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Miley Cyrus goes gluten free!

Teen queen Miley Cyrus is plugging a new craze, the gluten free diet. But it’s not because she’s looking to drop a few pounds. Over the weekend, Miley tweeted that she is allergic to gluten (found in wheat, malt and barley) and lactose.

And while we’re betting she misses some gluten-containing meals (like a fast food cheeseburger—check out the pic below!), she’s been pretty upbeat since ‘fessing up. Udi’s baked goods are a new staple in her pantry, and she raves about the added bonuses of going gluten-free…

Are you interested in taking Miley's gluten-free challenge? CLICK HERE for more about the GF diet, and read on for a few tips to make it all week long:

- Focus on fiber to fill ya up instead of empty carbs found in bread products and processed munchies

- Diversify the grains you are eating. Think rice, corn and quinoa. Yum!

- When it comes to lunch, think beyond the sandwich. Salads are a tasty--and super healthy--option when topped with protein like grilled chicken or hard-boiled eggs.

- Cravings sweets? Look for recipes that naturally have little or no flour, and get baking. Brownies are an easy first step for GF bakers--just make sure to line your pan with parchment paper to prevent 'em from sticking!