Gluten is a viscous protein in wheat and some other grains that can cause digestive issues such as leaky gut syndrome and intestinal inflammation in some people. As a seed germinates, the seedling consumes some of the gluten. Soaking and sprouting grains helps partially digest the gluten so it becomes easier to digest within the body.

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