Wheat Free

WHY FOLLOW A WHEAT FREE DIET?

There are a number of reasons for choosing a wheat free diet, the most common being due to a wheat intolerance or wheat allergy. This is slightly different to a Coeliac diet which requires avoiding all gluten, not just wheat and wheat flour.

ABOUT WHEAT ALLERGY

Food allergies cause the body to create an antibody against a particular food element (e.g. wheat protein). While wheat allergy is most commonly found in children, most will grow out of it.

SYMPTOMS OF WHEAT ALLERGY

Most wheat allergies are mild, with symptoms including itchiness, eczema, and cold/flu symptoms. However, in more extreme cases, this can extend further to swelling in the mouth and cramps, and in the most severe cases, anaphylaxis.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE A WHEAT ALLERGY?

A doctor can confirm if you have a wheat allergy through a basic skin prick test, and depending on the severity of the allergy, you may still be able to eat a small amount of wheat. Always be sure to consult your doctor or healthcare professional for advice.

If you have any kind of wheat sensitivity, why not try The Wheat Free Muesli by Food For Health? The Wheat Free Muesli is a scrumptious muesli full of all things good for you. It contains immune boosting pumpkin seeds, vitamin filled fruit & energy high oats. Sunflower seeds & linseeds are added as well to help increase the fibre content. Almonds & hazelnuts are included too; not just because they are good for you but cause they taste great! All this & it’s still wheat & yeast free.

About Liver Cleansing

WHAT DOES THE LIVER DO?

The liver is essential for the body to eliminate toxins (i.e. alcohol), break down dietary fats, and assisting the body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins. The liver is also responsible for converting the carbohydrates that we eat into the glucose that our body needs for energy.

WHY CLEANSE YOUR LIVER?

Cleansing your liver can help to reduce issues such as headaches, weakness, fatigue, allergies, food sensitivities and poor concentration.

WHAT FOODS TO AVOID

When detoxing or cleansing your liver it is wise to avoid foods that are high in fat, carbohydrates, cholesterol and sugar, as well as avoiding alcohol. These include such foods as pasta, bread, processed foods (i.e. chips, ready-made meals etc.), lollies, soft drink etc.

WHAT FOODS TO EAT

Along with drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated, it is recommended that you eat fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as other fibre sources such as beans, nuts, and legumes. If you don't think you can live without a delicious bowl of pasta, consider trying brown or wholemeal pasta or rice instead of white grains.

To make cleansing you liver that bit easier, Food For Health have created The Liver Cleansing Muesli. The Liver Cleansing Muesli is a delicious mix or all things good for your liver & digestive system. You have lecithin which is a source of amino acids; choline & inositol and also added amino; taurine; which altogether help cleanse the liver & metabolise fat. Fibre high psyllium & essential fatty acid source; LSA (linseeds, sunflower seeds & almonds). Slippery elm and barley bran is also added to support digestive function.