What You Need to Know About Gluten and Whole Grains

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It seems like no matter where you look, from restaurants, to grocery stores, to coffee shops, gluten-free labels are popping up everywhere! But what exactly does it mean to go gluten-free—and is it actually healthier?

Our host Sara Snow explains all you need to know about what gluten is and where this wheat protein is lurking in the foods we eat every day. Plus, she lays out who should be eating a gluten-free diet—and who can skip it.

Sara also lays out her favorite gluten-free grains that anyone can include in their diet, like:

• Amaranth
• Millet
• Gluten-free oats
• Rice
• Quinoa

Still not sure if the gluten-free diet is right for you? Watch the video to figure out if you need to try it. And we finally answer the question that everyone’s asking: Is it healthier to eat gluten-free?

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