Is Old El Paso Hamburger Helper Cheesy Enchilada Gluten Free?


Ingredients
Enriched Long Grain White Rice (rice, iron, niacin, thiamin mononitrate, folic acid), Maltodextrin, Modified Whey, Corn Starch, Salt, Sugar. Contains 2% or less of: Enriched Flour (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Vegetable Oil (canola, soybean, and/or sunflower oil), Chile Pepper, Spice, Modified Corn Starch, Onion*, Buttermilk, Tomato*, Red Bell Pepper*, Citric Acid, Garlic*, Sea Salt (potassium magnesium chloride, salt), Lactic Acid, Calcium Lactate, Cheddar Cheese* (milk, salt, cultures, enzymes), Whey, Sodium Phosphate, Nonfat Milk*, Monoglycerides, Coconut Oil, Natural Flavor, Malic Acid, Yeast Extract, Blue Cheese* (milk, salt, cultures, enzymes), Silicon Dioxide (anticaking agent). *DRIED. CONTAINS MILK, WHEAT; MAY CONTAIN EGG AND SOY INGREDIENTS.
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.


