scholarly journals Gluten-free food database: the nutritional quality and cost of packaged gluten-free foods

PeerJ ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. e1337 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin Missbach ◽  
Lukas Schwingshackl ◽  
Alina Billmann ◽  
Aleksandra Mystek ◽  
Melanie Hickelsberger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Nutritional Quality ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Food Products ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Food Composition ◽  
Nutrient Composition ◽  
Bakery Products ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Approximation Process

Notwithstanding a growth in popularity and consumption of gluten-free (GF) food products, there is a lack of substantiated analysis of the nutritional quality compared with their gluten-containing counterparts. To put GF foods into proper perspective both for those who need it (patients with celiac disease) and for those who do not, we provide contemporary data about cost and nutritional quality of GF food products. The objective of this study is to develop a food composition database for seven discretionary food categories of packaged GF products. Nutrient composition, nutritional information and cost of foods from 63 GF and 126 gluten-containing counterparts were systematically obtained from 12 different Austrian supermarkets. The nutrition composition (macro and micronutrients) was analyzed by using two nutrient composition databases in a stepwise approximation process. A total of 63 packaged GF foods were included in the analysis representing a broad spectrum of different GF categories (flour/bake mix, bread and bakery products, pasta and cereal-based food, cereals, cookies and cakes, snacks and convenience food). Our results show that the protein content of GF products is >2 fold lower across 57% of all food categories. In 65% of all GF foods, low sodium content was observed (defined as <120 mg/100 g). Across all GF products, 19% can be classified as source high in fiber (defined as >6g/100 g). On average, GF foods were substantially higher in cost, ranging from +205% (cereals) to +267% (bread and bakery products) compared to similar gluten-containing products. In conclusion, our results indicate that for GF foods no predominant health benefits are indicated; in fact, some critical nutrients must be considered when being on a GF diet. For individuals with celiac disease, the GF database provides a helpful tool to identify the food composition of their medical diet. For healthy consumers, replacing gluten-containing products with GF foods is aligned with substantial cost differences but GF foods do not provide additional health benefits from a nutritional perspective.

Gluten content in labeled and unlabeled gluten-free food products used by patients with celiac disease

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wajiha Mehtab ◽  
Vikas Sachdev ◽  
Alka Singh ◽  
Samagra Agarwal ◽  
Namrata Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Food Products ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Gluten Content

Development of Gluten-Free Food Products Incorporated by Germinated and Popped Finger and Pearl Millets

2018 ◽  
Vol 55 (3) ◽  
pp. 291
Author(s):  
E. S. Chauhan ◽  
Sarita .
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Finger Millet ◽  
Phosphorus Content ◽  
Food Products ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Crude Fiber ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Nutrient Contents

Recently, celiac disease is a prominent syndrome in developing countries and there is a growing demand for gluten-free foods. Availability of millets is easy and provides many opportunities for developing gluten-free foods. In this study food processing such as germination and popping were carried out to improve nutrients in millets and gluten-free food products were developed incorporating them at 10, 20 and 30%. Germinated Finger Millet Flour (GFMF) had ash (2.7 g/100g), fat (2.0 g/ 100g), crude fiber (4.5 g/100g), protein (8.7 g/100g), carbohydrate (69.2 g/100g), calcium (359.6 mg/100g) and iron (4.5 mg/100g). Popped pearl millet flour (PPMF) contained ash (2.2 g/100g), fat (5.9 g/100g), crude fiber (2.8 g/100g), protein (14.4 g/100g), carbohydrate (64.7 g/100g), calcium (51.2 mg/100g) and iron (8.9 mg/100g). Popping also enhanced ash, protein, carbohydrate, iron and phosphorus content in millets. Two products named fortified sweet pancake and millet dense halwa were prepared by incorporating GFMF and GPMF. Choco phirni and fritter snacks were developed by incorporating PFMF and PPMF. Sensory scores of the products revealed that 10% incorporation of all developed food products were best accepted. Thus incorporation of processed finger and pearl millets in developed food products helped in improving the nutrient contents and thus is a good alternative for celiac patients.

Nutritional considerations of a pediatric gluten free food guide for celiac disease

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-31
Author(s):  
Diana R. Mager ◽  
Samantha Cyrkot ◽  
Christine Lirette ◽  
Herbert Brill ◽  
Jenna Dowhaniuk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Nutrient Intake ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Food Literacy ◽  
Nutrition Guidelines

Abstract The gluten free (GF) diet is the only treatment for celiac disease (CD). While the GF diet can be nutritious, increased reliance on processed and packaged GF foods can result in higher fat/sugar and lower micronutrient intake in children with CD. Currently, there are no evidence-based nutrition guidelines that address the GF diet. The objective of this cross-sectional study was to describe the methodological considerations in forming a GF food guide for Canadian children and youth (4-18 years) with CD. Food guide development occurred in three phases: 1) evaluation of nutrient intake and dietary patterns of children on the GF diet, 2) pre-guide stakeholder consultations with 151 health care professionals and 383 community end users, and 3) development of 1260 GF diet simulations that addressed cultural preferences and food traditions, diet patterns and diet quality. Stakeholder feedback identified nutrient intake and food literacy as important topics for guide content. Except for vitamin D, the diet simulations met 100% macro- and micronutrient requirements for age-sex. The pediatric GF plate model recommends intake of >50% fruits and vegetables, <25% grains and 25% protein foods with a stronger emphasis on plant-based sources. Vitamin D fortified fluid milk/unsweetened plant-based alternatives and other rich sources are important to optimize vitamin D intake. The GF food guide can help children consume a nutritiously adequate GF diet and inform policy makers regarding the need for nutrition guidelines in pediatric CD.

scholarly journals Effect of Gluten-Free Bakery Products on Serum Levels of Mineral Elements in Healthy Consumers

2020 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
pp. 41-50
Author(s):  
M. Gažarová ◽  
J. Kopčeková ◽  
J. Mrázová ◽  
P. Chlebo
Keyword(s):  
Daily Intake ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Mineral Elements ◽  
Bakery Products ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Free Products ◽  
Mineral Status ◽  
Healthy Nutrition ◽  
Average Serum

AbstractHealthy nutrition requires the intake of all macronutrients and micronutrients in optimal ratio and quantity. Nowadays, many people tend to gluten-free food without health and medical reasons. Many gluten-free products are nutritionally poorer than gluten-containing analogues. Although in many cases gluten-free products are nutritionally rich (either naturally or as a result of fortification), the bioavailability of nutrients is limited. The study focused on the influence of a six-week consumption of gluten-free bread and bakery products on mineral status in thirty healthy people without coeliac disease and the impacts eight weeks after the end of the consumption. Since the recommended daily intake for phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and iron was satisfied at only 84–88% for our volunteers, we consider the increase in the average serum levels of the monitored parameters to be positive (except for calcium). The six-week consumption of gluten-free bakery products had a positive effect on the mineral status of the monitored group of healthy consumers. We found a significant increase in phosphorus (P < 0.001) and magnesium (P < 0.01) levels, a certain increase in iron (P > 0.05), whereas the level of calcium insignificantly lowered (P > 0.05).

scholarly journals The Relationship of Perceived Health Benefits and Information Sources to Following a Gluten-Free Diet Among People Without Celiac Disease or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 704-704
Author(s):  
Kristina Arslain ◽  
Pratiksha Baishya ◽  
Christopher Gustafson ◽  
Devin Rose
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Agricultural Research ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Gluten Free Diet ◽  
Gluten Sensitivity ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Objectives The gluten-free diet (GFD) has been adopted by many people who do not have Celiac disease or non-Celiac gluten sensitivity, but no studies examine the relationship of perceived health benefits of, and the sources that recommend trying, the GFD to the decision to follow the diet. Methods We surveyed a large, nationally representative sample of 3051 US residents about their attitudes, perceptions, and experiences with the GFD. Logistic regression was used to compare respondents who had no diagnosed need for a GFD but were currently avoiding or had avoided gluten previously (GF-Consumer) to the consumers that had never tried a GFD. Results Over one-fifth of our respondents were GF-Consumers. Beliefs that “a gluten-reduced diet is healthier for people than a full-gluten containing diet” (OR 1.55; P &lt; 0.01), that “gluten-free products are generally more nutritious than their gluten-containing variant” (OR 1.53; P &lt; 0.01) and that a GFD can help clear acne (OR 1.44; P &lt; 0.01) were all positively associated with trying a GFD. The most influential source that suggested the diet was oneself who learned about a GFD through personal research (OR 3.35; P &lt; 0.01). This was followed by “family member or friend” (OR 2.68; P &lt; 0.01) and “healthcare center or health professional (doctor, dietitian, etc.)” (OR 2.10; P &lt; 0.01). Conclusions Positive, but scientifically unsubstantiated, beliefs about the benefits of the GFD were strongly associated with trying a GF diet. Both conventional and unconventional sources of information about the GFD were positively associated with following the diet. These findings about beliefs and information sources highlight potential barriers to the promotion of scientifically based nutritional recommendations to consumers. Funding Sources University of Nebraska Agricultural Research Division Innovation Fund for Wheat/Cereal Crops.

scholarly journals Making Nutritious Gluten-Free Foods from Quinoa Seeds and Its Flours

Proceedings ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 5
Author(s):  
Patricia Miranda Villa ◽  
Natalia Cervilla ◽  
Romina Mufari ◽  
Antonella Bergesse ◽  
Edgardo Calandri
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Nutritional Quality ◽  
Protein Digestibility ◽  
World Population ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
High Quality ◽  
The World ◽  
Amino Acid Score

Celiac disease is affecting around 1% of the world population and an effective treatment needs to exclude gluten. Quinoa is a high-quality gluten-free protein, and starch-rich endosperm, like the cereals. Protein contents and theoretical Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS) were evaluated in quinoas from Northwest and Centre of Argentina. A batter-type gluten-free quinoa bread was developed, showing good volume, taste, nutritional quality and a good long-lasting texture. Malted quinoa seeds’ quality indicators rose until 48 h of germination; after that, an unpleasant taste was developed. Muffins made with that flour showed acceptable taste.

scholarly journals Gluten contamination in gluten-free bakery products: a risk for coeliac disease patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 413-416 ◽  
Author(s):  
Priscila Farage ◽  
Yanna Karla de Medeiros Nóbrega ◽  
Riccardo Pratesi ◽  
Lenora Gandolfi ◽  
Pedro Assunção ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Coeliac Disease ◽  
Quantitative Study ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Bakery Products ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Codex Alimentarius ◽  
Upper Limit

AbstractObjectiveThe present study aimed to assess the safety of gluten-free bakery products for consumption by coeliac patients.Design/settingIn the current exploratory cross-sectional quantitative study, a total of 130 samples were collected from twenty-five bakeries in Brasilia (Brazil). For the quantification of gluten, an ELISA was used. The threshold of 20 ppm gluten was considered as the safe upper limit for gluten-free food, as proposed in the Codex Alimentarius.ResultsThe results revealed a total of 21·5 % of contamination among the bakery products sampled. Sixty-four per cent of the bakeries sold at least one contaminated product in our sample.ConclusionsThese findings represent a risk for coeliac patients since the ingestion of gluten traces may be sufficient to adversely impact on their health.

scholarly journals Nutritional quality and costs of gluten-free products: a case-control study of food products on the Norwegian marked

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mari C.W. Myhrstad ◽  
Marlene Slydahl ◽  
Monica Hellmann ◽  
Lisa Garnweidner-Holme ◽  
Knut E. A. Lundin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Celiac Disease ◽  
Nutritional Quality ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Grocery Stores ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Fiber Intake ◽  
Nutrient Adequacy ◽  
Signed Rank ◽  
Signed Rank Test

Background: Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disease triggered by gluten exposure in genetically predisposed individuals. A life-long intake of a gluten-free (GF) diet is required for its management. Wheat, rye and barley are eliminated in a GF diet and the nutritional adequacy of the diet has been questioned. In Norway, cereals and bread constitute a key role of the diet and are the main source of fiber intake. Gluten restrictions may therefore offer important implications for nutrient adequacy especially linked to fiber intake in people with celiac disease. Objective: The aim of the study was to investigate the nutritional quality and price of GF products and compare with gluten-containing counterparts available at instead of in the Norwegian market. Design: The macronutrient content of 423 unique GF products were compared with 337 equivalents with gluten. All products were selected from grocery stores and web-based shops, with the aim of including as many GF products as possible. Listed macronutrients content and price in 11 different food categories were compared to gluten-containing counterparts with Wilcoxon signed rank test. Results: The GF products contained less protein and fiber, and higher content of saturated fat, carbohydrate and salt compared to the gluten-containing products. The total amount of fat was not different between the groups. A similar pattern was found within several of the food categories. More gluten-containing products met the nutrition claim “high in fiber” (fiber > 6 g/100 g) compared to the GF products. The price of the GF products was higher; ranging from 46%–443% more expensive than the gluten-containing products. Conclusion: GF products are less nutritious and have a higher price compared to equivalent gluten-containing products. Knowing that an unhealthy diet is the most important risk factor for developing non-communicable diseases, the nutritional quality of a GF diet needs to be addressed and should be improved.

scholarly journals Raw materials for the production of gluten-free products investigation

2021 ◽  
Vol 83 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-147
Author(s):  
A. S. Shatalova ◽  
I. S. Shatalov ◽  
Y. S. Lebedin ◽  
D. A. Baranenko
Keyword(s):  
Raw Materials ◽  
Custom Union ◽  
Food Products ◽  
Free Food ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Technical Regulation ◽  
Free Products ◽  
Gluten Content ◽  
Haccp System

The food allergy and allergen control are important for global health concerns. Latent allergens are a paramount problem in the specialized food products. Cross-contact and post-cleaning contamination are the main sources of these problems. According to the norms of the Technical Regulation Custom Union N 027/2012 and the Codex Stan 118-79 standard, the gluten content in food products should not exceed 20 mg / kg of the product. The purpose of this study was to analyze raw materials for the gluten-free food products manufacture to justify the HACCP system implementation. The samples of gluten-free flours were selected as research objects to assess the cleanliness of storage, transportation and production facilities in factories producing gluten-free products. In this study, we analyzed the samples of gluten-free flours to assess the cleanliness of storage conditions, transportation and industrial premises in gluten-free factories. The results showed that when using raw materials stored under improper conditions an increase in the gluten content in the final product is observed. We concluded that the gluten-free flours storage conditions in a room with gluten-containing raw materials are unacceptable, because the final product will have high gluten content. Thus, this product cannot be marketed as gluten-free. In addition, we analyzed the washes from the equipment after baking cookies from these flours. We found that in order to comply with regulations, it was necessary to conduct 3 consecutive washing

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