Is Quest Tortilla Style Protein Chips Hot and Spicy Flavor Gluten Free?


Ingredients
CALCIUM, IRON, POTASSIUM, PROTEIN BLEND (MILK PROTEIN ISOLATE, WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE), VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER, CANOLA, AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL), CALCIUM CASEINATE, CORN STARCH, NATURAL FLAVORS, WHEY POWDER, PSYLLIUM HUSK, SOLUBLE CORN FIBER. CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, BUTTERMILK POWDER, LECITHIN (SUNFLOWER, CANOLA, AND/OR SOY LECITHIN), CALCIUM CARBONATE, YEAST EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, TOMATO POWDER, ONION POWDER, RED 40 LAKE, TURMERIC OLEORESIN (COLOR), CHIA SEED, HOT SAUCE (AGED CAYENNE RED PEPPERS, VINEGAR, SALT, GARLIC), CHEDDAR CHEESE POWDER (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), GARLIC POWDER, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEDDAR CHEESE, SIEVIA SWEETENER. CONTAINS: MILK, SOY. PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT ALSO PROCESSES WHEAT.
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.


