Fructan: An Overlooked Offender Behind GI Distress

Research indicates that for many people, gluten is being blamed for problems caused by fructan, a type of carbohydrate found in various plants.
Fructan: An Overlooked Offender Behind GI Distress
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If you’ve been avoiding gluten because it makes your gut feel miserable, yet are still struggling with frequent gas and bloating, you could be reacting to fructans.

Besides gluten, wheat contains a number of substances that can cause unpleasant symptoms. One example is fructans, or natural carbohydrates found in plants in varying amounts.

Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.