Don’t you wonder why there is so much more attention to eating gluten-free? I’m not sure its all sorted out, but some things to think about.
First if you think you are gluten sensitive, it is important to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis. Is it Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity or something else unrelated?
If you have a condition it is important to get a proper diagnosis and follow the advice of your doctor or and dietitian.
If you don’t need a gluten free diet, it’s probably not a good idea to go on it. There seem to be a misleading perception that it is healthier for you or it is a new way to lose weight.
Because of the increased demand for gluten free foods, it is easier to find gluten-free foods in the store, but following such a diet will still take more careful planning to get the nutrients you need. For example, finding new sources of the vitamins and the fiber found in the whole-grain wheat, rye and barley.
The good news is you can eat a healthy gluten –free diet if you include more fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds along with some gluten- free whole gains such as brown rice and buckwheat.
For more information from a nutrition expert, Marsha Hudnall, MS, RD, check out her recent article on the subject. Is Gluten Free the Next Big Weight Loss Diet?
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