Is Monte Pollino Five Cheese Tortellini, Five Cheese Gluten Free?


Ingredients
DURUM FLOUR, WHEAT FLOUR, SWISS CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CULTURE, SALT, & ENZYMES), RICOTTA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, PASTEURIZED WHEY, PASTEURIZED CREAM, VINEGAR, SALT, STABILIZERS [XANTHAN GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM, GUAR GUM]), WATER, WHOLE EGG (PASTEURIZED WHOLE EGGS, CITRIC ACID), PARMESAN CHEESE (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ROMANO CHEESE (PART SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BREAD CRUMBS (UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, CANE SUGAR, YEAST, SEA SALT), SEA SALT, VEGETABLE FIBERS (BAMBOO AND PSYLLIUM), MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, SPICES, GORGONZOLA CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, MOLD), ACID CASEIN, SUNFLOWER OIL, COLORED BY BETA CAROTENE.
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.


