Gluten-Free Keto: Using the Ketogenic Diet for Celiac Disease

Whether it’s for celiac disease, autoimmune disease, gluten sensitivity, or another reason, going gluten-free keto is perfectly manageable with the right tools, tricks, and tips, and a little forward-thinking and planning. What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein present in grains. The gluten in barley, rye, wheat, and triticale can lead to various health problems [1]. The term gluten broadly refers to a complex mixture of hundreds of different related proteins, such as gliadin and glutenin [2] Many people seem to benefit from ditching gluten in their diet. Research and studies uncover that in many cases, gluten can exacerbate or otherwise play a role in the development of certain conditions, such as depression, anxiety, intestinal permeability, and some autoimmune diseases [3] [4] What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease involving a genetic predisposition and damage to the small intestine with the consumption of gluten. When someone with celiac disease eats gluten, their body ignites a powerful immune response that attacks and damages the small intestine and the intestinal villi — small […]…