GLUTEN INTOLERANCE SYMPTOMS
Learn about Gluten Intolerance Symptoms
and How to Make Dietary Changes
to Improve Digestive Health
Do you think your may have an allergy to wheat? gluten? Before you pick up that next slice of toast, identify the common gluten intolerance symptoms and adjust your diet for better health gastronomical comfort.
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a protein that is responsible for the springiness and stretchiness of bread. It’s found in wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten can be an allergen for many people, and dangerous for those with Celiac disease, a hereditary intolerance to gluten that can lead to damage to the small intestine.
Symptoms of Gluten Intolerance
Although no studies have been done on the prevalence of gluten intolerance, the prevalence of gluten allergies is certainly higher than that of celiac disease alone.• Abdominal Pain
• ADD/ADHD
• Anxiety
• Canker sores
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Gas
• Headaches
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Infertility
• Iron deficient anemia
• Irritability
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Joint Pain
• Osteoporosis
• Poor Growth
• Poor immune function (frequent illness)
• Sinusitis
What is the difference between Wheat Allergy and Gluten Intolerance?
Many people think that wheat allergy and gluten intolerance are one in the same, but they are not. Wheat allergy is a sudden severe sudden onset allergic reaction to a certain protein component of wheat. Fortunately, wheat allergy is quite rare and only affects less than 1% of the population. Most of the time when people speak of having a wheat allergy, they are referring to a gluten intolerance, which is a protein contained in some grains that gives bread elasticity. Because many wheat products contain gluten, those with gluten intolerance are best to avoid wheat.
Celiac Disease
Celiac Disease is an autoimmune disease in which the body cannot process the protein in gluten, leading to malnutrition and damage to the intestines. Celiac Disease occurs in as many as 1 in 133 people and can have detrimental effects on one’s health if gluten consumption continues. For optimal health and well-being, individuals with Celiac disease must avoid all foods containing gluten.
What to Eat When You Have Gluten Intolerance?
If you suspect you have Gluten Intolerance and would like to know what are best foods to eat, take a look at the table below for recommendations.
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