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Infographic: Rising Popularity of the Gluten-Free Diet
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Infographic: Rising Popularity of the Gluten-Free Diet

Many of us realize that a “gluten free” label doesn’t automatically mean healthy. Yet for roughly 5-percent of population with celiac disease (or a gluten intolerance) staying away from foods that contain gluten (wheat, barley, malt, or rye) is essential to health. Still, the popularity of a gluten free lifestyle continues to soar—with an estimated market growth […]

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Things to Know About a Gluten-Free Diet
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Things to Know About a Gluten-Free Diet

While grocery shopping, you’ve likely noticed there are a myriad of products with a “gluten-free” label on the packaging. Even though this diet is so popular, many of us don’t have the foggiest what going gluten free actually means. Let’s clear up six common misconceptions about going gluten-free!

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A Guide to the Best Wheat-Free/Gluten Free Flours
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

A Guide to the Best Wheat-Free/Gluten Free Flours

We’ve created this handy guide to 15 popular wheat free, gluten free flours. Most are fairly easy to find in supermarkets and health food stores these days, so after reading you’ll be ready to pick some up and put an alternative flour to work right in your own kitchen!

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Healthy Gluten-Free Meals
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Healthy Gluten-Free Meals

Chances are you know someone who has a gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, which results in the small intestine struggling to process gluten—a food component found in many popular dishes. Failing to avoid these foods can be devastating, resulting in severe nausea and even nerve damage. But there’s good news; it’s not all that difficult to make a delicious gluten-free meal!

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Afraid of the G-Word? Facts About Gluten
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Afraid of the G-Word? Facts About Gluten

The gluten-free fad has sparked debate among health professionals, arguing the pros and cons of  gluten in your diet. But many experts can agree that cutting out gluten also cuts out a lot of high fiber and nutrient-rich products too, resulting in the need to ensure these losses are consumed through other foods. So don’t be afraid of the G-word any more.

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