Gluten provides no essential nutrients. People with celiac disease have an immune reaction that is triggered by eating gluten. They develop inflammation and damage in their intestinal tracts and other parts of the body when they eat foods containing gluten.

In people with this autoimmune disease, gluten triggers the immune system to attack the small intestine. Even trace amounts of gluten can cause significant damage. With repeated attacks, the small intestine loses its ability to absorb vital nutrients, such as calcium and iron.

10 Benefits of Going Gluten-Free

1. Improves cholesterol levels

2. Promotes digestive health

3. Increases energy levels

4. Eliminates unhealthy and processed foods from your diet (oils, fried food, breads, and desserts to name a few)

5. More likely to eat fruits and vegetables because they are all gluten-free

6. Reduces your risk of heart disease, certain cancers, and diabetes

7. Helps ward off viruses and germs as many foods you will now eat will contain more antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals

8. Promotes healthy weight-loss

9. Improves health of people with irritable bowel syndrome and arthritis

10. Distinctly improved awareness of foods that can have an adverse effect on your health