Gluten-Free People Are Sick of Hearing These 21 Comments

Why is gluten intolerance so hard for people to accept?

*Missy*
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More than 3 million Americans lead a gluten-free lifestyle, but there’s still plenty of misinformation floating around about wheat and other grains. If you’re reading this and going, “Huh? What is gluten?”, I’ll give you a quick rundown.

Gluten refers to the proteins found in many popular grains, including wheat, barley, rye, oat, and spelt. These proteins are safe for some people, but they trigger unpleasant — and sometimes even fatal — reactions in others.

Here are some common issues associated with gluten intolerance/sensitivity:

• Gastrointestinal distress
• Brain fog
• Joint pain
• Neurological issues
• Fatigue

Gluten doesn’t just cause physical symptoms, though. It can also trigger episodes of depression and anxiety, and it incites rage in some folks with severe intolerance issues.

Scary, right?

Well, not everyone seems to think so. Many people mock folks who can’t eat gluten, and they don’t seem to understand how much gluten sensitivity or intolerance can impact someone’s life. Sure, some of these…

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