Is ASDA Festive Cheese Selection Gluten Free?
Ingredients
Cheddar with Pickled Onion [Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurised Milk), Vinegar, Pickled Silverskin Onions (5%), Dried Onion (3%), Chives (2%) Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)] Wensleydale with Mince Pie Flavours [Wensleydale Cheese (Pasteurised Milk), Candied Orange Peel (9%) [Orange Peel, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Candied Lemon Peel (9%) [Lemon Peel, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Raisins (6%), Muscovado Sugar, Brandy (3%), Cinnamon, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)] Smoky Chipotle Cheddar [Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurised Milk), Chilli Jam (7%) [Sugar, Chillies, Red Peppers, White Wine Vinegar, White Onions, Garlic Purée, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Salt], Chipotle Chilli Flakes (1%), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)] Cheddar with Apple, Sage and Onion [Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurised Milk), Apple (7%) [Apples, Antioxidant (Sulphur Dioxide)], Concentrated Apple Juice (5%), Dried Onion (3%), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Dried Sage]
What is a Gluten Free diet?
A gluten-free diet excludes all foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. It's essential for people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or wheat allergy, as consuming gluten can trigger inflammation and digestive issues. Common gluten-containing foods include bread, pasta, cereals, and baked goods, though many gluten-free alternatives now exist using rice, corn, or almond flour. Beyond medical necessity, some people choose a gluten-free lifestyle for perceived health benefits, though experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced diet rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals when eliminating gluten-containing grains.


