ABOUT GLUTEN FREE

WHAT IS GLUTEN?

Gluten is a type of protein, which is most commonly found in rye, wheat and barley. When considering flour, gluten is what gives it its elasticity and strength.

WHO NEEDS TO FOLLOW A GLUTEN FREE DIET?

People with coeliac disease are those who most commonly follow a strict gluten free diet. Coeliac disease is autoimmune deficiency where there is an intestinal intolerance to gluten. Those who develop coeliac disease are already born with a genetic predisposition and common symptoms include:

• Anaemia
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Stomach cramps
• Bloating and flatulence
• Weight loss – although weight gain is possible
• Fatigue and weakness

Very often coeliac disease can be confused with Irritable Bowel Symdrome (IBS), a wheat allergy or just a general food intolerance. Many people with these conditions also find obstaining from gluten helpful.
Other people often choose to remove gluten from their diet completely or just from most meals because they find it can reduce feelings of being bloated after meals, relieves eczema, or even maintain normal, healthy bowel movements.

Healthy Food For Life proudly caters for those with coeliac disease and similar health concerns by providing a large range of gluten free products for sale and free gluten free recipes.