Is Pure Protein Cheddar Cheesy Crackers, Cheddar Gluten Free?


Ingredients
MILK PROTEIN ISOLATE, DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, CORN STARCH, HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL, CHEDDAR CHEESE POWDER (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], NONFAT MILK MALTODEXTRIN, BUTTER CREAM, SALT], SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]), POTATO FLAKES, CHEDDAR SEASONING (WHEY, SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], NATURAL FLAVOR, YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], SILICON DIOXIDE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]), VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, NATURAL FLAVORS, WATER, ONION POWDER, LACTIC ACID, BAKING SODA, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN POWDER (SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, SILICON DIOXIDE, FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL), CELERY POWDER, SODIUM CARBONATE, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR).
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.


