DOES A GLUTEN-FREE DIET HELP THYROID HEALTH? - MYA CARE There is some evidence that eliminating gluten from the diet can be helpful for some people who have thyroid problems. Read on to learn about gluten, a gluten-free diet, and if this helps the thyroid gland. What is Gluten? Gluten is the name for a group of proteins that are found in wheat and some other grains such as rye and barley. Glutens are most common in wheat grains, making up 90% of all the proteins. The most important of these glutens are gliadin and also glutenin. Foods derived from wheat include most kinds of pasta, noodles, breads, breakfast cereals, malts, and granolas. In some cases, manufacturers may add gluten to food since it acts as a good thickening agent, and helps hold foods together. for more :- https://myacare.com/blog/does-a-glutenfree-diet-help-thyroid-health