All types of wheat including spelt, kamut, einkorn, emmer, farro and durum, as well as barley, rye and triticale contain gluten. In addition to baked products, cereals and pastas made from these grains, here are some examples of gluten-containing items that must be avoided.

Items to Avoid

• Bulgur
• Couscous
• Freekeh
• Wheat Bran
• Wheat Flour
• Wheat Germ
• Wheat Gluten
• Wheat-Based Semolina
• Fu
• Seitan
• Orzo
• Udon
• Barley Malt
• Barley Malt Extract/Barley Malt Syrup
• Barley Malt Flavoring
• Malt Vinegar
• Brewer’s Yeast
• Beer made from barley, wheat or rye

Gluten-containing ingredients often are present in many other foods and beverages such as:

• Broths, Bouillons, Soups
• Sauces
• Soy Sauce
• Marinades
• Salad Dressings
• Gravy
• Prepared Meats (e.g., burgers, hot dogs, sausages)
• Meat Substitutes (e.g., vegetarian burgers, sausages)
• Imitation Crab or Lobster
• Snack Foods
• Candy (e.g., licorice, chocolates, chocolate bars)
• Flavored Coffees and Teas

To learn more about the gluten-free status of foods, beverages and ingredients see Gluten Free: The Definitive Resource Guide by Shelley Case, RD.