3 Reasons to Go Easy on Gluten

By Lou

Gluten has been the topic of hot debate by a growing number of healthcare advocates like myself.

The literature is overflowing with the detrimental impact gluten has on the intestinal wall.

What does eating gluten do?

When you eat gluten, your body produces a molecule called zonulin. The increase in zonulin is linked to increased intestinal permeability aka: leaky gut. Aka IBS , chronic constipation and bloating.

Leaky gut can create a cascade of damaging health issues including autoimmune disease and many inflammatory diseases, its just not pretty.

How about read these three good reasons  to avoid gluten. However I love questions so send them over ….

The three reasons to go easy on gluten

1: Most of the wheat (gluten) eaten today is termed dwarf wheat and contains amylopectin A. This is a super starch worse than sugar. Of special interest, amylopectin A is a trigger of small LDL particles. When wheat is removed from the diet, these small LDL levels reduce by 90 per cent. Amylopectin digestion may raise blood sugar and insulin levels, causing an increase in triglycerides and cholesterol and leading to fat accumulation

2: Most wheat has been sprayed with the weed killer, glyphosate. There is growing evidence linking glyphosate to cancer, endocrine disruption, fertility and reproductive concerns, kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease, microbiome disruption and neurotoxicity.

3: Most wheat contains a preservative called calcium propionate which has been linked to mood, behavior and attention problems.

My Thoughts

Although the thought of going gluten-free can be challenging I would simply say that the health benefits of avoiding gluten is worth it.

A viable option is organic Tartary Buckwheat. The unique composition of this buckwheat contributes to its various health benefits such as anti-oxidative, anti-cancer, anti-hypertension, anti-diabetic, cholesterol-lowering, and cognition-improving.A win all around.

• I am not 100% GF but I take enzymes to break down gluten called Glutazyme
• I am on a daily high strength probiotic / post biotic
• Adding in a Formulae Gut / Liver repair powder each day makes me regular and zonulin free.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us at one of our stores! 

References:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7767453/
https://draxe.com/nutrition/amylopectin/
https://www.healthcentral.com/article/all-complex-carbohydrates-are-not-created-equal
https://michaelkummer.com/health/why-avoid-grains/
https://wellnessmama.com/health/dr-william-davis-wheat-belly/comment-page-4/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3945755/
https://usrtk.org/pesticides/glyphosate-health-concerns/
https://jphe.amegroups.com/article/view/3665/4415
https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/glyphosate-contamination-food-goes-far-beyond-oat-products
https://www.ucf.edu/pegasus/processing-risk-childhood-autism/
https://elizmalambert.com/the-link-between-processed-foods-gut-bacteria-and-autism/