In this episode of the Plantbased, Not Perfect Podcast we are breaking down gluten. I wanted to focus on gluten because I feel there is a lot of confusion around it, misinformation and questions on whether gluten-filled foods are all created equal and if gluten should be villanized.
I explain what gluten actually is and share the science on this misunderstood protein, along with which options are best for you dependent on your health journey.
TOPICS DISCUSSED //
What is gluten?
Why wheat products today differ from the past and how they can cause intolerances
Cleanest options, acceptable options and your worst choices when eating grains
Sprouted bread and is Ezekiel bread better for us?
My thoughts on Sourdough bread
Gluten intolerance and FODMAP
Question from Instagram. Worried about eating a ton of carbs?! Breaking down the difference between complex carbs and refined carbs.
sources cited:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-gluten#bottom-line
https://www.vox.com/2017/11/21/16643816/gluten-bloated-carb-wheat-fructan-problem-fodmaps
https://nutritionfacts.org/2016/02/23/how-a-gluten-free-diet-can-be-harmful/
https://nutritionfacts.org/audio/a-glut-of-gluten/