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Is it ok to just cut back on gluten, or do you have to go 100% gluten free for it to make a difference?

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100%: If you want 100% relief you will need to avoid it 100% of the time. You can't cut it down enough

Answered 8/17/2013

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Depends: For those with classic celiac disease, they must strictly avoid gluten. For others who do not have celiac disease, you may or may not want to completely avoid gluten. I generally encourage as normal a diet as possible.

Answered 8/23/2013

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