Coeliac Disease in 2025: Tracking Gluten Free Trends
Six topics of interest come under the microscope for the gluten free community in 2025
Hey gluten free fam,
A very Happy New Year’s to you all from us here at A Gluten Free Family.
2025 has the potential to be a formative year for the gluten free community. Thanks to new innovations, investments and attitudes, there’s potential for major progress to be realised.
By ushering in the new year, we have a perfect opportunity to see how far we’ve come to date, but more importantly, where we’re heading in the future. What lies ahead for those living with coeliac disease and others who removed gluten from their diet?
Let’s take a step back and examine the bigger picture. What trends are we tracking this year and which areas of concern require further advocacy in 2025?
Coeliac Numbers & Statistics
Coeliac disease continues to be a central focus in the health industry, and 2025 is no exception. As awareness grows, so too does the number diagnosed. What can we attribute this to? Thanks to an increase in patients seeking answers matched with better screening methods, the subject is becoming far less taboo.
However, professional researchers continue to underline the fact many are still being left behind with quality health support. Our very own podcast guest Jason Tye-Din explained to ABC Radio National that approximately 80% of Australians with coeliac disease are unaware they are living with the condition.
Why are we so interested in this area for 2025? It’s critical the gap between the undiagnosed and the diagnosed is closed. This speaks to the cause of everyone’s collective efforts.
The ripple effects are significant, impacting everything from healthcare access to product cost, community awareness and beyond. The numbers do not lie. Once citizens have a diagnosis, governments, institutions and corporate enterprise are incentivised to act.
We’ll keep close tabs on the official numbers being recorded and published for this reason in 2025. .
Product Prices
Cost continues to be an ongoing challenge the gluten free community cannot escape. From ingredients for large home meals to small snacks for the road - everything has a higher price point, and they add up at the end of a week. We explored the price discrepancy with Arnott’s products in 2024, detailing how much more affordable it is to buy gluten-containing items than their gluten free counterparts.
How will inflated gluten free prices be addressed in 2025? Can the federal government be pushed further for regulation at a public level? Will increased brand competition at a private level drive lower costs to win over greater market share?
The answer may lie with us, at least in the short-term during 2025. By signing Coeliac Australia’s petition to make gluten free food a necessity, you are making your voice heard and spreading awareness where it really counts.
As independent outlets and community members collectively share tips and recommendations, it will require input from everyone to highlight where we find value and how we save on the bottom-line. Knowledge is power, after all!
Research Advancements
Set those coeliac disease Google News Alerts for 2025
What has been revealed about coeliac disease and screening technology during 2024 may only be the tip of the iceberg. 2025 could be a breakthrough year for scientific research in the industry. Specialists are pushing for progress with enzymes to help digest gluten, while other therapies are being developed as we speak.
Why are we excited by this prospect? Tye-Din outlined the Interleukin 2 Method on A Gluten Free Podcast, a brand new diagnosis tool that’s quickly gaining traction. It’s designed to help people avoid the gluten challenge during testing. This has the potential to eliminate much of the cost, pain and aggravation during the diagnosis phase.
Yes, these developments are exciting. With this being said, we need to continue to advocate for further funding and awareness in 2025 for coeliac-related studies. The only way to achieve tangible answers and long-term solutions is through serious investment.
Regulations, Labels & Transparency
In some quarters, regulations around gluten free labelling are incredibly strict and enforceable. In other areas, there appears to be gaps and loopholes that leave you, the customer, feeling stranded. We touched on this topic with our discussion on oats and oats labelling in Australia and New Zealand.
What are we looking for in 2025? This should be a year where consumers build more trust when purchasing grocery store items and ingredients. Transparency from brands must be considered non-negotiable. When we see clear and consistent labels on products, it’s safer to avoid cross-contamination and navigate coeliac disease and gluten sensitivity.
By advocating for higher standards and enforcing these provisions, regulatory bodies are likely to respond in kind. Consumer demand is a powerful tool, allowing us to have better assurances than before. As we encourage more manufacturers to join the gluten free community in 2025, there must be pressure not to cut corners.
Episode 105 of A Gluten Free Podcast offers a great breakdown of gluten free labelling with Dietitian & Health Advocacy Officer for Coeliac Australia, Penny Dellsperger.
New Products & Cookbooks
A decade ago, you would probably struggle to find many gluten free products on the shelves. Even if you did on rare occasions, that availability may not have been reliable. What we have now in 2025 for quality and variety is night and day, showcasing artisanal breads, ready-made meals and so much more. Living with coeliac disease today is far from simple, but there are now resources to hand that offer solutions.
Among all the options, we know cookbooks are a popular go-to product. 2025 promises to be a year of new releases, giving you gluten free recipes to cook meals fresh at home. Over time, you can build a repertoire of meals with natural ingredients, giving you the confidence to expand what you eat and what you serve friends and family.
We’re ready to share what we find and love here at A Gluten Free Family in 2025, whether it’s the rise of sourdough baking to seasonal snacks or quick and affordable dinners that take the stress out of kitchen planning and preparation.
Community Awareness
Our mantra ‘one chat at a time’ remains front and centre in 2025
The gluten free community is stronger than ever, and 2025 is a testament to its growth. Events like A Gluten Free Evening, online groups, and advocacy efforts are helping us connect, share experiences, and support one another. Every awareness campaign works to highlight the challenges faced by coeliacs, while welcoming new members with open arms provides a space where people feel valued, recognised and less alone in their gluten free journey.
Improving awareness about coeliac disease and a gluten free life can feel aimless and frustrating at times, yet each comment and clarification helps to break someone’s misconceptions. 2025 is a year we take further steps forward to underline that coeliac disease is not a dietary preference, but a serious medical condition.
Achieving greater support and inclusion is possible. We’ll get there - one chat at a time.
Conclusion
We’ll be reading and sharing news across 2025 just like yourselves. Our plan is to continue having industry experts on A Gluten Free Podcast discussing important topics, while guest blogs are designed to give you insights that make a real difference.
What’s most exciting about the new year is the unknown. Perhaps there’s a new product or treatment we’re yet to hear about that revolutionises how we approach coeliac disease. A subsidy or program could be around the corner to tackle inflated costs. Who knows?
Whatever is on the horizon, this is a chance to combine our efforts and come together to improve outcomes, quality of life and experiences following your health and dietary needs.
Here’s to a busy and productive 2025!
