A child of European descent is diagnosed with celiac disease. What food should the parents be instructed to remove from their child's diet?
A) Whole wheat bread
B) Dairy products
C) Fresh vegetables
D) Red meat
A
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The most common malabsorption syndrome in children of European descent is celiac disease, a chronic intestinal disorder. Children with celiac disease have an intolerance of the protein gluten found in wheat, oats, barley, and rye. When children with celiac disease eat foods containing glutens, the small intestine gradually becomes less able to absorb food through the intestinal villi into the bloodstream.
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