Friday, September 03, 2010

Gluten-Free Not Just For Celiacs

Gluten is a protein in certain grains that can cause an inflammatory reaction in your body. In those with Celiac's Disease, it triggers an "immune reaction that damages the small intestine and prevents absorption of nutrients."

You don't have to have Celiac's Disease to be affected by gluten. Gluten Intolerance is said to be more wide spread than most people are aware of.

Read the article here.

Gluten-containing grains include:
  • wheat
  • rye
  • barley
  • kamut
  • spelt
  • triticale
  • bulgur
  • durum
  • semolina
Learn more about healthy eating.

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