It’s a common misconception that gluten can be “killed” if it is cooked at high temperatures. This is not true. Gluten is a particle, not a bacteria, so it cannot be destroyed with heat. The only way to remove gluten is by thoroughly cleaning the surface.

Through a process called centrifugation the major constituents of the flour are separated. The starch and other constituents dissolve, but the gluten, which is not water soluble, does not. Once starch and gluten are separated by centrifugation, the gluten is washed thoroughly and dried.

Toast is bread that has been browned by exposure to radiant heat. The browning is the result of a Maillard reaction, altering the flavor of the bread and making it firmer so that it is easier to spread toppings on it. Toasting is a common method of making stale bread more palatable.

If you kiss someone that has recently eaten or drank something containing gluten, there is a risk of cross contamination and being glutened because of the particles in their mouth. As we all know, a crumb contains enough traces of gluten to cause a reaction in some coeliacs.

Gluten particles from food can be present on skin and be ingested, causing a reaction. Mouth-to-mouth kissing isn’t the only way gluten can transfer to a person with a gluten sensitivity. A simple peck on someone’s cheek can be a hazard if there are gluten particles on their face.

Many people report their digestive symptoms start to improve within a few days of dropping gluten from their diets. Fatigue and any brain fog you’ve experienced seem to begin getting better in the first week or two as well, although improvement there can be gradual.

Crest toothpastes, Crest white strips or Crest night effects and Glide dental floss are gluten-free.

The irritation in your digestive tract from the gluten exposure you’ve experienced can cause spasms that lead to pain and diarrhea. Anti-spasmodic herbs will assist in decreasing these symptoms.