Learn About The Hottest Fads In Gluten-Free Foods For 2013

By Faryn Clark


Is it your first time to hear about "gluten-free diet"? It may come to a surprise that this diet plan has long been with us for years. Nevertheless, it has now gained popularity as people have seen and enjoyed great results from it, especially in helping people losing weight.

What do you know about gluten-free diet?

By the term itself, a diet that restricts any food that contains the protein gluten. Some foods that are not allowed include rye and bread. This diet (though enjoyed by many to help them lose weight) was originally formulated to help people with celiac disease.

Starting out a gluten-free diet may not be difficult to some people. They may have already eating gluten-free foods unconsciously. Getting familiar with some of the foods and alternatives will even make it easier. Additionally, with this diet plan gaining massive popularity on the people, more and more food manufacturers are producing gluten-free products and substitutes.

Below are some of the foods that (naturally) do not contain any gluten. You may ask your nutritionist about these foods to know when to eat them.

1. Seeds, beans or nuts

2. Dairy products

3. Eggs (fresh)

4. Eggs

5. Dairy products

These products are helpful in starting out this diet program but, you still need to double check them for any possible contamination or gluten mixture. Check the label or ask the store owner about the manufacturer of the product.

You do not want to forget the following foods for they contain gluten:

- Barley

- Barley

- Triticale

- Barley

These products or foods are rich in vitamins and minerals but you must remove them from your daily diet otherwise; your celiac will not be cured (if you have any). Take supplements containing the vitamins and minerals that the above products have.

Is there an alternative?

Many gluten-free alternatives are now available in the market but, they are not totally safe, especially when you are not fond of checking the label. Opt for the following alternatives to make your diet plan safe and effective:

* Pasta (in food chains or restaurants)

* Cakes

* Fast food French Fries

* Beer (from stores)

* French Fries (from food chains or restaurants)

* Pastas (which are served in some food chains)

* Salad dressing

* Imitated seafood

* Soup base

* Sauces

As an effective treatment for celiac patients, gluten-free diet has gained popularity in helping people lose weight (the shortest period of time). This diet is easier and achievable compared to any diet programs for we have already been consuming gluten-free products unaware - starting your gluten-free diet means removing old favorites and welcoming new foods without depriving yourself from the vitamins and minerals that your body needs.




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