What is Gluten Free Diet? According to Wikipedia.com, Gluten is a mixture of amorphous (irregular shape) of the protein with starch in the endosperm (as well as flour made from it) some cereals. Gluten material is most abundant in wheat. Gluten content can reach 80% of the total protein in flour, and consisted of protein gliadin and glutenin. Vegetarians often use gluten is to be made into meat imitates, because gluten can become chewy and dough can expand because they are airtight.Some people who can not eat gluten, or allergic to it, and trigger the immune reaction to activate an inflammatory reaction and damage the intestinal wall. Thus, the people who have Celiac disease is often called, can not eat gluten for life. Interestingly, 9 out of 10 patients with this disease do not know that he is a patient. In patients with celiac disease, gluten injure the small intestine lining. These injuries can lead to weight loss, bloating, diarrhea, gas, stomach cramps, and / or vitamin and mineral deficiencies. These people should avoid foods that contain barley, malt, wheat, and triticale (a cross between wheat and rye). When the patient completely eliminate gluten from the diet, the intestinal lining has a chance to heal. Are you one of those people who are allergic to wheat? Consider the following guidelines.
Foods that have gluten-free is definitely nuts, seeds, fresh eggs, fresh meat, fresh fish, fresh chicken, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products like cheese. Several grains and starch can be included in gluten-free diet. The most commonly used are corn, potatoes, rice, soy, and tapioca (derived from cassava). Various types of bean flour, soy, and nuts are sometimes used in gluten-free products to add protein and dietary fiber. Almond flour is a low-carb alternative to flour, with a low glycemic index.
Keep in mind, that gluten is also used in foods in some unexpected things, such as a stabilizing agent or thickener in products like ice cream and tomato sauce. Therefore, avoid the following products unless there are marked "Gluten-Free":
- Beer
- Bread
- Cake and pie
- Candy
- Cereals
- Cookies and crackers
- Croutons
- French fries
- Gravies
- Imitation meat or seafood
- Pasta
- Lunch meats
- Salad dressing
- Sauces, including soy sauce
- Rice seasoning mix
- Snack food seasonings, such as potato and tortilla chips
- Soup
Recent research suggests people with celiac for prebiotic fiber diet to help intestinal health. First Distinguish prebiotics with probiotics. Probiotics are bacteria 'good' that we can eat, the most we know there are at Yakult, or yogurt, or other supplements. While fiber is a prebiotic fiber that helps the growth of helpful bacteria that already exist in our intestines. These fibers contain oligofruktosa and inulin. Fiber is found in many vegetables artichoke, leek, asparagus and so forth. Another benefit of this diet are:
- Increase calcium absorption
- Strengthen bones and bone density
- Enhance the immune
- Reduce allergies and asthma in infants and children
- Lowering triglycerides in the blood
- Controlling appetite and weight
- Lower risk of colon cancer
Description: What Is Gluten Free Diet?
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