@kimutaikatwa: Gluten is the protein that gives wheat-based foods such as chapati, mandazi, pasta and bread their strength, elasticity and structure. When dough is mixed and kneaded, gluten forms a network that traps air and helps products hold their shape. However, gluten is not harmless for everyone. In people with coeliac disease, gluten triggers an immune reaction that damages the small intestine. Others may experience symptoms linked to non-coeliac gluten sensitivity or wheat-related intolerance. For most people, gluten is safe, but for those affected, avoiding it is essential for health and wellbeing. #DrKatwaExplains #LearnOnTikTok #creatorsearchinsights #fyp #viral TikTok