Understanding the Science: Why is Gluten Useful in Food?
                                
                                
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                                Gluten-containing grains like wheat make up a significant portion of the human diet for centuries. The reason for its prevalence lies in its unique properties that profoundly influence the texture, structure, and palatability of many popular foods, making gluten exceptionally useful in food production.