Our son James aged 7 was diagnosed with coeliac disease 6 months ago. Leading up to his diagnosis was a very challenging time. In early 2021 he became more lethargic and pale, irritable, had less of an appetite and looked thin, whilst having a bloated tummy and occasional loose bowels. Because James is also on […]

Coeliac disease is on the increase, but exclusion is still a very real experience for Kiwis living with the condition, according to Coeliac NZ. Due to the serious nature of the autoimmune condition, managing coeliac disease is a significant undertaking with the necessity to avoid cross-contamination of gluten. coeliac disease needs to be managed at […]

Coeliac New Zealand has been made aware that the Mylan brand of 5mg folic acid is now FOLIC ACID VIATRIS after a merger of Pfizer and Mylan.   The formulation has not changed. Folic acid Viatris 5 mg contains maize starch and is therefore suitable for people with coeliac disease. However the alternative dose of 0.8mg Folic […]