according to the fda gluten "is a term commonly used to refer to certain proteins that naturally occur in wheat rye barley and crossbred hybrids of these grains. " the good news is many foods are free of gluten. these include fruits vegetables lean proteins nuts oils and dairy. the nutrition label can help you determine which foods are free of gluten. the term "gluten-free" can be helpful but is not a regulated claim even though the fda is working to define it. when you read a label look for gluten-containing ingredients including wheat barley rye oats (due to likely cross-contamination) brewers' yeast and malt (beer). labeling laws requires allergens to be labeled including wheat proteins so any food that says "contains wheat" is off limits. this does not apply to barley rye and oats or items that may have been cross contaminated so if there is any doubt contact the manufacturer.
my doctor said i should adopt a gluten-free diet but how do i know which foods are gluten-free?