Is wheat free the same as grain free?

Grain-free and gluten-free are not synonymous terms. Gluten-free foods do not have gluten-containing grains such as wheat, barley, and rye, but they may still contain other grains. And grain-free diets may be gluten-free unless they contain ingredients that are hidden sources of gluten.

What does it mean to be wheat free?

‘Wheat-free’ foods are free from any components of wheat, including other proteins that people with a wheat allergy can react to. But foods that are just labelled ‘wheat-free’ may still contain other gluten-containing grains or substances derived from them, and are not necessarily gluten-free.

What is the difference between grain free and wheat free dog food?

Grain free dog food is made using a recipe without cereal. That means no wheat, rye, barley, oats, maize, sorghum, millet, triticale or rice. However, as grain free dog food often uses carbohydrates such as sweet potato to replace grains, this does not make it a carb free dog food.

Are grain free foods bad for dogs?

According to a warning from the Food and Drug Administration released last week, grain-free food might be giving dogs a life-threatening heart problem called dilated cardiomyopathy, or DCM. The science is still preliminary, and it’s based on a potential association between diet and heart disease in fewer than 600 dogs.

What’s better for dog grain or grain free?

While your dog needs carbohydrates to produce energy, too many of them can contribute to obesity, the wrong bacteria in the gut, and a lack of energy. So, if a dog food is labeled “grain-free” but the grains are replaced with other ingredients, it’s not necessarily a healthier option for your dog.

How do I know if I’m gluten intolerant or wheat intolerance?

Seven symptoms of a gluten intolerance

1. Diarrhea and constipation. Symptoms of gluten intolerance may include constipation, fatigue, headaches, and nausea.
2. Bloating. Another very common symptom that people report in cases of gluten intolerance is bloating.
3. Abdominal pain.
4. Fatigue.
5. Nausea.
6. Headaches.
7. Other symptoms.