Most manufactured foods contain refined white carbohydrates and a high proportion of processed wheat and gluten, all of which are detrimental to our health. We are a nation increasingly suffering from food intolerances, chronic IBS and more serious digestive disorders such as Chrons, Colitis, diabetes and heart disease.
The importance of switching to a wholegrain diet cannot be underestimated. This means eating plenty of fresh foods, fruits and vegetables at home, but also being vigilant about the abundance of convenience products and snacks available on the market.
Many food intolerances and sensitivities - including reactions to wheat and gluten, IBS symptoms, bloating and weight management - can be improved by eliminating these overly processed foods from your diet and by simply checking the ingredients on product labels.
Those on specially restricted diets and coeliacs in particular, have to be exceptionally vigilant of foods they consume in order to avoid wheat and gluten. While avoiding these, they are often left with food choices that offer very low nutrition. More than anyone, coeliacs need extra care to ensure their diet includes the right levels of vitamins, minerals and nutrients.
