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Famous People with Celiac Disease

 
An autoimmune digestive illness which damages the small intestine also known as villi and at the same time blocks the absorption of essential nutrients from the food you take is also known as Celiac disease. 1 out of 133 American has celiac disease.

Are you aware that some of the public figures also suffer from this condition? To inspire how these people overcame this condition, here are the listings of the celebrities that experience celiac disease.

Elisabeth Hasselback

This “The View” co-host has had a year-long fight with this disease. According to research, this illness happens because of the reaction of the body to gluten that is available in rye, wheat and barley. This talk show co-host endured the throbbing digestive condition for many years. According to Elisabeth, whatever type of food she takes, she will soon be suffering diarrhea, awful digestion and cramps simultaneously. Now, she is following a gluten free diet which is the only cure for the illness.

Sussie Essman

This American actress became popular because of her role in Curb Your Enthusiasm show. The comedian and actress Sussie Essman deals with this illness and needs to avoid gluten so as to avoid digestive issues and fatigues. She is also following a gluten free diet at this moment to treat this disease.

Heidi Collins

CNN news anchor Heidi Collins was detected with celiac disease more than six years ago. On the other hand, during her interview, she said that she experienced digestive problems for more than 20 years and she even need to leave big events before time because of this condition. Prior to the diagnosis, Heide was told that her signs were associated to stress, but today, she is living a happy life free from pain as well as nausea caused by Celiac disease through following a gluten free diet.

Keith Olbermann

Former ESPN and Fox broadcaster also deals with Celiac disease. Keith says that gluten is like toxin for his system and those who are suffering from this illness must always be conscious of the risks which surround taking gluten as of the circumstance.

Cedric Benson

Cedric Benson is a member of Cincinnati Bengals and was diagnosed with celiac illness prior to becoming the major ball carrier for Cincinnati Bengals. He has learned to alter his diet and these changes have a huge impact on his whole life from his outer look to his attitude and his performance as well.

Drew Brees

Saints renowned quarter back who threw for more than 5,000 yards in year 2011 is also one of many famous people suffering from celiac disease. This condition affected him badly, but through following a gluten free diet, he retains his energy and does well in the game.

Zooey Deschanel

A New Girl superstar and now endorsing gluten free diets after suffering from celiac disease, Zooey appeared on various cooking shows and showed recipes which she utilizes in her everyday life in order to help her follow her diet.

They are just some of the famous people with Celiac disease.

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