Is WHOLE FOODS MARKET, JAMBALAYA SOUP Gluten Free?


Ingredients
CHICKEN STOCK (WATER, CHICKEN BROTH CONCENTRATE (CHICKEN STOCK, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SUGAR AND YEAST EXTRACT]), SHRIMP, PORK ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE (PORK, WATER, NON FAT DRY MILK, SALT, DEXTROSE, SPICES, VINEGAR, CELERY JUICE POWDER, PAPRIKA, GARLIC, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVORING), TOMATOES, WHITE ONIONS, YELLOW BELL PEPPERS, ROASTED RED BELL PEPPERS, GREEN BELL PEPPERS BROWN RICE, TOMATO PASTE (100% TOMATOES), BUTTER (CREAM AND SALT), FLOUR (HIGH PROTEIN WHEAT FLOUR), EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, GARLIC, SEA SALT, OREGANO, HOT SAUCE (AGED RED CAYENNE PEPPERS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT), RICE STARCH, CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPER SPICES, SALT, GARLIC, SILICON DIOXIDE-2% MAXIMUM), CUMIN, BLACK PEPPER, BAY LEAF, WHITE PEPPER, CAYENNE PEPPER.
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.


