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Guide for people with Coeliac Disease
This resource, developed for Somali, Amharic and Afghan communities, provides practical advice on managing coeliac disease through a strict gluten‑free diet. It explains how gluten can damage the small intestine and outlines safe food choices, including fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, dairy, legumes and gluten‑free grains.
The guide also includes tips on reading food labels, preventing cross‑contamination at home, and choosing safe options when eating out.
- Organisation:
- Refugee Health Network Queensland
- Topic:
- Digestive system, Allergies
- Target audience:
- General, Health practitioners
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- May 2025
- Last reviewed:
- May 2026
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