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Study Reveals Gluten Sensitivity Overstated, Urges Caution

10/28/2025

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The Lancet reports findings that gluten sensitivity is not as widespread as commonly believed.
Lead researcher Jessica Biesiekierski states that most people reporting gluten sensitivity may not react to gluten.
The study analyzed 58 studies and found gluten-specific reactions are uncommon.
Experts urge proper celiac disease testing and a cautious approach to gluten-free diets and call for public health messaging to shift away from gluten as inherently harmful.

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The Lancet reports findings that gluten sensitivity is not as widespread as commonly believed.
Lead researcher Jessica Biesiekierski states that most people reporting gluten sensitivity may not react to gluten.
The study analyzed 58 studies and found gluten-specific reactions are uncommon.
Experts urge proper celiac disease testing and a cautious approach to gluten-free diets and call for public health messaging to shift away from gluten as inherently harmful.