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Can an individual with gluten intolerance consume wheat-based food?

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Published At March 31, 2024
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am looking to enhance the nutritional content of my diet. I am considering incorporating more wheat-based foods. Can you provide insights into the essential nutrients found in wheat and how they contribute to overall health? Additionally, are there wheat or wheat-based products particularly rich in specific nutrients, and are there any considerations for individuals with gluten sensitivities? Please help.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read the query, and I can understand your concern.

Gluten allergy is termed gluten encephalopathy, where the consumption of gluten in any form leads to indigestion. It can cause bloating, vomiting, or diarrhea.

I suggest you take care of the following:

1 Avoid all processed or packaged foods that come with additives. Read labels if you still want to use one.

2 Avoid gluten like wheat, barley, rye, rawa (Semolina), and maida (wheat flour) products. Rice, millet, or oats can be the best alternatives.

3 Go for gluten-free pasta or pizza base or bread.

Yes, wheat is a staple food present in most cuisines worldwide. It is used in its original form, all-purpose form, or whole wheat flour in multiple ways, like paratha (flatbread), roti (flat bread), bread, pizza base, and pasta. When consumed as whole wheat flour it is rich in fiber and vitamin B12. It can be preferred over rice if intending to reduce weight with fibrous vegetables and cooked dals, high protein wraps, or buns. One can consume 1.05 to 1.76 ounces of wheat flour in one serving twice daily. Check for gluten encephalopathy, which means sensitivity towards gluten present in wheat, by adding one portion at a time and checking for the symposium.

I hope this will help you.

Thank you.

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