What protein mimics gluten?
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As many as 50% of those with celiac disease have shown reactions to dairy casein protein. This startling statistic highlights a lesser-known but critical aspect of dietary health, where the body's immune system mistakes proteins in other foods for gluten, a phenomenon known as molecular mimicry. For individuals diligently following a gluten-free diet, these hidden triggers can stall or even reverse the healing process.
