How is gluten sensitivity diagnosed?

One way to diagnose gluten sensitivity is a blood test that checks for reactions to gliadin; another is to do an elimination diet. Watch as functional medicine specialist Amy Myers, MD, explains some methods to test for gluten sensitivity.

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Up Next

  • What is gluten sensitivity?

  • What is the difference between gluten sensitivity and celiac disease?

  • Can people who are gluten sensitive eat gluten?

  • What can I do if I suspect I have a food allergy or sensitivity?

  • Should I avoid foods that contain gluten if I don't have celiac disease?

  • Who can benefit from a gluten-free diet?

  • How can a food sensitivity to corn mimic gluten sensitivity in the body?

  • How do I know if food is gluten-free?

  • What are the benefits of a gluten-free diet?

  • What can I substitute for corn if I have a sensitivity?

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