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The current state of gluten-free in Japan - "wheat-free" as an option

The term "gluten-free" is increasingly appearing on cafe menus and supermarket product labels these days. But how widespread is gluten-free actually in Japan? ■ Japan's unique circumstances differ ...

Not just gluten-free! The wonderful benefits of rice flour sweets

Recently, rice flour sweets have become popular in cafes and sweets shops. They have a certain image of being healthy, but what are their actual benefits? In this article, we will explore the appe...

Making sweets without flour is a difficult journey

When making sweets, flour is an important ingredient that determines the shape and texture of baked goods and cakes. However, in recent years, flour-free sweets have been attracting attention due ...

So is gluten good or bad?

Gluten is a type of protein found in grains such as wheat, barley, and rye, and is an important component that determines the texture and structure of food. The fluffy texture of bread and the che...

Reasons and background behind the spread of gluten-free

In recent years, we have been hearing the term "gluten-free" more and more often. Gluten-free foods and lifestyles that utilize gluten-free foods are attracting attention from health-conscious peop...

What is gluten-free?

What is Gluten? Have you heard the term gluten-free in the last few years? In the first place, gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, etc., and gluten-free refers to a diet that does ...