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- 7th March 2025
- 2 min read
This is a presentation shouldn't miss. In this recorded talk, Professor Detlef Schuppan explores cutting-edge pharmacological therapies for coeliac disease, offering a comprehensive overview of novel treatment approaches that could transform disease management for those who continue to suffer despite dietary restrictions.
- 24th February 2025
- 3 min read
New research from the ARCTIC study published in the AOECS Scientific Book 2024 reveals that a gluten-free diet alone may not normalise body composition in coeliac patients. The findings suggest that despite the benefits of a gluten-free diet, patients may still face significant health challenges.
- 23rd February 2025
- 2 min read
Advancing Gluten-Free Dining in Europe. The BEcME Conference in Belgrade, 8 February 2025, brought together experts to tackle the challenges of providing safe, high-quality, and affordable gluten-free meals for people with coeliac disease.
What we do
Firstly, we care.
We strive for the best possible safety, availability and consistent labelling of foods and products suitable for people intolerant to gluten.
The resources you need.
We coordinate the exchange of information related coeliac disease, encouraging skill and knowledge sharing, particularly among new and developing Coeliac Societies.
Supporting our members
We represent our members at an international level, particularly with respect to European legislation, policy development and fostering multi-national research projects.
Gluten Free Certification
The Crossed Grain Trademark is widely recognised as a source of trust and reassurance that a product is safe to eat. Our Europe wide licensing system means that one trademark license gives producers and retailers the right to use the Crossed Grain Trademark on their gluten free sales in over 30 European countries.
Find out moreAbout coeliac disease
1 in 100 people are estimated to suffer from coeliac disease in Europe. Applying that ratio, it can be assumed that more than 7 million people are affected by coeliac disease across Europe, with only approximately 25% of those actually receiving a diagnosis. Coeliac disease can present with a wide range of mild to very severe symptoms with the only treatment being a strict daily gluten free diet.
Read moreCurious about what coeliac disease is? Watch this short film that explains the facts.
The film was created as a part of the international collaboration Focus IN CD.