Please provide some do's and don'ts on lilving with celiac disease.

Ignore: Diet plays a big role, identify your dietary friends and foes. Remember, one size does not fit all.

Ignore: Eat something before you go to a party in case they don't have gluten-free options. Or bring your own.

Do: Do assume there is gluten contamination anytime you eat out anywhere that also has gluten items.

If: If eating out, call the restaurant ahead of time to ensure that they have gluten-free options.

If: If you have celiac disease, avoid eating foods containing gluten.

Ignore: Gluten-free diet should improve symptoms within a week. If not, reconsider another GI office visit.

Ignore: Do avoid wheat. Do let your doctor know if the diarrhea does not get better.

Ignore: Avoid every source of gluten, do not attempt to just have less.

Ignore: A blood test can be used for diagnosis, as well as a genetic test, since celiac is strongly genetic.

Be: Be strict with your diet and avoid all gluten. Get creative and explore new and exciting foods.