Some people believe that it is a hereditary condition, while others suggest that it is not. Gluten allergies can develop in childhood or they can have a late onset and develop in adulthood.
Some research shows that gluten allergies that develop during childhood may wane during adolescence, but then can return when a person reaches 30 years and on. Gluten allergies that develop during adulthood are unlikely to disappear. In some cases, a gluten allergy may not be diagnosed until adulthood even though the person has been suffering from a range of symptoms for a large proportion of his or her life. In other cases, the allergy can be triggered by stress, infection, surgery, pregnancy and childbirth.
This indicates that some people may be more inherently susceptible to gluten allergies, suggesting additional support for the theory that gluten allergies are inherited. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy linked below.
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Something went wrong on our side, please try again. Remember that the diet will be easier to follow with time, especially as you begin to feel better and healthier. If you are gluten intolerant, it is a good idea to eliminate all gluten-containing foods from your kitchen to make it easier for you to follow your diet and prevent cross-contamination. Clean your cupboards, drawers, cutting boards and other kitchen equipment to make sure they are free of bread crumbs or other traces of gluten that could contaminate your gluten-free diet.
If you live with family or friends who are not gluten intolerant and don't want to adopt a gluten-free diet, make sure you keep a section of the kitchen gluten-free for you. Get your own cutting board and knife to minimize cross-contamination risks. You will find that most grocery stores have a gluten-free section with a variety of gluten-free breads, cereals and cake mixes.
You can safely turn to these foods, but be aware that most of them are highly processed and often more expensive compared to the conventional products. Instead, select foods that never contained gluten. Instead of self-diagnosing, ask the help of experts such as a nutritionist or dietitian with a background in gluten sensitivity.
This will reduce your risk for misdiagnosis and lead you towards the most suitable treatment. Getting a late but accurate diagnosis is far better than receiving a wrong diagnosis or not getting diagnosed at all.
Testing positive for coeliac disease or any form of gluten sensitivity particularly during your Golden Years can be difficult to accept at first. The good news is there are many naturally gluten-free foods that you can still eat, and the benefits of doing so are equally many too. From lowering your risk for cancer and diabetes to removing unhealthy processed foods from your diet, going gluten-free may not be as bad as you think.
Embrace a gluten-free lifestyle by stocking up on these gluten-free foods:. Contrary to what many people think, following a gluten-free diet or leading a gluten-free lifestyle is not equivalent to self-deprivation. To help you better adapt to this new way of life, we suggest you follow these tips:. Book an appointment with an accredited dietitian or nutritionist by phone on 07 between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday or send us an enquiry.
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