Anil Sharma Anil Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Can gluten free help weight loss?

My doctor advised me to lose weight for my blood sugar levels. I've heard some people say that a gluten-free diet helps, so I'm wondering if it can actually aid in weight loss.

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Kriti Saxena Kriti Saxena Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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With my PCOS, cutting gluten helped reduce my gut inflammation and water weight. But remember, gluten-free junk food still has calories, so it's not a magic cure. Give it a try but keep your expectations realistic, okay?

Rohan Gupta Rohan Gupta Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I logged my meals on MyFitnessPal and realized going gluten-free cut down my empty carb intake significantly. Just track your daily calories, because gluten-free breads can sometimes have more carbs and fats to match the taste.

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't buy those expensive gluten-free biscuits from the supermarket. Just eat home-cooked food like ragi roti, rice, and pulses. It is naturally gluten-free, healthy, and very easy on your wallet while helping you lose weight.

Sania Mirza Sania Mirza Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Hey! It actually helped me because I stopped eating refined maida like momos and parathas. Instead of expensive GF products, I just stuck to rice, dal, and home-cooked veggies. The weight dropped naturally!

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Anita Desai Anita Desai Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I lost 8 kgs after cutting gluten, but only because I started cooking fresh meals. If you rely on packaged gluten-free items, you might actually gain weight. Focus on whole foods like millets, eggs, and vegetables.

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