The availability of gluten-free food has improved along with demand from people allergic to the compound which occurs naturally in some grains. Gluten sensitivities can range from difficulty digesting the protein to joint pain to auto-immune disorders.
Gluten-free technology has improved, making it easier to plan meals with the availability of gluten-free ingredients, pre-packaged mixes and frozen baked goods; and restaurants are now offering more gluten-free menu items.
What exactly is gluten and why is gluten-free so popular?
Gluten is a protein contained in wheat, rye, barley and other cereal grains. Often, is it added to other foods as a stabilizing agent, "hiding" in products that you would never suspect.
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