Trend or disease? - gluten-free diet

Abstract

Introduction and purpose of work: Over the past few years, the topic of gluten-free diets has become very popular. In the past, it was understood only in the context of a specific medical indication, implemented in the event of a disease, e.g. celiac disease, as part of the patient's treatment. Today, the concept has changed a bit. The abatement of the concept of a gluten-free diet is attributed to social media, which, in a way, suggests recipients to use it on a daily basis, clearly emphasizing the harmful effects of gluten on the human body. better mood". Purpose: The aim of the study is to analyze the awareness of the society on the use of a gluten-free diet. Material and method: The results of the study were obtained on the basis of an online survey. Results: 213 respondents took part in the survey, 36.2% of the respondents were women and 63.8% men, 88.7% of the surveyed respondents correctly answered the question what gluten is, but 65.7% are associated with the presence of gluten in products food industry with the development of this industry, 42.3% of respondents believe that consumption of gluten should be avoided.