Question 1

hi i have a problem with my stomach i noticed its when i eat gluten but even when i buy gluten free things my stomach is still upset what else could it be?

Accepted Answer

: I assume you use the wrong term stomach instead of abdomen. When you have celiac sprue you still have abdominal symptoms such as gas, bloating, cramps or diarrhea, etc. when you eat gluten free diet but the condition and symptoms are even worse if you are not adherent.

Question 2

how to gain weight gluten-free?

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Gluten-free: You can add more protein, and starches that are not wheat-based.  Sweet potatoes, brown rice, quinoa, various squashes, etc are fine, for instance. Eat fruits unless concerned about Insulin resistance.  Also add healthy oils like coconut oil, olive oil. Eat larger portions and be physically active, including exercise with weights. You want the weight you gain, to be muscle rather than fat.

Question 3

what are some gluten free foods?

Accepted Answer

Rice: Grains that are generally considered gluten-free are rice, amaranth, millet and quinoa.

Question 4

what exactly does gluten-free mean exactly?

Accepted Answer

Means no gluten: Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat and related grains like rye and barleys. Gluten-free foods are foods that do not contain gluten. Persons with gluten sensitivity related illness might need to be on gluten-free diet.

Question 5

is the quest for gluten free foods just a fad?

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Probably yes: Gluten-sensitive enteropathy (celiac disease) is much less common than gluten intolerance. Like lactose intolerance, caffeine intolerance, sorbitol intolerance (with regard to needing to restrict each respective substance), people who are gluten intolerant do better to avoid gluten-containing foods. Only about 10% of the population are gluten intolerant. Add gluten back to diet & see how you feel.

Question 6

can you tell me if "gluten free" and celiac desease is "just a fad"?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although some people may have gluten intolerance, the % is very small compared to the number of people who claim to have the problem. This reminds me of the candida infection fad a few years back- you hardly hear of it any more.   Anyone who suspects gluten intolerance should get the appropriate blood test or even biopsy to document it - since total avoidance of gluten is no fun.

Question 7

how to go on gluten free diet?

Accepted Answer

Gluten free diet: Simply stop consuming wheat, barley, and rye in food and drink.

Question 8

which foods may be consumed on a gluten free diet?

Accepted Answer

Foods without gluten: Gluten-free means the food or drink does not contain gluten, a protein found in such grains as wheat, rye, and barley (including malted barley). Grains that do not contain gluten include corn, rice, millet, quinoa, sorghum, & buckwheat. Oats & oatmeal don't have the gluten protein, but have another protein that some celiac disease patients react to, while other celiac patients may not react with.

Question 9

what benefits are there for trying a gluten free diet?

Accepted Answer

None...: There are really no health related benefits from going gluten free unless you have celiac disease.  There are many more people that have gluten intolerance and eating gluten gives them excessive gas, bloating, cramps or diarrhea.  For those gluten intolerant people going gluten free might help relieve those symptoms. Good luck!

Question 10

celiac and gluten-free foods in the us are not gmo right?

Accepted Answer

Wheat, rye, barley: Wheat rye and barley contain gluten. The most recent consensus is that most celiac patients can eat oats; the problems some had with oats were due to contamination by other grains. Be careful the oats are pure if you try to eat them. All other foods do not contain gluten, so genetically modified foods and non-modified foods could be gluten free, as long as they aren't the grains above.

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