Health and Wellness Tips for Everyone

   Gluten Allergy and Gluten Free Diet  1. What Is Gluten? Gluten  is a protein found in certain grains, including  wheat, barley, rye, and triticale  (a hybrid of wheat and rye). It provides elasticity to dough, making it essential for baking and food processing. However, some individuals need to avoid gluten due to specific health conditions. 2. Who Should Follow a Gluten-Free Diet? a. Celiac Disease: Celiac disease  is an autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten triggers an immune response, damaging the small intestine lining. A strict gluten-free diet is crucial for managing celiac disease symptoms, which may include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fatigue, and skin rashes. b. Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity: Some people experience symptoms similar to celiac disease but test negative for it. They may have  non-celiac gluten sensitivity , which improves when they avoid gluten. c. Wheat Allergy: A  wheat allergy  involves an allergic ...