symptoms to resolve. But navigating a gluten-free lifestyle takes more than swapping your bread — it requires understanding hidden sources of gluten, preventing cross-contamination, and ensuring your diet remains nutritionally complete.

At Live Better Nutrition, our dietitians provide personalised, evidence-based support to help you thrive with coeliac disease — not just survive it. Our Principal Dietitian has been living with Coeliac Disease for more than 25 years, and has shared her tips and tricks with our team - and they are ready to share them with you.

Ready to take control of your health? Book an appointment today.