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Gluten-Free Products: Lower Protein, Higher Sugar Surprise

5/20/2025

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A recent study in *Plant Foods for Human Nutrition* uncovers a surprising truth: gluten-free products typically have lower protein and higher sugar levels compared to their gluten-filled counterparts. Despite this, a staggering 25% of Americans are drawn to the $5.9 billion gluten-free market, often chasing health benefits that may not exist.

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A recent study in *Plant Foods for Human Nutrition* uncovers a surprising truth: gluten-free products typically have lower protein and higher sugar levels compared to their gluten-filled counterparts. Despite this, a staggering 25% of Americans are drawn to the $5.9 billion gluten-free market, often chasing health benefits that may not exist.