5 Tanda Alergi Gluten yang Penting untuk Diwaspadai

5 Signs of Gluten Allergy that Need to be Watched Out for

5 Tanda Alergi Gluten yang Penting untuk Diwaspadai

Dream - Gluten is a protein found in grains and cereals, wheat, black wheat (rye), barley, and triticale. There are proteins in gluten, namely glutenin and gliadin. Both of these proteins act as a binder that maintains the shape and texture of food such as bread and pasta.

"Not everyone can safely consume food with gluten content. People with gluten allergies will experience uncomfortable symptoms in their bodies. In fact, this can also affect a decline in health conditions. So, what are the signs that can be recognized if someone has a gluten allergy? Let's find out more!"

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1. Having Digestive Problems

When someone has a gluten allergy, the main symptoms they will experience are digestive problems. These symptoms include nausea, bloating, diarrhea, stomach pain, and even constipation.

The following is the translation of the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "These conditions are often misunderstood as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), not gluten allergy. Therefore, if experiencing this, Sahabat Dream should be more cautious and regularly consult a doctor, yes!"

2. Unclear Weight Changes

Apart from digestive problems, gluten intolerance can cause unexplained weight loss and weight gain. This can occur due to the body's response to cell levels and metabolic disruptions caused by gluten.

Weight changes that occur suddenly can be a result of other diseases. If accompanied by symptoms of malabsorption or disruptions in the process of nutrient absorption, this could be a gluten allergy.

3. Hormonal Imbalance

Allergy to gluten has a direct relationship with hormonal disorders. This can cause conditions such as irregular menstrual cycles, sudden weight changes, and sleep disturbances. Hormonal disorders caused by gluten allergies can increase multiple times during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. It is also important to remember that these symptoms are mostly experienced by women. So, you should be more careful, okay!

4. Skin and Nail Problems

Someone who has an allergy to gluten usually tends to experience skin problems, such as the clogging of hair follicles by keratin (keratosis pilaris) and dermatitis herpetiformis. The symptoms include itching and rashes that appear on the hands, body, face, buttocks, elbows, and hairline.

Other symptoms that can be experienced if someone has a gluten allergy are weak and brittle nails. In fact, this can be accompanied by other skin irritations such as eczema, which indicates blockage due to gluten.

5. Poor Dental Condition

In the case of gluten allergies, the absorption of necessary elements, minerals, and calcium in the intestines will be disrupted. As a result, problems with teeth and oral cavities such as hypersensitivity of enamel, cavities, and ulcers on the mucous membrane can occur. So, if you have been taking good care of your teeth but still experience some issues, you may have a gluten allergy. Be careful! Report by Marha Adani Putri/ Source: Brightside

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