Dec4
India Celiac Day
Mark 4 December as India Celiac Day and 4–10 December as India Celiac Week.
Beat Celiac CampaignA non-profit organisation · founded in May 2006
1 in 100 Indians are estimated to have celiac disease. More than 90% remain undiagnosed.
The Celiac Society of India, the first of its kind, is a non-profit organisation with a mission to create awareness of the early diagnosis and management of celiac disease.
- Indians are estimated to have celiac disease
- 1 in 100
- of people with celiac disease remain undiagnosed
- >90%
- average time from symptoms to diagnosis
- 12–15 yrs
- close family members may also have celiac disease
- 1 in 10
Where to start
How can we help you?
I think I may have celiac disease
I, or my child, have been diagnosed
I am a doctor or health professional
I want to support the Society
Health information
Clear answers about celiac disease
- What is celiac disease?A lifelong autoimmune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine.
- SymptomsOnly half of patients have diarrhoea. Fatigue, anaemia and ulcers are common too.
- Testing & diagnosistTG-IgA blood tests, biopsy — and why you shouldn’t go gluten-free first.
- Wheat-related disordersCeliac disease, NCWS, wheat allergy, DH and adverse reactions to wheat.
- Living gluten-freeHidden gluten in Indian food, label red flags and eating the rainbow.
- Gluten mythsDoes rice have gluten? Is gluten-free healthier? 17 myths, busted.
Celiac Disease
Symptoms of Celiac Disease
Symptoms vary with age, the severity of bowel damage and how much nutrient absorption has been affected.
Typical symptoms
- Diarrhoea
- Gastrointestinal disturbances (abdominal bloating, flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation, nausea, vomiting)
- Growth problems (stunting)
- Anaemia
Not everyone exhibits these. In fact, only 50 per cent of the cases may suffer from diarrhoea.
Other symptoms
- Weight loss
- Lethargy
- Tiredness
- Bone problems (osteoporosis and cramps)
- Skin problems (dermatitis herpetiformis)
- Infertility
- Mouth ulcers
- Numbness
- Behavioural problems (depression, anxiety, irritability and poor school performance)
Ms. Ishi Khosla
Founder & President
Clinical Nutritionist, Columnist, Author, Entrepreneur & Researcher
“No one who has wheat sensitivity remains undiagnosed or untreated.”
About us
About the Celiac Society
Founded in May 2006 by senior clinical nutritionist Ishi Khosla, under the patronage of the late Prof. M. K. Bhan of AIIMS, the Celiac Society of India brings together eminent experts from medicine, nutrition, education and the food industry.
Guided by 55+ experts — doctors, nutritionists & volunteers
Beat Celiac Campaign: a four-point plan for a gluten-aware India
- 01AwarenessEducating the public, doctors, restaurants and food makers — and marking 4 December as India Celiac Day.
- 02AdvocacyWorking with FSSAI, WHO and UNICEF for better gluten labelling and food policy.
- 03ResearchIndia-focused research on prevalence, early intervention and gluten-free grains we can grow.
- 04Detection & careCheaper community testing, family support groups and financial help for those in need.
Events & campaigns
India Celiac Day and ISWD 2019
ISWD 2019 · New Delhi
Beyond Celiac & Beyond the Gut
Our International Symposium on Wheat-Related Disorders brought global experts — including Dr. Alessio Fasano, Dr. Tom O’Bryan and Dr. Mark Hyman — to New Delhi, with leaders from FSSAI and NITI Aayog in attendance.
Attendees 950+ · Experts 50+ · Patients & kin 250+
About ISWD 2019Resources
Webinars and newsletters
Free webinars with leading experts. Wheat Views & Grain Matters: fourteen issues of research, recipes and stories from the community — free to read.
Recent webinars
Wheat-Related Disorders & the Heart (opens YouTube)JMitra Scientific Seminar 33 · May 2023 · Dr. Tom O'Bryan
Wheat-Related Disorders and Autism (opens YouTube)JMitra Scientific Seminar 32 · Apr 2023 · Dr. Tom O'Bryan
Wheat-Related Disorders and Liver Disease (opens YouTube)JMitra Scientific Seminar 30 · Mar 2023 · Dr. Tom O'Bryan
Wheat-Related Disorders & Mental Health (opens YouTube)JMitra Scientific Seminar 28 · Nov 2022 · Dr. Tom O'Bryan
Recipes
Gluten-free Indian recipes
Indian favourites — rotis, kebabs and bakes — made safely without wheat.
Kebabs & Patties
Chicken Burger Patty
Juicy, herby chicken patties bound with egg instead of breadcrumbs — serve in a gluten-free bun or as a lettuce wrap.
Non-vegetarian
Rotis
Dal Fibre Roti
A soft, high-fibre gluten-free roti made with rice flour and moong chilka dal, spiced with ajwain and cumin.
Vegetarian 25 min
Kebabs & Patties
Chicken Kebabs
Fragrant, spice-packed chicken kebabs bound with potato — the mix doubles as freezer-friendly koftas.
Non-vegetarian
Associates and partners
Membership and donations
Become a member
Join a community of families, doctors and nutritionists. Members get 15% off blood tests at Dr Dang’s Lab and partner labs, event discounts and the latest research.
From ₹1,000 / year
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