Gluten-Free Diet: Foods to Avoid & Reliable Resources

Foods to Avoid if You're Gluten Intolerant

When following a gluten-free diet, it's important to avoid all sources of gluten, including:

- Wheat

- Rye

- Barley

- Triticale

- Products containing these ingredients, such as:

- Bread

- Pasta

- Cereal

- Cookies

- Cakes

- Crackers

- Sauces

- Dressings

- Beer

- Ale

- Malt beverages

Where to Find a List of Gluten-Free Foods

- The Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) provides a comprehensive list of gluten-free foods and ingredients. The list is updated regularly and can be found on the GIG website.

- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also provides a list of gluten-free foods. The list is available on the FDA website.

- Many grocery stores and health food stores carry gluten-free products. Look for the gluten-free label on food packages.

Tips for Following a Gluten-Free Diet

- Read food labels carefully before you eat anything.

- Ask questions about the ingredients in food before you eat it if you're unsure if it's gluten-free.

- Avoid eating food that has been cross-contaminated with gluten. This can happen if food is prepared on the same surface or in the same utensils as gluten-containing foods.

- Talk to your doctor or a dietitian if you have questions about following a gluten-free diet.