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NFCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and funding for celiac disease that will advance research, education and screening amongst medical professionals, children and adults.

What's New

A Celiac Pill: Alba Calls for Participants to Test Effectiveness of AT-1001
Do you dream about being able to eat pizza, pasta, cookies, cake and all of your favorite gluten-containing products again? Well, it won't happen soon, but read about the studies underway by Alba Therapeutics to learn how a pharmaceutical treatment for celiac disease is in sight! Read more!

Watch Alternative Appetites!
The series focuses on helping you cook meals for special dietary needs. Vanessa Maltin will show you how to make gluten-free meals, as well as other adjustments for most food allergies and intolerances.
2 episodes available!

Resources

NFCA Celiac Survival Guide

NFCA, with the help of dedicated volunteers in St. Louis, has put together a celiac survival guide! Download it now!
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Gluten in Medication

Find all of the information you need to know about gluten in medication and dowload a flyer to take to your local pharmacist.
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DC Cooking Spree Recap and Recipes

View chef recipes and the full event recap from the Washington, D.C. Gluten-Free Cooking Spree!     
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Gluten-Free Cooking Spree

Do you love to cook? Do you love to eat delicious gluten-free food? Participate in the NFCA Gluten-Free Cooking Spree and watch your favorite doctors and top chefs compete to make the best gluten-free meals!
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News

LPGA Tour Player Sarah-Jane Kenyon Joins NFCA as Athletes for Awareness Spokeswoman

Learn about managing celiac disease while working as a professional athlete on tour! Tips for finding gluten-free food and raising awareness.
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Speaking of Women's Health on May 3

On Saturday May 3, NFCA will team up with Speaking of Women's Health and Wal-Mart to promote awareness of celiac disease among women.  Join us in 30 states to educate women on restoring their health and reclaiming their lives.
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REGISTER NOW: Pharmaceutical Education Day

Registration is now open for the April 11 Gluten in Medication Education Day for Pharmacists and Pharmaceutical Representatives.
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Visit the Beyond Rice Cakes Blog

Learn to live a happy and health gluten-free lifestyle with both medical and lifestyle tips. Subscribe now!
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National Foundation for Celiac Awareness Merges with The Celiac Site

Joint efforts will increase hospitality industry training on national levelRead More
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Celiac Disease Press Room
Celiac disease resources for members of the media

Beyond Rice Cakes by Vanessa Maltin

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Vote for the Next Big Idea

Martha Stewart is having a contest for the next big idea.  A magazine for food allergies, sensitivities and intolerances is on the top of her list.  Vote for Alexis to make this happen!


A Super Bowl Treat for a Great Game Day!

Chef Mike McHenry shares his recipe for a gluten-free version of a Philly cheesesteak.
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Share Your Story!

Tell us about your journey with celiac disease.
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FDA document regarding food allergens

Check this report for information about food labeling and more.
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