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Definition of Gluten
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Gluten: A protein found in wheat or related grains and many foods that we eat. Gluten can be found in a large variety of foods including soups, salad dressings, processed foods and natural flavorings. Unidentified starch, binders and fillers in medications or vitamins can be unsuspected sources of gluten.
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