Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder caused by gluten in sensitive individuals. Nutritional deficiencies caused by intestinal malabsorption are common and include:

• calcium
• fatty acids
• folic acid
• iron
• magnesium
• vitamin D
• vitamin K

These nutritional deficiencies may also increase the risk of cataract development.  A study in the May 2011 American Journal Of Epidemology showed those with celiac disease are at an increased risk of developing cataract.

By Dr. Cook, O.D.

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Tags: Cataract, celiac disease

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