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Exposed: Deceptive Gluten-Free Labels Threaten Celiac Health

2/3/2025

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Emily Abel's eye-opening book, "Gluten Free for Life," exposes the food industry's deceptive gluten-free labeling practices that jeopardize the health of those with celiac disease. With misleading labels and insufficient regulations, unsafe products infiltrate the market, while many gluten-free options are ultra-processed, packed with sugar and salt, making healthy choices a daunting challenge for those affected.

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Emily Abel's eye-opening book, "Gluten Free for Life," exposes the food industry's deceptive gluten-free labeling practices that jeopardize the health of those with celiac disease. With misleading labels and insufficient regulations, unsafe products infiltrate the market, while many gluten-free options are ultra-processed, packed with sugar and salt, making healthy choices a daunting challenge for those affected.