This episode explores the rapid rise of gluten-free dieting as a worldwide phenomenon and hot dietary trend. It discusses the murky science behind this trend, examining the debated theories about whether gluten or another substance called FODMAPs causes adverse reactions in people who go gluten-free. While the trend has made gluten-free products more available to those with celiac disease, it has also led some to view gluten-free as just a fad diet. I also cover the mixed impacts of this trend on celiac patients and research agendas, noting that customized medical advice is better than following extensive diet crazes. It calls for consumers to make informed choices based on facts and moderation when considering gluten-free eating.

Is going gluten-free just a fad diet or medical necessity? Learn the truth behind the gluten-free craze and how it impacts people with celiac disease. This fascinating episode explores the science behind gluten sensitivity, the boom of the gluten-free market, and the double-edged sword of popularity for people who medically require a gluten-free diet. Discover the debates between FODMAPs vs. gluten and the perplexing epidemiology of this trend. Get the full story, from gluten villain to dietary darling, in this insightful podcast that cuts through the grains on one of today's hottest food trends.

This podcast examines the pros and cons of wearable fitness trackers. We discuss how devices like Fitbit and Apple Watch are transforming fitness motivation and population health research, but also raise concerns around demographic biases in data and privacy risks of personal health info collection. Tune in for a thoughtful jog through the digital frontier of quantified self-tracking and public health surveillance. Discover how wearable tech is impacting fitness and research, for better or worse. Learn strategies to leverage fitness trackers while maintaining data security.