Is CREAM CHEESE SPREAD, JALAPENO & CHEDDAR Gluten Free?


Ingredients
PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, WATER, VEGETABLES (ONION*, BELL PEPPER* GARLIC*, TOMATO*), WHEY, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, STABILIZERS (CAROB BEAN AND/OR XANTHAN AND/OR GUAR GUMS), CHEDDAR CHEESE POWDER (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), RED PEPPER, JALAPENO PEPPER*, SUGAR, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE) WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, NONFAT MILK, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, HABANERO PEPPER*, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, YEAST EXTRACT, LIME PEEL*, CITRIC ACID, YELLOW 5 AND YELLOW 6, LACTIC ACID, PARSLEY, NATURAL FLAVOR.
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.


