Gluten free?

Publication date: 2020-04-05 21:56:02

What is gluten?

All proteins found in wheat, rye, barley and triticale are called gluten. It acts like a glue that holds food together, it helps food maintain their shape.

What types of food include gluten?

• Wheat is commonly found in breads, baked goods, soups, pasta, cereals, sauces, salad dressings, roux.
• Barley is commonly found in malt, food coloring, soups, beer and brewer´s yeast
• Rye is commonly found in rye bread, such a pumpernickel, rye beer and cereals
• Triticale which is a new grain similar to wheat can be found in breads, pasta and cereals

Benefits of going gluten free?

1. Improves cholesterol levels
2. Promotes digestive health
3. Increases energy levels
4. Eliminates unhealthy and processed foods from your diet (oils, fried food, breads, and desserts to name a few)
5. More likely to eat fruits and vegetables because they are all gluten-free
6. Reduces your risk of heart disease, certain cancers, and diabetes
7. Helps ward off viruses and germs as many foods you will now eat will contain more antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals
8. Promotes healthy weight-loss
9. Improves health of people with irritable bowl syndrome and arthritis
10. Distinctly improved awareness of foods that can have an adverse effect on your health