Gluten-Free Diet
A gluten-free diet that avoids all wheat products is essential for managing wheat allergy and preventing allergic reactions. By eliminating wheat proteins including albumin, globulin, gliadin, and gluten, the diet prevents IgE-mediated responses that can range from skin reactions and respiratory symptoms to life-threatening anaphylaxis. This dietary approach is the primary management strategy alongside emergency medication for accidental exposure.
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Key foods: Rice and rice flour, corn and cornmeal, quinoa, buckwheat, fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds (if not allergic)
How does Gluten-Free Diet assist with Wheat Allergy: The diet prevents exposure to wheat proteins that bind to IgE antibodies on mast cells and basophils, which would otherwise trigger degranulation and release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators. By avoiding all wheat-containing products, the allergic cascade is prevented, eliminating symptoms such as urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm, and potentially fatal anaphylactic reactions.