Back-to-School and 504 Plan Guide | Celiac Disease Foundation (2024)

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Gluten-free foods

Many foods, such as meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, rice, and potatoes, without additives or some seasonings, are naturally gluten-free. Flour made from gluten-free foods, such as potatoes, rice, corn, soy, nuts, cassava, amaranth, quinoa, buckwheat, or beans are safe to eat.

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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 promises equal opportunity for Americans with disabilities. It guarantees accommodations in federally-funded programs and services. You can file a 504 Plan in public schools to arrange accommodations for your child with celiac disease.

If you have Celiac disease, you can eat bananas. But it's following a gluten-free diet that's going to protect your health and prevent gastrointestinal issues and potentially serious health problems.

Are All Eggs Gluten Free? Real eggs, no matter their grade, size or color, are naturally gluten free. Whether the egg comes from a chicken, duck, or another bird doesn't make a difference. Even egg products like liquid egg whites are often gluten free, though it's a good idea to check the label to be sure.

Silent celiac disease is also sometimes referred to as asymptomatic celiac disease due to a lack of typical symptoms, such as diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, or other digestive issues.

Celiac disease is caused by specific genes, eating gluten, and possibly by some other triggers such as childbirth, surgery, stress, or other autoimmune disorders. However, medical science is still working to understand the roles of these potential causal factors.

If symptoms of your celiac disease or gluten sensitive enteropathy (GSE) are severe enough, you may qualify for SSDI or SSI benefits.

If you or one of your dependents has celiac disease and you itemize your deductions, the extra costs due to gluten-free dietary restrictions may be taken as a medical expense.

Can you get SSI for celiac disease? ›

In order to receive SSI or SSDI for celiac disease, you must be unable to work for a year or longer as a result of your condition. Very few people meet this requirement because the symptoms of celiac disease go away when the patient gives up gluten-rich foods.

Beer, lagers, stouts and ales contain varying amounts of gluten and are not suitable for a gluten free diet, but gluten free options are available. There are two types of gluten free beer – naturally gluten free and gluten removed.

Pizza crust is also one of the most common places to find gluten. Fortunately, gluten-free pizza crust can help you enjoy a delicious, fresh pizza without consuming any gluten. Gluten-free pizza is made without wheat flour and is safe for gluten-free individuals to consume.

You can still eat a well-balanced diet with many different foods, including meat, fish, rice, fruits, and vegetables, along with prepared foods that are marked gluten-free. Gluten-free bread, pasta, and other products have long been available at organic food stores and other specialty food shops.

Foods to Avoid With Celiac Disease

Key sources of gluten include wheat (including varieties like spelt, kamut, farro, and durum), barley, rye, and triticale. This means that many common foods such as bread, pasta, cereals, baked goods, and beer must be avoided unless labeled gluten-free.