Gluten is the name for proteins found in wheat, rye and barley, but some people may react poorly to this common ingredient.
Gluten, found in breads, pastries, pasta and sauces, “helps foods keep their shape.” The glue-like protein can also be found in food coloring, beer, and cereals.
Gluten intolerance can lead to bloating and digestive problems. Consuming gluten can lead to diarrhea, constipation, or even vomiting.
Intolerance can also manifest as fatigue, tiredness, and pain in the body.
“Gluten intolerance can lead to to pain in the bones or joints, headaches, depression, anxiety, brain fog, and numbness.A more noticeable sign of gluten intolerance is dermatitis herpetiformis”, says gastroenterologist Alexandra Alisova, especially for the MedicalForum.
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People are advised to visit their doctor if they suspect that may be gluten sensitive.
“If celiac disease has been ruled out – and other conditions do not appear to be causing your symptoms – then a gluten-free diet may be helpful.”
Gluten free food groups:
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Meat and poultry
- Fish and seafood
- Dairy products
- Beans, legumes and nuts
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Some grains, legumes, seeds and other starchy foods are also free of gluten.
These include:
- Amaranth
- Arrowroot
- Beans
- Buckwheat
- Cassava
- Chia
- Corn
- Flax
- Gluten-Free Oats
- Nut flour
- Potato
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sorghum
- Soy
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Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first sign of illness, consult a doctor.