Gluten-free, casein-free diet

A Gluten-free, casein-free diet (pronounced: glu·ten-free, ca·sein-free diet) is a type of diet that excludes the proteins gluten and casein. Gluten is found in grains such as wheat, barley, rye, and a cross between wheat and rye called triticale. Casein is found in milk and dairy products.

Etymology

The term "gluten-free" is derived from the Latin word "gluten" meaning "glue", a reference to the sticky substance that gives dough its elasticity. "Casein-free" is derived from the Latin word "caseus" meaning "cheese", as casein is a major component of cheese.

Related Terms

Celiac Disease: An autoimmune disorder that can occur in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine.
Autism: Some studies suggest that a gluten-free, casein-free diet could improve behavior in children with autism spectrum disorders.
Lactose Intolerance: A common condition where a person's digestive system cannot fully digest lactose, often leading to the adoption of a casein-free diet.
Dairy: A food group that includes milk and milk products, which are typically high in casein.
Grains: A food group that includes wheat, barley, rye, and triticale, which are typically high in gluten.

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