 We explain gluten sensitivity This is Tina. During the last few months, she has problems with her stomach. It hurts and she's bloating very often Since last week she also developed a headache, which makes her tired all the time Tina is getting worried. She has to see a doctor Tina's doctor asks about her eating habits and the symptoms of her disease. The doctor thinks that Tina has problems with gluten First he makes a test to rule out wheat allergies and celiac disease. Now he is sure it's gluten sensitivity Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. When a person is gluten-sensitive and tolerant this protein causes a reaction Just as with Tina Researchers are still looking for biomarkers that would diagnose this disease. Right now, there is no specific test But gluten sensitivity is diagnosed if the symptoms improve after staying on a gluten-free diet Unfortunately, the only treatment for gluten sensitivity is following a gluten-free diet This means no more pasta for Tina. This new diet excludes all wheat, barley, rye and cross contaminated oats Since we don't know what causes a bad reaction to gluten yet, the only way to stop the symptoms is to stay away from gluten altogether But don't worry. There are a lot of products in the market that are gluten-free even pasta, bread and cereals And by the way eating gluten-free products is a form of precaution Doesn't influence whether or not you will develop a gluten sensitivity