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Hi everyone

I am really new to the celiac world and thankfully found a great deal of
information from this list as well as from my local celiac group.  I have a
question though that I am hoping some of you can help with.  I am having
difficulty explaining to family and friends exactly what this disease is and
why it is necessary to be so careful and strict with the diet.  I find it
hard to explain why I have to do this for life and why even small amounts can
be harmful.  Could anyone help me with this?

TIA
Jennifer Morgan
Calgary Alberta

PS: any other advice for a newcomer would also be greatly appreciated