Who knew gluten can be good for your gut?
, but unfortunately there are no blood, hair, or other tests that can validly test for gluten sensitivity, despite what charlatans may claim,” says Dr. Rossi. “Outside of these conditions, there is no evidence in human trials at present that gluten from whole grains can have a negative impact on health for those without a gluten allergy or sensitivity.
Lastly, if you’re an avid label reader, you’ve likely noticed that gluten-free breads tend to be lower in fiber and protein than a gluten-containing, whole-grain version."There are a lot of gluten-free products out there that are highly processed, breads included, that contain more chemical additives, while being less satisfying due to low fiber and protein counts," Dr. Rossi says. “This is because they’re trying to replicate the properties of gluten.
“Interestingly, we know that things like wheat, barley, and rye—in which gluten is found—actually contain prebiotics called fructans,” Dr. Rossi says. “Prebiotics are like fertilizer for the ‘good’ bacteria in your gut, and including the whole form of these grains in your diet has been associated with gut health benefits in terms of increasing this good bacteria, such as Bifidobacteria.”
While probiotics have gotten much of the gut-loving glory lately, it's important to keep in mind that they need to be supported by healthy intakes of
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