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Top Gluten Free Questions & Answers

Have you just been diagnosed with a wheat allergy, celiac disease, or non-celiac gluten intolerance? Here are the top questions about gluten and gluten-free answered.

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Just because you can't have gluten doesn't mean you can't enjoy delicious foods. There are so many options now available!

What is gluten? 

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Gluten is a common name for proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, and triticale. This protein is what gives foods like bread their structure and distinctive chew.

What are symptoms I should be gluten free?

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Symptoms of wheat and gluten intolerance can be very different depending on the person and their unique diagnosis.

Is white flour made with gluten?

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Yes, white flour, all-purpose flour, self-rising flour, bread flour, and unbleached flour are all made with gluten

Is rice gluten free?

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Yes, white rice, brown rice, and more types of rice are naturally gluten free. Make sure you purchase 100% rice that is not made with any additives or thickeners as they can contain gluten.

Do potatoes have gluten?

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No, whole pure potatoes from the produce section do not contain gluten and are safe to eat.

Have more questions?

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These questions and more answered in this in depth article all about common gluten free questions. Swipe up!

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