By Dr. Reema Sayegh, Nutritionist
Going gluten-free has never been more popular. However, it should be known that most commercial gluten-free products are still loaded with refined carbohydrates. In short, it is a tradeoff of one processed flour for another. Certainly, those intolerant of or allergic to gluten should adopt a gluten-free lifestyle, but for those with no issues, eschewing gluten does not guarantee better health from a nutritive standpoint. It might be wise to instead explore sprouted grain products, or whole grain products, which can also be gluten free, to offer superior nutrition.
Good advice, unless you go the way of what many Celiacs do--cutting out those carbs instead of replacing them with gluten-free products.
ReplyDeleteIt's safe to say many with Celiac don't give up the treats they love altogether, but instead adopt a better diet, one full of lean meats, fruits, vegetables, and essential nutrients.