"One percent of non-Hispanic whites in the U.S. - close to two million Americans - have celiac disease, but most are not aware they suffer the gluten-intolerance problem, according to a new study.

The results back up earlier estimates of how common celiac disease is in the U.S. and Europe, the researchers say. They also support evidence that the condition is far more rare among Hispanics and blacks."

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Was Celiac something you were aware of/thought about when you went to the doctor's or was it a total surprise? Does it run in your family?

I often wonder if people are unaware now because there are so many products being made that are gluten-free—so you're eating {somewhat} gluten-free whether you have Celiacs or not.