2013年2月17日 星期日

Gluten free diet for celiac disease

The gluten free diet as it is clear by the name that it is a diet that is free from the gluten. It is a kind of protein that is found in foods like bread, pasta and crackers. When a person is suffering from the celiac disease, then he cannot eat gluten. Because when the gluten enters the intestine, the immune system of the body attacks the gluten and it causes the damages to the intestine. There are many symptoms of the celiac disease that include gas in the stomach, bloating, loose motions, weight loss, fatigue, weakness and vomiting. There are also many other symptoms but they are the most common one. The damaged intestine is very dangerous because it causes the loss of important and essential vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. The absorption cannot take place and they are lost with the stool. The celiac disease must be cured because later on it may cause osteoporosis and anemia. The celiac disease if not treated, can lead to severe loss of nutrients of the body. Th e food eating routine must be strong enough in case of celiac disease patients.

The patients eat gluten free foods and healthy foods so that they can regain their lost energy by fulfilling the nutrients requirements. In some people, the celiac disease doesn't cause symptoms but still you need to avoid gluten foods. The people having celiac disease must avoid the cow's milk and other milk products. When the disease is cured, you can add the dairy products to your diet slowly.


The gluten is found in wheat, barley, rye and in some oats types also. In celiac disease, a small amount of gluten can create serious problems. The gluten free products are available in the market for the celiac patients. The plain meats, poultry, fish, tofu, potatoes, fruits, rice, and vegetables don't have gluten at all and they are included in the gluten free foods list. The beans, peas, lentils, nuts, tapioca, tiff, sunflower, pumpkin seeds, sprouts, chips, popcorn, rice cakes, wine, eggs and many other products are available in gluten free form. Som e dairy products are also available gluten free.


The wheat products, spelt, durum, bulgur, graham and barley products are off limits when we talk about the gluten free products. In celiac disease, avoid the processed foods. Try to read the ingredients at the back of the products and avoid them. The modified food starch written at the back of any food item may be a corn or wheat extract. When you go out to dine in, then ask for gluten free diet. You must avoid the gluten at any cost. The gluten free cakes are also allowed.

The gluten free diet is not enough for the celiac disease. The cure of the disease is also important. The doctors give medicines to suppress the immune system for the curing of celiac disease.



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