Building a Strong Foundation: Celiac Disease and Bone Health

The second webinar in our Fall 2023 “Ask the Experts” series took place on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, from 1- 2:15 pm ET. Bone health is a crucial topic for both children and adults with celiac disease, as bone can be adversely affected due to the inflammatory process and malabsorption of key nutrients. Deborah Mitchell, MD, pediatric endocrinologist at Mass General for Children (MGfC), and Julio C. Bai, MD, adult gastroenterologist and Professor Emeritus of Medicine at the Research Institute of Universidad del Salvador in Buenos Aires, addressed the prevalence and types of bone disease in the adult and pediatric celiac populations, testing methods, and treatment options, including lifestyle modifications for bone health. Katarina Mollo, MEd, RDN, LDN, clinical dietitian at the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment at MGfC, discussed the importance of the gluten-free diet and the use of supplements, where appropriate. Chris Rich, CEO and executive director of the National Celiac Association, introduced the webinar, which was moderated by Daniel Leffler, MD, expert celiac gastroenterologist at the Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. A Q&A session followed the presentations. Please note: This is an educational webinar, and no information is intended for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Please seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.