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Gluten: Should You Give It Up?

Jun 15, 2023
36:51

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  • Gluten sensitivity may not be solely caused by gluten, as other components in wheat could be contributing to symptoms.
  • For individuals without medical reasons to avoid gluten, there is no scientific evidence suggesting that gluten is harmful to their health.

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Gluten Sensitivity and Celiac Disease

Gluten, a group of proteins found in wheat, barley, and rye, has been a cause for concern regarding its impact on the body. People with celiac disease, an autoimmune condition affecting about 1% of the population, experience adverse reactions when consuming gluten. But there is also a growing belief that gluten can have inflammatory effects on many others, causing symptoms like tiredness and brain fog. Research has shown that immune responses and gut damage can occur in individuals with gluten sensitivity, even though their gut appears healthy. This suggests that gluten may not be the sole culprit, as other components in wheat, such as FODMAPs, could be contributing to the symptoms. Furthermore, studies have found that only a fraction of individuals reporting gluten sensitivity actually react to pure gluten, suggesting other factors may be involved.

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