Health Tip: Avoiding Gluten

Health Tip: Avoiding Gluten

(HealthDay News) -- People with celiac disease should avoid eating gluten, a protein found in most grains, especially wheat.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics makes these suggestions for avoiding gluten:

• Always read food labels. Look for gluten-free foods that are fortified with iron and folate.

• Opt for whole grains that are naturally gluten free, such as buckwheat, quinoa, teff, millet, corn, flax and amaranth.

• Carefully read restaurant menus and ask questions about ingredients.