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By Faryn Clark


Almost everyone has heard about "gluten-free" and, we often see some of the labels telling that the product contains no gluten. Gluten-free diet has long been in our midst, but it just recently gained its popularity to the masses because of its tremendous health benefits.

What do we mean by gluten-free diet?

By the term itself, a diet that restricts any food that contains the protein gluten. Some foods that are not allowed include rye and bread. This diet (though enjoyed by many to help them lose weight) was originally formulated to help people with celiac disease.

Starting out a gluten-free diet may not be difficult to some people. They may have already eating gluten-free foods unconsciously. Getting familiar with some of the foods and alternatives will even make it easier. Additionally, with this diet plan gaining massive popularity on the people, more and more food manufacturers are producing gluten-free products and substitutes.

Below are some of the foods that (naturally) do not contain any gluten. You may ask your nutritionist about these foods to know when to eat them.

1. Seeds, beans or nuts

2. Meat (which may include chicken and pork and labeled gluten free) and fish

3. Egg

4. Eggs

5. Dairy products

These products are helpful in starting out this diet program but, you still need to double check them for any possible contamination or gluten mixture. Check the label or ask the store owner about the manufacturer of the product.

You do not want to forget the following foods for they contain gluten:

- Wheat

- Triticale

- Triticale

- Barley

These products or foods are rich in vitamins and minerals but you must remove them from your daily diet otherwise; your celiac will not be cured (if you have any). Take supplements containing the vitamins and minerals that the above products have.

Is there an alternative?

10 of the most common Gluten-free food alternatives have widely gained popularity in the market but, may be great risks to your diet plan, especially when you are suffering from celiac disease. It is best that you avoid them. They include:

* Cake

* Cakes

* Fast food French Fries

* Beer (from stores)

* French Fries (from food chains or restaurants)

* Dressings on salad

* Sauce

* Imitated seafood

* Soup base

* Sauces

As an effective treatment for celiac patients, gluten-free diet has gained popularity in helping people lose weight (the shortest period of time). This diet is easier and achievable compared to any diet programs for we have already been consuming gluten-free products unaware - starting your gluten-free diet means removing old favorites and welcoming new foods without depriving yourself from the vitamins and minerals that your body needs.




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