Gliadin vs. Glutin — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Gliadin and Glutin
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Gliadin
Gliadin (a type of prolamin) is a class of proteins present in wheat and several other cereals within the grass genus Triticum. Gliadins, which are a component of gluten, are essential for giving bread the ability to rise properly during baking.
Glutin
Synonym of gliadin
Gliadin
Any of several prolamin proteins present in wheat grains, and constituting a component of wheat gluten. Gliadins can cause celiac disease in susceptible individuals by inducing a destructive immune response in the small intestine.
Glutin
Same as Gliadin.
Gliadin
A minor protein (along with gluten and glutelin) in wheat; it may cause a toxic reaction in some people.
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Glutin
Sometimes synonymous with Gelatin.
Gliadin
Vegetable glue or gelatin; glutin. It is one of the constituents of wheat gluten, and is a tough, amorphous substance, which resembles animal glue or gelatin.
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