Is It Gluten-Free?

Pure oats are naturally gluten-free, but most oatmeal is contaminated with wheat during processing. Only buy certified gluten-free oatmeal.

Yes, all plain rice is naturally gluten-free — white, brown, wild, basmati, jasmine, and sticky rice are all safe for celiacs.

No, traditional soy sauce contains wheat and is NOT gluten-free. Use tamari or coconut aminos instead.

Yes, all plain potatoes are naturally gluten-free. Russet, red, Yukon Gold, sweet potatoes, and fingerlings are all safe.

Yes, corn is naturally gluten-free. Fresh corn, cornmeal, corn flour, corn tortillas, popcorn, and grits are all safe.

Most plain, natural cheese is gluten-free. Watch out for processed cheese, beer-washed rinds, and cheese spreads that may contain wheat.

Pure chocolate (cocoa) is gluten-free, but many chocolate products contain wheat, barley malt, or are made on shared lines. Always check ingredients.

Plain potatoes are gluten-free, but most restaurant french fries are cooked in shared fryers with breaded items, causing cross-contamination.

Most plain bacon is gluten-free, but some brands use malt, wheat starch, or liquid smoke with barley. Always check the ingredients.

Yes, eggs are 100% naturally gluten-free. Chicken, duck, quail — all eggs are safe for celiacs in their natural form.

No, regular pasta is made from wheat flour and contains gluten. Use gluten-free pasta made from rice, corn, quinoa, or chickpea flour instead.

No, regular beer is made from barley and contains gluten. Drink dedicated gluten-free beer or hard cider instead.

No, regular bread is made from wheat flour and contains gluten. Many excellent gluten-free bread brands are available.

Yes, plain popcorn is 100% gluten-free. Corn is naturally free of gluten. Watch for flavored varieties and movie theater cross-contamination.

Most plain yogurt is naturally gluten-free. Watch for yogurts with granola, cookie pieces, or malt-based flavoring.

Yes, natural peanut butter is gluten-free. Peanuts are naturally free of gluten. Most major brands are safe — check flavored varieties.

Yes, pure coffee is naturally gluten-free. Plain coffee beans, ground coffee, and espresso are all safe for celiacs.

No, regular pizza crust is made from wheat flour and contains gluten. Many restaurants and brands now offer gluten-free pizza crusts.

Most plain ice cream flavors are gluten-free, but watch for cookie, brownie, cake, and cone pieces. Always check ingredients.

Most distilled vodka is considered gluten-free by the FDA, even when made from wheat. However, celiacs with extreme sensitivity may prefer potato or grape-based vodka.

Yes, plain butter is naturally gluten-free. Butter is made from cream and salt — no gluten. Watch for flavored butters with wheat additives.

Most mainstream cereals contain wheat, barley malt, or oats. Several dedicated GF cereal brands exist. Always check the ingredients carefully.

Yes, most ketchup is gluten-free. Major brands like Heinz, Hunt's, and French's are all safe for celiacs.

Most yellow mustard is gluten-free. Watch for wheat flour in some Dijon mustards and specialty mustards that may use beer or malt vinegar.

Yes, quinoa is naturally gluten-free. It's actually a seed, not a grain, and is one of the best GF protein sources available.

Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free. Flour tortillas are made from wheat and contain gluten. Always check the label on corn tortillas for shared lines.