What Are the Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet?

GLUTEN FREE WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A GLUTEN-FREE DIET? What is gluten? Gluten is a general term used to describe the proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, and triticale (cross between wheat and rye). Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet Cutting gluten from your diet may alleviate or eliminate the symptoms of celiac disease, including: SS Dermatitis Fatigue Diarrhea Constipation Gas herpetiformis Bloating Abdominal Migraines Iron Joint & Muscle Pain Deficiency Pain Mood Peripheral Neuropathy Osteopenia & Reproductive Weight Gain or Osteoporosis Health Issues Disorders Weight Loss A gluten-free diet may also have health and therapeutic benefits for those with: Gluten Sensitivity Wheat Allergies Autism Multiple Sclerosis Thyroid Disease ADHD Other benefits include: Elimination of unhealthy oils from your diet Elimination of unhealthy carbohydrates found in bread products Less overly-processed foods in your diet Reduced risk of heart disease, certain cancers, and diabetes Improved immune system defense Gluten and Celiac Disease A gluten-free diet is necessary for people with celiac disease, an autoimmune disease that leads the body's immune system to attack the small intestine when gluten is ingested. Only 1% of the population has celiac disease. Celiac disease is four times more common today than it was 60 years ago Whole grains that do not contain gluten include: Amaranth Millet Quinoa Those following a gluten-free diet need to be particularly mindful of healthy eating to ensure a balanced diet. Many healthy foods are naturally gluten-free, including: Beans Meat/Fish/Poultry Nuts Eggs Seeds Most Dairy Products Fruit & Vegetables Sources: http://celiac.org/live-gluten-free/glutenfreediet/what-is-gluten/ http://www.celiaccentral.org/Gluten-Free-Food/the-gluten-free-diet/#whyglutenfree http://www.bistromd.com/gluten-free/the-health-benefits-of-a-gluten-free-diet http://www.health.harvard.edu/press_releases/potential-benefits-of-a-gluten-free-diet http://celiac.org/celiac-disease/what-is-celiac-disease/ http://www.celiaccentral.org/celiac-disease/facts-and-figures/ http://www.mayo.edu/research/discoverys-edge/celiac-disease-rise http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/gluten-free-diet/art-20048530 http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/going-gluten-free-just-because-heres-what-you-need-to-know-201302205916 PROMAX