Indian task force for celiac disease: Current status

Table 1 Key elements in the management of celiac disease (CD)

Consultation with a skilled dietitian

Education about the disease

Lifelong adherence to a gluten-free diet

Identification and treatment of nutritional deficiencies

Access to a support group

Continuous long-term follow-up by a multidisciplinary team

Table 2 Factors to improve compliance

Learning about CD

Identify gluten-containing products

Improved self-management

Trust in physicians and dietitians

Proactive follow-up measures

Understanding the risk factors and serious complications

Ability to reinforce positive changes internally

Positive coping skills

Participation in a support groups