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The Truth About Gluten
Reviewed by Kathleen Zelman on January 10, 2017
Sources
Harvard Medical School: "Going gluten-free just because? Here’s what you need to know.", Mayo Clinic: "Gluten-free diet," "Are there whole-grain options that are gluten-free?", The Washington Post: "Five myths about gluten."
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SPEAKER: Gluten is a protein
found in certain grains
like wheat, barley, and rye.
Some people need to avoid it but
should you?
Let's dig into the truth.
Should everyone go gluten free to eat healthier? No. It's really a diet for people have a health condition that makes gluten hurt their gut like celiac disease. If that's not you, then giving up foods with gluten could cause you to fall short on nutrients like fiber and B vitamins.
If you eat gluten free snacks instead of regular ones, will it help you lose extra weight? No. It's not a proven way to drop pounds. Instead, try to cut back on processed meals and snacks, fill up on whole foods, and watch your portion sizes.
So do all grains have gluten? Nope. Rice, quinoa, buckwheat, and millet are all gluten free. If you're thinking about giving your diet a makeover, talk to your doctor or a dietitian first.
Should everyone go gluten free to eat healthier? No. It's really a diet for people have a health condition that makes gluten hurt their gut like celiac disease. If that's not you, then giving up foods with gluten could cause you to fall short on nutrients like fiber and B vitamins.
If you eat gluten free snacks instead of regular ones, will it help you lose extra weight? No. It's not a proven way to drop pounds. Instead, try to cut back on processed meals and snacks, fill up on whole foods, and watch your portion sizes.
So do all grains have gluten? Nope. Rice, quinoa, buckwheat, and millet are all gluten free. If you're thinking about giving your diet a makeover, talk to your doctor or a dietitian first.