Thinking of going gluten-free? Here's what to consider first

Tamara HinsonNZ Herald·13 Jun, 2026 07:00 PM5 mins to read Just because a food is gluten-free does not mean it's healthier. Photo / Unsplash Just because a food is gluten-free does not mean it's healthier. Photo / UnsplashWondering whether you have coeliac disease or a gluten intolerance? Unsure if gluten is ‘good’ or even what gluten is? To mark Coeliac Awareness Week (June 15-22), experts tell Tamara Hinson everything Kiwis need to know about gluten and diets that cut it out.

First things first. Gluten