How Gluten Damages the Small Intestine Gluten triggers an immune reaction in people with celiac disease, leading to damage of the small intestine. This damage, known as villous atrophy and crypt hyperplasia, changes how the gut absorbs nutrients. Understanding these processes helps explain common symptoms and why a strict gluten-free diet is essential for healing. A clear, patient-friendly look at how gluten triggers immune responses… https://gluto.ai/education/celiac-disease/foundations-how-gluten-damages-intestine
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