November is a time to reflect on what we’re thankful for, and we’re especially grateful for our celiac community and everyone who supports our mission. Here’s the latest celiac disease news on our community’s progress toward new treatments and a cure. From the success of our Step Beyond Celiac events and First Annual Gluten-Free Kitchen Pickleball Tournament, your support helps move us closer to a future with new treatments and a cure for celiac disease.
This month, catch up on promising celiac disease treatment research, learn about the upcoming International Celiac Disease Symposium and prepare for Thanksgiving with our gluten-free menu and tips for entertaining gluten-free guests.
Thank you for staying connected and helping to advance our mission forward!
News & Updates
Events
Recap: Step Beyond Celiac
This fall, our Step Beyond Celiac community came together to support our mission to provide care for patients today and a cure in the future. Thank you to everyone who participated in our Greater Philadelphia and Greater Boston events or took part in our virtual Step Beyond Celiac event! Learn more about our Step Beyond Celiac events.
The First Annual Gluten-Free Kitchen Pickleball Tournament rallied the community together for a fun-filled event on October 10 at California SMASH in El Segundo, raising an incredible $124,000 to support Beyond Celiac’s work to accelerate the discovery of new treatments and a cure for celiac disease. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!
Save The Date: International Celiac Disease Symposium
The International Celiac Disease Symposium (ICDS), proudly sponsored by Beyond Celiac, is coming to Melbourne, Australia, November 17–20! The world’s leading conference dedicated to celiac disease will bring together global leaders in research, clinical care and advocacy to share the latest advances in the field and explore topics ranging from diagnosis and treatment to patient outcomes.
The program will also feature a dedicated Patient Session at no charge for people living with celiac disease, offering an opportunity to hear from international experts and connect with the global celiac community. Learn more at icds2026.org.
GivingTuesday is December 1
This Giving Tuesday, you can help advance the search for new treatments and a cure for celiac disease. Your support helps fuel research, connect patients with experts, share scientific discoveries and elevate the voices of people living with celiac disease.
Make a gift this Giving Tuesday to help move us toward a future beyond celiac disease.
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Beyond Celiac Receives Patient Voice Award
Beyond Celiac received the Patient Voice Award at Healio’s 2026 Disruptive Innovators Awards, presented in collaboration with the Association for Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists. We are so proud to have this work recognized and grateful to our community for helping us advance our mission!
Resource: Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Menu
Getting ready for Thanksgiving? From appetizers and sides to main courses and desserts, there are plenty of delicious gluten-free options for your holiday meal. Explore our gluten-free Thanksgiving menu for recipe ideas, and check out our article on entertaining gluten-free guests for tips on cooking for someone with celiac disease.
Caregiver’s Corner
With the holiday season approaching, children with celiac disease may have more opportunities to try new foods and navigate meals outside their usual routines. Check out our Guide to the Gluten-Free Diet for Kids for tips on helping children identify safe foods and build confidence in managing their gluten-free diet.
Caregiver’s Corner is proudly sponsored by Jones Dairy Farm, maker of certified GF, all natural sausage, bacon, ham, Canadian bacon and meatballs.
Research News
Confident in Results, argenx Plans to Move Celiac Drug Forward
Beyond Celiac is pleased that argenx reported promising results from their phase 2 study of FB102, a potential treatment for celiac disease, and that they plan to move forward to a phase 3 trial, the last phase of drug development before market distribution. Read more here.
Celiac Drug from First Tracks Reduces Symptoms and Damage in Early Stage Trial
First Tracks Biotherapeutics has announced positive results from their early-stage clinical trial testing ANB033 for use in celiac disease.
The news marks the third celiac disease clinical trial reporting positive results over the last month or so, alongside Teva and argenx, reigniting the race to be the first company with an approved treatment for celiac disease. Read more here.
Research Opportunities
GLUTECH
Have you been recently diagnosed with celiac disease? You could help researchers learn if gluten detection technology improves intestinal healing and quality of life.
Eligibility: 18–75 years old, biopsy-diagnosed celiac disease, less than 4 months on a gluten-free diet, and willing to come to one of four sites: Boston, Chicago, Nashville, or New York City. Additional criteria apply.
Participants will receive an iPad at the beginning of the trial and can also earn up to an additional $565 for participation.
Trivia Questions of the Month
Question
Is cider gluten-free?
Answer
It depends on the type! Apple cider is naturally gluten-free and hard cider is generally gluten-free, but some varieties of both products may contain gluten-containing additives, flavorings or may be subject to cross-contact. Look for a gluten-free label and research the product if you’re unsure. Learn more about cider and the gluten-free diet.
Voices of Celiac: Parnika’s Story
“Since I was 15, I have come to understand the firsthand challenges of navigating an autoimmune diagnosis—from misdiagnosis and nutritional deficiencies to the social and emotional toll of symptoms and treatment.”
“My journey has fueled my commitment to raising awareness about often overlooked symptoms and advocating for a more holistic, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to treatment.”
Read Parnika’s Story
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