A gluten-free diet is healthy as long as it be based on food that naturally do not contain gluten. Problems arise when people consume “gluten-free” products made from refined starches.

These food are no better than their counterparts with gluten since gluten-free junk food is still junk food.

Several researchers have raised quinoa as a viable ingredient for people looking for a gluten-free diet but do not want to give up on bread or pasta.

Some studies have shown that the use of quinoa instead of typical gluten-free ingredients, such as refined tapioca, potatoes, corn or rice flour can greatly increase the antioxidant and nutrient value of the diet.