Processed foods that often have gluten in them

If you follow a gluten-free diet, it's important to read labels of processed foods. This helps you find out if the foods have wheat, barley or rye in them.

In general, be careful of the following processed foods if you're on a gluten-free diet. Keep in mind that foods labeled as gluten-free or made with gluten-free grain are OK to eat.

Starchy foods that often have gluten in them include:

• Breads.
• Bulgur wheat.
• Cereals.
• Communion wafers.
• Croutons.
• Matzo.
• Pastas.
• Seasoned rice mixes and pilafs.

Processed sweets and snacks that often have gluten in them include:

• Cakes and pies.
• Candies.
• Cookies and crackers.
• French fries.
• Seasoned snack foods, such as potato and tortilla chips.
• Soups, soup bases, broth, bouillon or soup mixes.

Alcoholic drinks and related processed items that often have gluten in them include:

• Beer, ale, porter, stout.
• Malt, malt flavoring and other malt products.

Processed meats that may have gluten in them include:

• Burgers.
• Hot dogs.
• Imitation seafood.
• Meat loaf.
• Processed lunchmeats.
• Sausage.

Condiments that may have gluten in them include:

• Gravies.
• Salad dressings.
• Sauces, including soy sauce.