Going gluten-free has gotten a lot easier lately.  Gluten-free products – everything from bagels to beer– are showing up on store shelves like never before.  And consumers can’t get enough. Last year alone, Americans spent $2.6 billion on gluten-free foods, and they’re hungry for more.  For those who have a true intolerance or sensitivity to gluten – a protein found in wheat, rye and barley – these foods are blessing.  But many of these products are being snapped up by those who tolerate gluten just fine – in the belief that going gluten-free is a great strategy for weight loss.  And to them, I say, “buyer beware” – because gluten-free doesn’t necessarily mean low calorie. Read more »

Gluten seems to be the new dietary no-no. As during the fat-free and low-carb crazes of the past, consumers are now clamoring for gluten-free products like never before.

Before jumping on the gluten-free bandwagon, though, a bit of background is in order. Read more »