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Alarming Number of People Are Gluten Fools (Are You?)

Despite what you may have read on many inaccurate or vague websites, gluten is not a protein itself and it is possible to have a poor response to gluten and yet still test negative for celiac disease. Understanding what gluten is, where it is found, how it can cause damage within the body and how to avoid it is an important step in mastering the gluten-free lifestyle.

Gluten Is Not Just A Single Protein

Gluten is often referred to as a protein in wheat. However, gluten is not a single protein. This isn’t just being pedantic; there are reasons it is important to understand how gluten is a protein composite and not just a single, simple protein. Read on to learn what proteins constitute gluten and why it is important to better understand the frustrating sticky substance known simply as gluten.