Is Tesco Finest Cherry Topped Christmas Pudding 400G Gluten Free?


Ingredients
INGREDIENTS: Vine Fruits (29%) [Raisins, Sultanas, Vostizza Currants], Demerara Sugar, Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Golden Glacé Cherries (6%) [Cherry, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Kirsch Soaked Black Glacé Cherries (6%) [Cherry, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Kirsch, Colour (Anthocyanins), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Kirsch Soaked Red Glacé Cherries (6%) [Cherry, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Kirsch, Colour (Anthocyanins), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Cognac (4.5%), Brandy Soaked Glacé Cherries (4.5%) [Cherry, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Brandy, Colour (Anthocyanins), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Cider (3.5%), Invert Sugar Syrup, Vegetable Suet [Palm Oil, Rice Flour, Sunflower Oil], Almond, Pasteurised Egg, Pecan Nut, Brandy (1.5%), Kirsch (1%), Humectant (Glycerol), Molasses, Orange Peel, Sherry, Single Cream (Milk), Port, Colour (Plain Caramel), Lemon Peel, Mixed Spice, Salt, Yeast, Emulsifiers (Mono- and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono- and Di-Acetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono- and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids), Spirit Vinegar, Wheat Protein, Rapeseed Oil, Orange Oil, Lemon Oil, Palm Oil, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid), Palm Fat.
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.


