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What is a Gluten-Free Diet?

Gluten-free means: no wheat, no rye, no barley. For people with coeliac disease this diet is medically necessary – for others it's a conscious choice.

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Simply Explained

Gluten-Free Diet Explained

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and spelt. It gives bread and dough their typical texture. For people with coeliac disease – an autoimmune condition – gluten is dangerous: the body reacts with an inflammatory response in the small intestine, causing serious long-term damage. People with non-coeliac gluten sensitivity also struggle with gluten without the same immunological reaction.

Background

Why do people eat gluten-free?

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Coeliac Disease

About 1% of the population has coeliac disease – an autoimmune condition where gluten damages the small intestine. A gluten-free diet is the only treatment.

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Gluten Sensitivity

Many people without coeliac disease still experience symptoms like bloating, fatigue or stomach pain after consuming gluten – known as non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.

Personal Choice

Some people choose gluten-free for personal reasons – feeling lighter, fitter or healthier. Personal experience speaks for itself.

Key Facts

Key Facts

  • ❌ Wheat, rye, barley, spelt
  • ❌ Regular bread, pasta & flour
  • ❌ Beer (contains barley)
  • ✅ Rice, maize, millet, buckwheat
  • ✅ Potatoes, meat, fish, eggs
  • ✅ Fruit, vegetables & legumes

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