Written by Rubina Sushil Hi There! You may have been worrying about gluten for some time now. These days gluten is often mentioned in magazines and conversations with concerned friends who associate it with weight gain. It’s time to give it a serious thought. What is gluten? Gluten is a protein found in some food grains and additives that give it elasticity and chewiness. Some common foods we eat having gluten are breads, baked foods, beer, pasta, cereals, sauces, malt vinegar, sauces and salad dressings. Is gluten harmful? Many of us may be gluten intolerant, and not even know about it. Gluten is responsible for an autoimmune disorder called celiac disease. This leads to various digestive issues, anemia, fatigue, failure to thrive as well as an increased risk of many serious diseases. It is believed that celiac disease, which is common in the elderly, afflicts about 1 percent of the population. But the disease is rapidly increasing, and that is the reason for...