Gluten-free diet.(GFD) is the cornerstone treatment for celiac disease (CD). GFD implies a strict and lifelong elimination from the diet.of gluten, the storage protein found in wheat, barley, rye and hybrids of these grains, such as kamut and triticale. The absence of gluten in natural and processed foods, despite being the key aspect of GFD, may lead to nutritional consequences, such as deficits and imbalances. The nutritional adequacy of GFD is particularly important in children, this the age being of maximal energy and nutrient requirements for growth, development and activity. In recent years, attention has focused on the nutritional quality of gluten-free products (GFPs) available in the market. It is well recognized that GFPs are considered of lower quality and poorer nutritional value compared to the gluten-containing counterparts. The present review focuses on the nutritional adequacy of GFD at the pediatric age, with the aim being to increase awareness of the potential complications associated with this diet. to identify strategies in order to avoid them and to promote a healthier diet.and lifestyle in children with CD.

Gluten free diet in children: an approach to nutritionally adequate and balanced diet / F. Penagini, D. Dilillo, F. Meneghin, C. Mameli, V. Fabiano, G.V. Zuccotti. - In: NUTRIENTS. - ISSN 2072-6643. - 5:11(2013 Nov 18), pp. 4553-4565.

Gluten free diet in children: an approach to nutritionally adequate and balanced diet

F. Penagini
Primo
;
F. Meneghin;C. Mameli;V. Fabiano
Penultimo
;
G.V. Zuccotti
Ultimo
2013

Abstract

Gluten-free diet.(GFD) is the cornerstone treatment for celiac disease (CD). GFD implies a strict and lifelong elimination from the diet.of gluten, the storage protein found in wheat, barley, rye and hybrids of these grains, such as kamut and triticale. The absence of gluten in natural and processed foods, despite being the key aspect of GFD, may lead to nutritional consequences, such as deficits and imbalances. The nutritional adequacy of GFD is particularly important in children, this the age being of maximal energy and nutrient requirements for growth, development and activity. In recent years, attention has focused on the nutritional quality of gluten-free products (GFPs) available in the market. It is well recognized that GFPs are considered of lower quality and poorer nutritional value compared to the gluten-containing counterparts. The present review focuses on the nutritional adequacy of GFD at the pediatric age, with the aim being to increase awareness of the potential complications associated with this diet. to identify strategies in order to avoid them and to promote a healthier diet.and lifestyle in children with CD.
celiac disease; gluten-free diet; children; nutritional complications; balanced diet
Settore MED/38 - Pediatria Generale e Specialistica
Settore MED/12 - Gastroenterologia
18-nov-2013
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