A Cross-Sectional Study of Celiac Disease Awareness in the Food Industry in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia.

Background The only treatment available for celiac disease (CD), an autoimmune disease, is a gluten-free diet. Restaurant personnel have major roles in understanding the possible risks to consumers with CD, ensuring the availability of and preparing gluten-free foods. We attempted to evaluate the awareness and knowledge of CD among chefs, cooks, restaurant personnel, and owners and assess the availability of gluten-free diet options in the western region of Saudi Arabia.