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digestion – and through that all the other aspects of our health.

So if you feel that gluten may be a trigger for your digestive complaints, you may wish to consider a 4-8 week trial of a gluten-free diet, and then see how you feel when you reintroduce it.

If, based on your results, you feel that a gluten free way of eating would be a good choice for you, it’s advisable to speak with a nutrition professional who can guide you through the change and ensure you’re getting the nutrients you would ordinarily get from these food choices elsewhere.

Please note though that to obtain an accurate result from coeliac testing, gluten needs to be in the diet.

Dr Libby is a nutritional biochemist, best-selling author and speaker. The advice contained in this column is not intended to be a substitute for direct, personalised advice from a health professional. See drlibby.com