Can the Human Body Digest Grains? Understanding the Science of Digestion
                                
                                
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                                For thousands of years, grains have been a staple of the human diet, yet the question of whether the human body can digest grains effectively is more complex than it appears. While parts of the grain are easily broken down, others require special processing by the body or gut bacteria.