Friday, May 30, 2014

Selecting Products From An Online Gluten Free Bakery

By Nora Jennings


Many people have a sensitivity to gluten and battle to find suitable products to add some variety to their diets. Having to change a diet can be a daunting prospect and access to an online gluten free bakery helps to make this change easier. Bakeries like this offer a wide variety of flavorful products from which to choose.

Gluten is the substance that gives all baked goods like bread its texture and elasticity. Some people suffer an autoimmune reaction when they eat this substance. The small intestine becomes inflamed and damage to its lining means that nutrients are no longer absorbed properly. People with certain autoimmune diseases and digestive disorders such as Celiac disease have to eliminate this substance from their diets or they suffer terrible consequences.

Some of the grains that are forbidden to these individuals are wheat, barley, rye and oats. Unfortunately, many of the products consumed on a daily basis are made from these grains. However, progress has been made and bakeries are now using a number of other grains and starches to produce products acceptable in the diet of those suffering this intolerance. Rice, sorghum, tapioca and potatoes are all used to produce acceptable flours.

Bread is a staple in many diets and giving it up can be a great deprivation. Fortunately, this is not necessary as many breads using alternative flours are being made today. A bread made from millet, sorghum and teff flour is a wholesome, high fiber option. A loaf of bread can be purchased on its own but it is also possible to purchase a number of loaves at a time to keep in the freezer.

People who have to change their diet to eat this way often miss the great texture and flavors of the foods they used to eat. However, with the advent of many online bakeries offering quality products, it is much easier than before to avoid feeling deprived. Moist brownies and muffins, delicious cupcakes and chocolate chip cookies are just some of the sweet treats on offer. There are also cake mixes, desserts and even hamburger buns and pizzas available.

The problem with some of these foods is that they contain hidden sugars, fats and sodium. These are added to help improve the flavor but are not good for your health. It is very important to read labels and make sure about the ingredients found in the product being purchased. You may find, for example, that a product you thought was acceptable actually contains wheat for thickening.

Purchasing from bakeries that produce only these products is probably one of your best and safest options. It beats combing the isles of your local supermarket for acceptable products. Items may be more expensive but you have an amazing array of products to choose from and peace of mind that they are safe for you to eat.

Items can be shipped frozen or fresh, depending on the destination and type of products ordered. Bakeries selling these types of products often have them tested to make sure that they contain fewer than five parts per million of gluten. You need to give yourself time to adjust to your change in diet. It helps to know that their are many high quality, flavorful products provided by bakeries today that offer delicious, satisfying alternatives.




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