Is Idahoan Applewood Smoked Bacon Mashed Potatoes Side Dish, 4 oz Gluten Free?

Description
Convenient instant mashed potatoes offering smoky, savory notes and a creamy, slightly fluffy texture. Commonly microwaved or stirred on the stovetop as a quick side for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or camping. Reviewers mention ease and portability; opinions vary on smoke intensity and saltiness, with some finding the flavor artificial, though.

Description
Convenient instant mashed potatoes offering smoky, savory notes and a creamy, slightly fluffy texture. Commonly microwaved or stirred on the stovetop as a quick side for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or camping. Reviewers mention ease and portability; opinions vary on smoke intensity and saltiness, with some finding the flavor artificial, though.
Ingredients
Idaho Potatoes, Maltodextrin, Cheddar Cheese Blend (Cheddar Cheese [Cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes], Whey, Buttermilk, Maltodextrin, Salt, Disodium Phosphate, Butter, Modified Food Starch, Yeast Extract, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Corn Syrup Solids, Autolyzed Yeast, Torula Yeast), Salt, Corn Syrup Solids, Vegetable Oil (Contains One or More of the Following: Coconut, Palm Soybean, Cottonseed, Sunflower, Canola), Sugar, Bacon Flavored Crumbles (Textured Vegetable Protein [Soy Flour, Caramel Color, Red 3], Soybean Oil, Water, Salt, Natural Flavorings, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Dextrose), Nonfat Milk, Spice, Modified Food Starch, Dextrose, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Dextrose), Nonfat Milk, Spice, Modified Food Starch, Dextrose, Natural and Artificial Flavors (Including Smoke Flavor), Mono and Diglycerides, Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate, Sodium Caseinate, Artificial Color (Including Yellow 5 and Yellow 6), Rice Starch, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate (Preserve Freshness), Anhydrous Butterfat, Sodium Bisulfite (Preserve Freshness), Dipotassium Phosphate, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Citric Acid (Preserve Freshness), Mixed Tocopherols (Preserve Freshness) and Less than 2% Silicon Dioxide Added as an Anti-Caking Agent.
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.