Gluten is a protein composite found in wheat and other grains, including barley and rye and processed foods and oats that have been contaminated by wheat through processing. There are many reasons as to why a person would avoid gluten. The number one reason would be Celiac Disease. Another reason is due to gluten intolerance.
Getting the diet right is easy when you know the ground rules.
Here is a list of gluten-free diet foods:
Beans, seeds, nuts in their natural, unprocessed form
Fresh eggs
Fresh meats, fish and poultry (not breaded, batter-coated or marinated)
Fruits and vegetables
Most dairy products
Corn, rice, potatoes, quinoa, millet, buckwheat and tapioca
Gluten free flours (rice, corn and potato)
In general, avoid the following foods unless they’re labeled as gluten-free or made with corn, rice, soy or other gluten-free grains:
Beer
Breads
Cakes and pies
Candies
Cereals
Cookies and crackers
Croutons
French fries
Pastas
Salad dressings
Sauces, including soy sauce
Seasoned snack foods, such as potato and tortilla chips
