GLUTEN FREE
CELIAC DISEASE | IBS | GLUTEN SENSITIVITY
Gluten is a protein found in certain grains such as wheat, barley, rye, triticale, malt and some oats. Although gluten is safe for most people, those with conditions like celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or diarrhea predominant irritable bowel syndrome, should avoid it to prevent adverse health effects.
Many foods are made with gluten-containing ingredients, so it’s important that those who are unable to consume it check ingredient labels closely.
AVOID ALL FOOD AND DRINKS CONTAINING
Barley
Malt (including malt flavoring and maltvinegar)
Rye
Triticale (a cross between wheat andrye)
Wheat (all types of wheat including whole, bromated, enriched, phosphate, self-rishing)
Alternate forms of wheat
Bulgur
Durum
Farina
Graham
Kamut
Semolina
Spelt
*Speak with your doctor or dietitian to determine if you need to avoid oats.
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY LABELED ‘GLUTEN-FREE’, AVOID
Beer
Bread and bread products like croutons, crackers and matzo
Baked goods like cake, cookies, cupcakes, muffins, scones, doughnuts and pie
Cereal
Oats (if permitted per your doctor or dietitian)
Pasta
Soup and soup-bases
Soy sauce
READ INGREDIENTS AND/OR SPEAK WITH SERVERS TO ENSURE THAT NO GLUTEN-CONTAINING INGREDIENTS HAVE BEEN USED
Candy
Deep-fried foods, even if non-gluten based like French fries and tortilla chips
Imitation meat or seafood
Processed deli meats
Salad dressings, sauces and gravies
Seasoned rice mixes
Seasoned snack foods like potato chips
Self-basting poultry
Any gluten-free food that has been contaminated
*In addition to foods and beverages that may contain gluten, check that all vitamins and medications are gluten free by reading bottles, speaking to your pharmacist or calling companies directly.
ALLOWED FOODS
Fresh, unprocessed foods like beans, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, fruits, vegetables and nuts
Most dairy products
Gluten-free grains & flours
Amaranth
Arrowroot
Buckwheat
Corn and cornmeal
Flax
Hominy (corn)
Millet
Potato
Quinoa
Rice
Sorghum
Soy
Tapioca
Teff
Switching to a gluten-free diet can be challenging but there are many substitutes and resources. Meet with our dietitian for additional information on how to live healthfully gluten-free.