209. The FDA Got Gluten Wrong — Why Gluten-Free Foods May Be Making You Sicker
209. The FDA Got Gluten Wrong — Why Gluten-Free Foods May Be Making You Sicker  
Podcast: Simple Doesn't Mean Easy
Published On: Mon Feb 09 2026
Description: Is gluten really the problem—or have we been blaming the wrong thing all along?This week, the FDA made headlines with a new move on gluten labeling, and many people celebrated it as a major win. But today we're going to break down why this decision won’t actually make us healthier—and may even make things worse.If you’ve gone gluten-free and still don’t feel great…If you’ve been told gluten is toxic…If you rely on “gluten-free” foods to feel better…This episode is for you.Michelle breaks down:Why gluten itself isn’t the real enemyHow modern flour processing destroyed wheat’s nutritionWhy gluten-free processed foods may be more inflammatory than regular junk foodWhat fresh-milled flour, ancient grains, and whole wheat berries change in your bodyAnd why the grocery store’s gluten-free aisle is giving people false hopeThis is a deep dive into food science, grain history, gut health, and why real solutions won’t come from Big Food—or the FDA.🎧 If you care about real food, real health, and reclaiming your kitchen, you don’t want to miss this one.Please check out our sponsors: https://soulyrested.com/trueleafhttps://soulyrested.com/wholewheathttps://soulyrested.com/teas Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/Go here to get special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ FREE resources:Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvqLearn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundzLooking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/About Michelle VisserHi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.👋Find me in all the places:My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8PuMy website: https://soulyrested.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrestedPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleVisserCONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)comIf you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Ancestral Kitchen, Pioneering Today with Melissa K Norris, Simple Farmhouse Life with Lisa Bass, Pantry Chat with Homesteading Family, Sue's Healthy Minutes with Sue Becker, Old Fashioned on Purpose with Jill Winger, The Wildly Capable Show with Liz and Joey Haselmayer, ZOE Science & Nutrition, Maintenance Phase