Tuesday, March 27, 2012

SPROUTS GLUTEN -FREE GUIDE

GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCTS
Sprouts Farmers Market Gluten-Free Grocery Guide is a great tool to gain a basic understanding of that "Gluten-Free" means and what Sprouts has to offer.

Since I have been on a gluten-free diet for 14 months, I will be relaying information to you.  You may not be gluten intolerent but I am sure someone in your family, neighborhood or work place is.  Please share this information with them.
1.  Who should consider a gluten-free diet?
2.  What is gluten?
3.  Where is gluten found in nature?
4.  Tips on foods you can eat and foods to avoid.
5.  Products that are Gluten-free items and available at Sprouts.
6.  Resources, information and ideas for a gluten-free diet.

WHO SHOULD CONSIDER A GLUTEN-FREE DIET?
Experts say that 20% of American are interested in gluten-free products and are exploring the relationship of eliminating gluten from their diets and its effect on their health.  For people who have been diagnozed with celiac disease, a gluten-free diet is a medical necessity.  For others, it may be a poersonal choice.

Possible reason for eliminating gluten are:
. Celiac disease
. Digestive disorders
. Dermatitis herpetiformis and/or skin disorders
.Wheat allergies
. Gluten insensitivities or intolerances
. Autism and related disorders (A gluten-free, casein-free diet has been used as an adjunct intervention treatment).  See resources for more information.

Whether it is a medical necessity or a matter of personal preference, there are many reasons to adopt a gluten-free diet.  Please consult your healthcare practitioner to discuss whether a gluten-free diet is appropriate for your personal health and lifestyle.


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