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Ongoing Research

Learn About Our Current Studies

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We could not advance our knowledge in Celiac Disease and wheat sensitivities without you! If you are interested in participating in our research, please explore the studies below.

Citrus Fruits Juice
Leader: Shilpa Tandon

Zinc Deficiency in Celiac Disease: Pilot Study

We are evaluating the feasibility and efficacy of a Zinc optimized diet vs. Zinc supplementation to treat Zinc deficiency in celiac patients.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Adult patients (18+) with biopsy and serology proven celiac diagnosis maintaining a GFD for > 6 months, with untreated Zn deficiency.

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Citrus Fruits Juice
Leaders: Mark Khaouli, Shilpa Tandon

Novel Adjuvant Therapy to the Gluten-Free Diet

This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a new medication to treat Adult Patients with Non-Responsive Celiac Disease in addition to following a gluten-free diet.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Adult patients (18-70 years old) with biopsy proven celiac diagnosis for at least 1 year and maintaining a gluten free diet for at least 1 year.

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Citrus Fruits Juice
Leader: Dr Premysl Bercik

Diets in IBS

This is the first study to investigate the effects of dietary triggers, including gluten in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

IBS patients who experienced improvement on a gluten-free diet

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Citrus Fruits Juice
Leader: Dr Ines Pinto-Sanchez

Gluten-Free Access on Campus

We want to know the challenges students face while eating a gluten-free diet on universities and college campuses.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Students from a Canadian University or College that are currently eating a gluten-free diet

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Citrus Fruits Juice
Leader: Dr Premysl Bercik

Role of Microbiome in Intestinal Diseases

This study is being conducted to understand the behavior and influence of the gut microbiota in chronic gastrointestinal diseases, including Celiac Disease.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Patients with Celiac Disease, IBS, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease with active symptoms

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Citrus Fruits Juice
Leader: Dr Ines Pinto-Sanchez

Celiac Registry

This registry will allow us to know your current symptoms and track the progression of the disease

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

ONLY PATIENTS FROM the McMaster Celiac Disease Clinic

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Coming Soon

  • New medication to induce gluten tolerance in celiac disease patients on a gluten-free diet​.

    • Estimated starting date: Winter 2021

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