Celiac Isn’t Just a ‘White Person Disease’ — The Diagnosis Gap No One Talks About

In honor of Celiac Disease Awareness Month, this episode of Celiac Diaries dives into a conversation that isn’t talked about enough. I’m joined by Liz Purvis (@yeetthatwheat) to unpack a major misconception: celiac disease is often seen as a “white person disease” — but that perception may be contributing to people being misdiagnosed. Liz shares her non-traditional diagnosis story, including: -Having symptoms her entire life without answers -Being misdiagnosed for years -Navigating multiple conditions like IBS, PCOS, GERD, and functional dyspepsia -Dealing with nutrient deficiencies and chronic gut issues We also talk about the bigger picture: -How bias and gaps in the healthcare system can impact celiac diagnosis -Why underrepresented groups may be overlooked in testing -The emotional toll of not being believed by doctors -How to advocate for yourself when something feels off Plus, we get into: -“Anxious stomach” and mental health -Living with multiple diagnoses -Thoughts on gluten sensors -Liz’s advocacy work, Meta campaign, and behind-the-scenes of a gluten-free documentary If you’ve ever felt dismissed in your health journey — or want to better understand the realities of celiac disease beyond the stereotypes — this episode is for you. 🎙️ New episodes every month on Celiac Diaries News of the Week: A study found that Black patients with biopsy-confirmed celiac disease are significantly more likely to have negative blood tests — meaning the usual first screening tool (the TTG-IgA test) may not flag their condition even when they truly have it. ⁠https://celiac.org/2024/02/15/whats-n... 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of Celiac Diaries for real conversations on living gluten-free, navigating autoimmune disease, and becoming your healthiest, happiest self. ⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries grow Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛 Connect with me: Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiaries.co Lucia's Instagram: @luciainnyc Connect with Liz: @yeetthatwheat Music music provided by epidemic sound. Disclaimer I’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health. Tags: celiac disease, celiac disease awareness month, celiac awareness month, gluten free podcast, celiac diaries, yeet that wheat, liz purvis, celiac diagnosis, celiac symptoms, gluten free lifestyle, autoimmune disease, living gluten free, celiac disease story, misdiagnosed celiac disease, IBS and celiac, PCOS and celiac, GERD and celiac, gut health, gluten intolerance, TTG IgA test, celiac testing, celiac advocacy, chronic illness podcast, invisible illness, gluten free community, autoimmune health, digestive health, celiac support, gluten free living, health advocacy, gluten free creator, mental health and gut health, celiac documentary, Black celiac disease, healthcare bias, chronic gut issues