GLUTEN FREE IS NOT A TREND
There are two types of people who need to go on a gluten free diet: people who are allergic to gluten and people who are sensitive to gluten. People who are allergic to gluten, or celiacs, should by now know that they must avoid gluten at all coasts, as they get an immediate allergic reaction soon after coming into contact with the protein. However, people who are sensitive to gluten have a harder time knowing to what degree they are sensitive to gluten. The most effective way to test out your sensitivity to gluten is through Genetic Testing, which combines your family medical history with your lab diagnosis. A less accurate test is the Anti-gliadin Antibodies, which measures for antibodies to one of the types of gluten found in wheat. Strong indicators that you should jump on this bandwagon are:
Celiac parents Iron deficiency Folate deficiency Vitamin B12 deficiency chronic gi symptoms Infertility Recurrent miscarriage Chronic anemia Osteoporosis Migraine headaches Psoriasis Eczema IBS Bipolar Schizophrenia Low thyroid (Hypothyroid) ADD ADHD Autism Fibromyalgia Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Restless Legs Syndrome Sleep Apnea Type I diabetes Type II diabetes Multiple Sclerosis Any Autoimmune Disease Bloating after eating processed foods
Even if just one of these resonates with you, take the test. Better safe than sorry.