Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Eating excess carbohydrates leads to insulin resistance, and insulin resistance leads to a serious condition called metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome involves a number of symptoms such as: high blood sugar increased waist circumference high blood pressure Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of developing conditions such as cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes.  As much...

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Some people who think they have a gluten sensitivity may actually have an intolerance to fructans. What are Fructans? Fructans are naturally occurring carbohydrates found in common foods like wheat, fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Fructans are made of a chain of fructose molecules. In order to digest fructans,...