Gluten is a complex protein found in many cereals. For example, its content in wheat is more than 80% of the grain weight. What other important information is worth having about this protein?
Instructions
Step 1
Of course, it is important to know which foods contain it. Foods made from wheat, barley and rye flour are high in gluten. These are bread and bakery products, pastries, pasta, cereals and now popular cereals. By the way, this protein is also used for the production of ketchup, sauces, yogurt and other products.
Step 2
Can gluten harm you? Can. Gluten intolerance, or celiac disease, occurs in only 1% of the world's population. First of all, with such an intolerance, the stomach can suffer, as well as disrupt intestinal function, decrease the level of assimilation of fats, sugars, vitamins and minerals.
Step 3
The easiest way to recognize gluten intolerance may be to exclude it from your diet for a few days and assess your well-being. Please note that the intestinal microflora takes up to two weeks for partial recovery. If you experience discomfort and digestive problems when you return to your usual diet with gluten, then your body is probably intolerant of this protein.
Step 4
A list of gluten-free foods is worth listing. These are all types of meat and fish, potatoes, eggs, rice, nuts, corn, legumes, as well as vegetables and fruits. The essence of a gluten-free diet is to completely eliminate from the diet any foods made from rye, wheat, barley and rye. Oats are allowed only if they are peeled and not mixed with other grains.
Step 5
Celiac disease is a genetic disease. If your close relatives had this ailment, then you are also susceptible to it. Modern medicine cannot help cure this disease, but adherence to a gluten-free diet minimizes the effects of intoxication.
