Tag Archives: gluten allergy
Celiac Disease
While some people simply have a gluten allergy, others have what is called celiac disease. For people with celiac, gluten actually damages the lower intestine to the point that it creates holes. People with celiac disease usually feel sick every time they eat, regardless of the food. They also often feel bloated after meals and … Continue reading
Overview of Gluten
In the past few decades, both the public and the medical community have realized that gluten – the protein that is the basis of many grains – can be detrimental to digestion and overall gastrointestinal health. People who react most severely to gluten are considered to have a gluten allergy, but many people are just … Continue reading
Gluten Free Recipes
The trick to living a satisfied food life on a gluten free diet is to know the options. Some people think that since they can’t eat what they’re used to eating because of their gluten allergy, that their meals can no longer be enjoyable. This isn’t the case! There are lots of food options for … Continue reading
What Contains Gluten?
Quite a few people thing that wheat is the only mainstream food that contains gluten. Unfortunately for those with a gluten allergy, this is not the case. Knowing what grains and other foods contain gluten makes it easier to maintain a gluten free diet, but it’s also important to remember that the purity of gluten … Continue reading