Amid rising diet fads that portray gluten as harmful, medical experts in Ludhiana are cautioning against the indiscriminate adoption of gluten-free diets. In conversation with Manav Mander, Dr Amit Bansal, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology, underlined that gluten-free diets are necessary only for those with specific medical conditions, while for most, wheat remains both safe and essential.
- Why is wheat important in Indian diets?
- What is gluten and why is it misunderstood?
- What happens if gluten is removed unnecessarily?
- What do experts say about gluten-free diets?
- When is a gluten-free diet medically necessary?
- Are gluten-free products healthier than regular foods?
- What should individuals do before switching diets?
