Everyone has a view about Gluten but
some are discussing how important Gluten is. Well, some just don't think it is
a big deal. Now Gluten is equally important as it keeps the consistency of the
food and it also promotes a healthy gut. But gluten also has shown some
Negative Side effects that affect some people who are prone to Gluten
Intolerance or Celiac Disease. Before concluding, let's first understand the
purpose of Gluten in the human body, or let's put it in other words. What the
hell is Gluten doing in your Body?
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a product of Protein
components that binds the food that ultimately gives a stretchy substance. The
two of the protein found in Gluten is Glutenin and Gliadin. Gluten is of utmost
importance in keeping the structure of the food. A dough without gluten
wouldn't just stick together; it will just rip off easily. But it also has
Negative effects that have made some people too skeptical.
Gluten also acts like a prebiotic that
is beneficial in providing good bacteria in a healthy human gut. A healthy gut
is associated with good bacteria that helps in breaking down the food in the
digestive tract.
When you have to worry about
Gluten?
Certain people may have problem with
Gluten, especially who have Wheat Allergy, Gluten sensitivity, and Celiac
disease.
If you have Celiac Disease, then you
must go for a Gluten-free diet. At least 1% of the population suffers from this
disease and, it is worst from of Gluten intolerance. It is an autoimmune
disease that reacts to gluten as a foreign invader and causes acute symptoms
like Constipation and Diarrhoea.
What food to avoid for gluten
intolerance?
Avoid Grains:
Some grains are naturally infused with
gluten components so make sure to avoid or consume less to overcome any
complications of Gluten Intolerance. Avoid grains such as Wheat, Rye, Barley,
Wheat berries, Triticale, Kamut, Farina, Farro, and Processed Oats are some of
the grains which are natural components of Gluten.
Avoid Bread:
Most of the Bread, Wraps, and Crackers
include gluten in them so make sure that you avoid Bread that has gluten. Avoid
White bread, whole wheat bread, potato bread, rye bread, sourdough bread, wheat
crackers, whole wheat wraps, flour tortillas, flatbread, and bagels.
Avoid Bakery Products:
Bakery Products are often made with
gluten-containing grains such as wheat or rye grains. If you are highly
sensitive to gluten food then avoid Cakes, Pastries, Doughnuts, Cookies,
Pancakes, Muffins, and much more.
Avoid certain drinks:
Some drinks are brewed with
ingredients that contain gluten. There are some of the drinks that you should
avoid such as Beer, Drink mixes, Processed Chocolate milk, Wine Coolers, and
Premade Coffee drinks.
What foods can you eat without
worrying about Gluten?
Even though you feel that half of the
food that you usually eat has to be cut down. But there are also other food
items that you can eat from your pantry that do not have gluten.
Below are the foods that you can eat
even if you have Gluten Intolerance or Celiac Disease.
1.
Fruits and Vegetables
2.
Animal Proteins
3.
Nuts and Seeds
4.
Beans and Legumes
5.
Gluten-Free Grains: Quinoa,
Buckwheat, millet, Oats, Wild Rise, Brown rice, and Corn.
When you are trying a new diet you
need to keep in mind a balanced day-to-day nutritional value so as to avoid Nutrition Deficiency. Gluten has its advantages and its disadvantages. You should consult a doctor before starting a Gluten-free diet.
