What does your small intestine look like? Did you know you have an army of immune cells in your gut, and they protect you? This gut model shows what happens when someone with celiac disease eats food that contains gluten. You can build your own model, too! Check out the resources below for more information.
GUT MODEL 101
Click through the photo slideshow below to learn the basics of the gut model. Click the first photo to begin (and arrows to continue)!
Click here for step-by-step videos to see how to make your own gut model!
PLAY-DOUGH GUT ACTIVITY
How does surface area change in the gut when someone with untreated celiac eats gluten? Learn about the effects of gluten with this hands on play-dough activity! And as a bonus, we’ve included a recipe to make your very own gluten-free play-dough. Click here for printable instructions.
