Living Well Together with The McCoskeys | Ep.79

Is It Gluten… or Glyphosate? What’s Really Making Us Sick

Read the full blog post that inspired this episode:
https://livingwellbeauty.com/is-it-gluten-or-glyphosate/

We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most widespread yet overlooked health disruptors in our food system: glyphosate.

In this episode, Terry and I dive into why more and more people are reacting to bread, wine, and even “healthy” pantry staples—when the real issue might not be gluten, but what it’s sprayed with.

👉 You’ll hear:
- Shocking stats about glyphosate exposure in the U.S.
- Why it’s no longer just about GMOs—and how it’s now used pre-harvest on wheat, oats, beans, and even wine grapes
- How glyphosate mimics glycine, disrupts your gut microbiome, and contributes to autoimmune issues, IBS, leaky gut, and more
- The lawsuits, cover-ups, and payouts linked to glyphosate’s cancer-causing effects
- Why sourdough and heritage grain flour may be the answer for bread lovers
- 5 ways to reduce glyphosate exposure in your kitchen, pantry, and fridge—starting today

💡 If you’ve ever thought, “Why can I eat bread in Europe but not here?”… this one’s for you.

📚 Research & Studies Mentioned:
Glyphosate and Gut Health:
"Glyphosate's suppression of beneficial gut bacteria" – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3945755/
"Glyphosate exposure and changes in microbiota composition" – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7545723/

Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity vs. Glyphosate Sensitivity:
"Is it the gluten or glyphosate?" – UBC review linking glyphosate to increased rates of IBS and gluten-like sensitivity – Detox Project Article

Cancer Links & Lawsuits:
IARC Classification of Glyphosate as “Probably Carcinogenic” (Group 2A) – WHO/IARC Monograph
Monsanto/Bayer Roundup lawsuits and settlements overview – NYT Summary https://www.iarc.who.int/featured-news/media-centre-iarc-news-glyphosate/

Bread in Europe vs. the U.S.:
"Differences in wheat and chemical usage between U.S. and Europe" – Various sources cited in Revival Einkorn https://revivaleinkorn.com/pages/einkorndiet

🎯 Mentioned in This Episode:
✔️ Blog Post: Is It Gluten or Glyphosate? https://livingwellbeauty.com/is-it-gluten-or-glyphosate/
✔️ Recommended brands for heritage grains + sourdough
✔️ Tips for a low-tox pantry reset
✔️ Where glyphosate hides in your wine cellar, breadbox, and beyond
✔️ Real stories + practical steps to start detoxing your kitchen today

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