Celiac Disease and Infertility

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A number of European and two American studies have demonstrated a relationship between celiac disease and infertility. In 188 infertile women, 5.9% of those presenting with unexplained infertility had undiagnosed celiac by antibodies.

Antibodies tested for celiac screening represent only one type of several gliadin peptides, and transglutaminase enzymes (meaning there are many undiagnosed but still wheat-reactive).

If you are struggling with infertility, I strongly recommend elimination of gluten and cross-reactants like dairy and corn.

Even if you are not struggling with infertility, but planning a pregnancy, consider elimination of grains to minimize local and systemic inflammation and sugar imbalance.

Read one of the US studies about the increased incidence of celiac disease and infertility.

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