‘Gluten’ refers to a dietary protein mostly found in certain grains and cereals. It is the sticky element that binds the bread together to stay intact.

Gluten-free refers to mostly flour-based food items that do not include gluten. It is also related to Celiac disease and discarding gluten infused products helps people who follow gluten-free diet.

Desserts and bakery goods usually contain gluten. Also, a few gluten-infused grains are wheat, rye, barley, triticale, khorasen wheat, and spelt that can be discarded from gluten-free diet.

Any grains, cereals or pulses that are devoid of gluten and are used as the substitute for gluten. Also, other fruits and vegetables, fresh meat and fish can be consumed as gluten-free diet.

There is nothing essentially unhealthy about gluten-infused diet. However, if you are associated with gluten-insensitivity or celiac disease, it is recommended you follow a gluten-free diet.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune reaction that could lead the body’s immune system to attack healthy cells, causing damage to the lining of the intestine.

It is neither a gluten allergy nor is it the same as gluten intolerance. But the two share common digestive system symptoms, such as constipation, bloating, excessive gas, fatigue, and stomach pain. But gluten intolerance has nothing to do with the body’s immune system.