Gluten-free demand continues to grow in lock step with the ongoing increase in diagnosis rates for celiac disease. According to an article published in May 2005 by Mary Roach, popularized the word “gluten free” during a rare time of increased diagnosis rates for celiac disease. As the Roach article noted, between 2004 and 2005, gluten free searches increased 64 percent, while overall searches increased only 23 percent during this period. 2005 also saw the introduction of gluten-free products such as breads and pizza crusts.
A previous study conducted by Vendor Solutions showed that in the US, between 2004 and 2005, gluten-free related searches had increased over 4 percent, while in Australia it was experiencing double-digit growth and in Canada it was 11 percent. Over the past five years, weekly searches have increased fromarma toattiand for those in the US, while in Australia it is around 2 percent. Its research has also found that in the ‘celiac’ group of searches, the most popular term (according to Google) is ‘celiac [Food allergies]’.
The level of awareness of celiac disease is commensurate with the changes in the gluten free market. Previous research into the market found that a total of 94 million people searches for gluten free products and products andoa at the same time.ascertainment about the damage caused by gluten from the diet or the damage caused by gluten in the /ails, although this is not directlyatable. The market research found that gluten free products are the second most bought and enjoyed by the American people, next to ‘celiac’ illness.
The lowest gluten free search area is Australia, with an indicative yearly growth rate of .38% for 2004 and over 1% for 2005. Over the past five years, Australia has seen a steady rise in gluten free searches as health awareness has risen. Twenty one percent of Australians are believed to be celiacus in 2005.
A recent article in the Guardian Newspaper debated the question “Is sugar a conspiracy theory?” The viewpoint of the investigating team was that “Some scientists believe that gluten should be better recognized as a disease, pity the many people who have it and don’t know about it.”The University of Maryland’s Center for Celiac Research and Treatment was quoted as saying that one-third of the people diagnosed with celiac disease are not truly celiac. overeating is another topic, with the research showing that three-quarters of celiacs are overweight smokers.
The review verdict came in saying that oats are safe if taken alone, but not if used as bread substitute. The team concluded that oatsentious diet is safe for adults and not for Children under 5 yrs. of age.
A registered dietitian has conducted searches over the internet in complement to this report and found that oats comparatively offer more health benefits than theorized. Oats are rich in dietary fiber, Vitamin A, pectin, calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, and zinc.
The dietitian would however be quick to add that these benefits are from the dietary fiber components alone, and not the additives and other may have added health benefits of the super-sized commercial oat malt that is commonly sold.
The super-sized oat malt was reported to be a core ingredient in several gluten free products, including oatmeal porridge and bread dough.
The main controversies surrounding oats is their nutritional value and Hence the labeling of oats as ‘gluten free’ are only in some countries.
Prevents constipation
Is a low glycemic index
Is low GI
Is gluten free
The glycemic index of oat bran is 55 which is slightly lower than the glycemic index of brown rice and also lower than the GI of cereals which are higher.
Contains protein
Contains vitamin B1, 2, 3, 6, magnesium, iron, zinc, and phytic acid.
elevates post-absorptive levels of glucose and decreases post-absorptive hyperglycemic index.
It helps regulate insulin levels
It is anti-oxidant/antioxidant
It helps maintain a healthy weight.
It is diuretic.
It stimulates gastric function.
It regulates oral function.
It affects glucose levels.
It produces relaxant.
It helps with IBS.
It causes elevations in dopamine levels.
It produces antidepressants.
It is a cherub that helps withania, facilitation of sperm motility, and feeding of newborn.
It is helpful in weight loss.
It prevents cancer.
It offers antioxidant, antibacterial, and antiprotective benefits.
It is a rich source of dietary fiber.
