Gluten-free diet
Gluten-free diet
A Gluten-free diet is a diet that strictly excludes gluten, a mixture of proteins found in wheat and related grains, including barley, rye, oat, and all their species and hybrids (such as spelt, kamut, and triticale).
Pronunciation
Gluten-free diet: /ˈɡluːtən friː daɪət/
Etymology
The term "gluten-free" is derived from "gluten", a protein composite found in wheat and related grains, and "free", indicating the absence of something. The term "diet" comes from the Greek "diaita", which means "way of life".
Definition
A gluten-free diet is essential for managing signs and symptoms of Celiac disease and other medical conditions associated with gluten. This diet is also popular among people who haven't been diagnosed with a gluten-related medical condition. The claimed benefits of the diet are improved health, weight loss and increased energy.
Related Terms
- Celiac disease: A chronic digestive disorder resulting from an immune reaction to gliadin, a gluten protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and sometimes oats.
- Non-celiac gluten sensitivity: A condition where symptoms similar to those of celiac disease are experienced, but no antibodies against gliadin are present in the patient's blood, and no damage to the lining of the intestines is observed.
- Wheat allergy: An allergic reaction to foods containing wheat.
- Gluten ataxia: An autoimmune disorder affecting certain nerve tissues and causing problems with muscle control and voluntary muscle movement.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gluten-free diet
- Wikipedia's article - Gluten-free diet
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