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Explore the guidesFrom our dietitian notes · Dairy-free
Whey is a protein found in milk (dairy).
Rhyan Geiger, RDN
Read the Whey guide →The ingredient library
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Yeast Extract
Yeast extract is a food flavoring made from the same yeast used to bake bread and brew beer. It is often used to enhance savory flavors in foods.
Read the guide Gluten-freeMalt
Malt is a cereal grain product that is commonly derived from barley and is frequently used in various food and beverage applications.
Read the guide Gluten-freeOats
Oats are a nutritious whole grain often used in breakfast cereals and baked goods. They are naturally gluten-free, but caution is needed to ensure they are not contaminated with gluten-containing grains.
Read the guide Gluten-freeSemolina
Semolina is a type of coarse wheat flour often used in pasta, couscous, and Indian cuisine. It contains gluten and is not suitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
Read the guide Dairy-freeWhey
Whey is a protein derived from milk and is commonly used in protein supplements and food products.
Read the guide Dairy-freeCasein
Casein is a major protein found in milk and dairy products, often used in processed foods for its functional properties.
Read the guide Lactose-freeLactose
Lactose is a sugar found in milk and dairy products, often avoided by those with lactose intolerance.
Read the guide Alpha-GalNatural Flavors
Natural flavors are derived from plant or animal sources to enhance taste in foods. Those with alpha-gal syndrome should verify the source due to possible mammalian origins.
Read the guideHow to use these guides
These guides use Spoonful’s dietitian-reviewed notes and ingredient information. Each guide identifies the diet covered by its note. Your current package and individual dietary needs still matter.
The library covers a selected set of questions. It does not rate every ingredient or replace advice from your clinician.
How our guides are prepared →Looking for soy sauce? Read our established article: Is gluten in soy sauce? A celiac dietitian explains.