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Gluten Intolerance

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Living with Gluten Intolerance

Ever wondered what imitation meats are made of? They’re created with the help of a protein composite called gluten. Gluten is also used to give elasticity to dough, helping it rise and giving a chewy texture to the end product.

 

A source of protein, gluten is sometimes used as an additive to foods low in protein. Pet foods also contain it. The main components of this protein composite are wheat, barley and rye.

 

Despite its wide use in foods, there are people who suffer from gluten intolerance (not to be confused … Continue Reading