Is PNW Peppermint Hot Chocolate Gluten Free?


Ingredients
Gluten-Free Flour (Sweet White Rice Flour, Whole Grain Brown Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Whole Grain Sweet White Sorghum Flour, Tapioca Flour, Xanthan Gum), Organic Evaporated Cane Juice, Sustainable, Ethnically Sourced Palm Shortening, Dairy Free Soy Free Chocolate Chips (Evaporated Cane Juice, Natural Chocolate Liquor (Non-alcoholic), Non-Dairy Cocoa Butter), Water, Cocoa, (Organic Brown Rice Syrup), Organic Evaporated Cane Syrup, Peppermint Oil and Red Beet Color), Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Golden Flaxseed Meal, Organic Molasses, Baking Soda, Sea Salt, Rumford Aluminum Free Baking Powder, (Organic Sucrose, Organic Vanilla Extractives).
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.


