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Depicted below is a food pyramid for a person with a gluten-free diet. A gluten-free diet is a diet that removes the protein from daily consumption. Gluten can be found in foods that are made of grains like barley, wheat, rye, etc. Gluten-free diets are used to treat celiac disease.

When individuals with celiac disease ingest gluten, the small intestines become inflamed. By eating gluten-free and following this pyramid, people with celiac disease can control their signs and symptoms by preventing complications.

It is not easy to completely remove gluten from the normal diet, but with the help of these healthy alternatives it is more manageable. With some creativity and time, people will find that there are now many foods on the market that offers gluten-free substitutes.

As you may notice, there are no breads or grains in this food pyramid. Instead, a gluten-free diet should increase the intake of other foods such as proteins found in beans, seeds, and nuts. Eggs and fresh meats like fish and poultry are also great substitutes for gluten. Additionally, it is important to increase fruit, vegetable, and dairy intake when switching over to a gluten- free diet.

By staying positive and keeping an open mind to new foods, becoming gluten-free can be a new and fun lifestyle while staying happy and healthy.