What is gluten?
If you are wondering what gluten is, we tell you that it is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. Learn more in this article.
Today we will tell you what gluten is, along with information so you can decide if it is good for you or not. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and all foods that are made from these grains. Celiac Disease Celiac disease is a digestive disorder. When someone with celiac disease eats foods that contain gluten, their body reacts by damaging the small intestine. Uncomfortable symptoms such as abdominal pain occur frequently. Damage to the small intestine also interferes with the body’s ability to make use of nutrients in food. About 1% of the total population has celiac disease. This is more common in people with type 1 diabetes. An estimated 10% of people with type 1 also have celiac disease. The only way to control celiac disease is to completely avoid all foods containing gluten. Following a gluten-free diet will permanently prevent damage to your body and help you feel better. It can be especially difficult to avoid wheat because this means you must avoid all flours and ingredients made with wheat. These include: White Flour Durum Wheat Graham Flour Triticum Kamut Wheat Spelled Wheat Germ Wheat Bran Foods that are usually made with wheat include: Pasta Couscous Bread Flour Tortillas Cookies Muffins Bread Rolls Pastries Cereals Whole Grain Crackers Beers Oatmeal (see Oatmeal section below) Meat Gravy Dressings Sauces So if you are intolerant to wheat, gluten, you already know which dishes you should stay away from.
