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Gluten has become the dietary villain du jour, plastered across grocery shelves, menus, and wellness blogs. From paleo to wheat-free fad diets, millions are avoiding it—but is that really necessary for most of us? Recent research suggests the answer might surprise you. Understanding Gluten: Not Everyone Needs to Avoid It Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, can trigger severe health issues for a small fraction of the population. Celiac disease, an autoimmune condition caused by gluten, affects about 0.7% of Americans. For these individuals, a strict gluten-free diet isn’t optional—it’s lifesaving. Outside of celiac disease, however, the evidence supporting widespread gluten avoidance is limited. Over the past decade, gluten-free products have surged in popularity, of...

The modern office may be one of the most comfortable places to work—but it could also be one of the most dangerous for your health. From long hours at computers to endless virtual meetings, millions of workers now spend most of their day sitting. Health experts warn that this sedentary pattern is quietly contributing to rising rates of chronic disease around the world. According to the World Health Organization, physical inactivity ranks among the leading risk factors for global mortality, while data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that a large portion of adults do not meet recommended physical activity levels. The problem isn’t simply a lack of exercise after work. Increasingly, researchers say the real issue is the amount of time people remain inactive ...

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