Regular consumption of grains and grain products that have been commonly considered healthy have been wreaking untold havoc in the human body. Among other things, they are responsible for inflammations, auto-immune problems, high blood sugar levels, inefficient nutrient absorption, toenail fungus and cardiac problems. According to Rodale Wellness, these results can be gained when these grains are given up.
#1 Wheat and grains act as hormonal disrupters and cause a range of difficulties such as cramps, irregular periods, PMS and infertility. When these foods are removed the body is restored to its more normal flow.
#2 Dependency on wheat and grains can result to such symptoms as anxiousness and dysphoria, nausea, sweats, muscular and abdominal cramps, the runs, severe fatigue and headache when the body is denied these foods. Elimination of the source of addiction eliminates the addiction. Grain-free options such as grain-free noodle substitutes when eating in or looking for gluten-free options when eating out are a good place to start.
#3 Foregoing wheat and grains eases the hot flashes and increases the sex drive for pre-menopausal and menopausal women. An increase in testosterone levels results to better mood, sexual interest and assertiveness.
#4 In males, the hormonal disruption caused by wheat and grains can be quite apparent.
High levels of the aromatase enzyme in visceral fats transform testosterone to estrogen. The digestion of the gliadin protein of wheat products produces the A5 pentapeptide opiate, which stimulates the release of pregnancy and lactation hormones from the pituitary gland. Man breasts result from these processes.
Withdrawal from these foods allows the aromatase level to drop. Furthermore, the A5 pentapeptide goes, the testosterone level to goes up and the estrogen level to goes down.
Consequently man breasts shrink, libido goes up and erections are more successful.
#5 Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome have been found to recover from the abnormal symptoms attached to the condition, including the reduction of excess body and facial hair due to reduced insulin and inflammation after abstinence from wheat and grains.
#6 Another pleasant side-effect of wheat and grain elimination is the regrowth of hair into a thicker and fuller head over time possibly as a result of detoxification and the correction of skin inflammation.
#7 A wheat and grain-free lifestyle translates to less plaque in the teeth, fresher breath and less risk of gingivitis and cavities. As the oral flora and bowel flora become healthier, dental health over time is improved among other things.
#8 With wheat and grain reduction will also come the reduction of puffiness around the face and the body. Any swelling around the eyes, seborrheic rash on the checks and nose, abdominal bloating will all recede after detoxification from the grains.
