Even goddess Kaka loves to use it! What's on the Gluten-Free Diet? Nutritionist reveals the truth: It may not necessarily help weight loss
What’s on the Gluten-Free Diet? What foods meet the definition of a gluten-free diet?
In recent years, “gluten-free diet” has become popular. Many celebrities and Internet celebrities advocate “zero gluten” life, claiming that it not only has the effect of losing weight, but also makes the body healthier. What is the definition of gluten-free diet? Does it really help with weight loss? Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing explained in a social post that the gluten-free diet originated in European and American countries. Many Hollywood stars practiced it because they needed to maintain their figure. In recent years, the gluten-free trend has gradually spread to Asia.
Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing explained that gluten is a protein component found in wheat, barley and rye. The chewy texture of the pasta products that people usually eat is due to the presence of gluten. In addition, “gluten” that often appears in traditional vegetarian diets also refers to gluten.
According to medical research, certain groups of people may be allergic to gluten, which can trigger an inflammatory response in the body and cause gastrointestinal discomfort and other symptoms. Therefore, the “gluten-free diet” designed for people with such allergies was born. The main content is to replace wheat products as the staple food with other gluten-free whole grains, root vegetables and fruits.
In addition to rice, nutritionist Yu Zhuqing emphasizes that the following plants can be used as good staple food sources for gluten-free diets (arranged in order of calories):
Barley: 378 kcal, 1.8g fiber
Millet: 370 kcal, 2.2g fiber
Buckwheat: 360 kcal, 3.5g fiber
Taro: 128 kcal, 2.3g fiber
Quinoa: 120 kcal, 2.7g fiber
Sweet potato: 114 kcal, 2.5g fiber
Yam: 85 kcal, 4g fiber
Potato: 77 kcal, 1.5g fiber
Pumpkin: 74 kcal, 2.2g fiber
Corn: 66 kcal, 4.5g fiber
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Can a gluten-free diet help with weight loss? Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing explained that because many European and American stars such as Gurness. Gwyneth Paltrow and Lady Gaga have added fuel to the fire, causing many people to equate gluten-free diet with weight loss diet. In fact, because the diet will greatly reduce the intake of bread, noodles, desserts, and eat less high-starch and high-sugar foods, the total daily caloric intake will be reduced, so after a period of implementation, the weight will naturally be reduced.
Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing said that the weight loss effect of a gluten-free diet is the same as that of all “diet control”. The weight loss effect is not necessarily achieved through a gluten-free diet.
What should I eat on a gluten-free diet? Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing said that first of all, we must refuse to regard “pasta” as a staple food and replace it with rice or other cereals or root ingredients; cakes, biscuits and other dessert snacks made of flour must also be banned. Many snack products now specifically indicate whether they contain gluten, so people may wish to pay more attention when purchasing.
There is still controversy as to whether the “oatmeal” that many people love is considered gluten-free. However, if someone is not severely allergic to gluten and just wants to achieve dietary control through a gluten-free diet, it is recommended that oats be treated with a looser standard and that it is okay to eat them normally. If you have any concerns about the content of a gluten-free diet, it is recommended to consult a physician or nutritionist before implementing it.
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