Wheat is a staple component of the western diet and is contained in a huge variety of products.   Wheat or gluten allergies / intolerances are very common affecting in the region of 1 in 250 people.  The very serious Coeliac Disease affects around 1 in 33 people.   Many people with health disorders such as IBS, MS, Chronic Fatigue, Crohn’s Disease, Autism and Arthritis improve dramatically by eliminating wheat from their diet.

Symptoms of wheat allergies can include bloating, headaches, diarrhoea and vomiting, in severe cases, some experience anaphylaxis.   Coeliac disease involves a severe reaction to wheat and is diagnosed firstly with a blood test followed by an intestinal biopsy.  Anyone suffering Coeliac Disease, MUST eliminate wheat or they will experience permanent damage to the intestinal system.  (Coeliacs are given an NHS prescription for some wheat free products).

If you do have a wheat allergy or intolerance, the only way to experience relief is to eliminate wheat from the diet,  If you suspect a wheat / gluten allergy and Coeliac disease has been ruled out by your doctor, you may find Allergy Testing useful to ensure that you do indeed have a wheat allergy.

Despite wheat and gluten allergies becoming more and more common, it can be difficult to find tasty and wholesome gluten free foods.  The following companies sell gluten free / wheat free products online