10 Hidden Sources Of Gluten During The Holidays
Better Nutrition|November 2017

From Thanksgiving through New Year’s, watch out for these foods and products where the problematic protein lurks

Melissa Diane Smith
10 Hidden Sources Of Gluten During The Holidays

Q : Just a few months ago, I learned that avoiding gluten dramatically improves my depression and achy joints. I know the basics of staying away from obvious sources, such as croutons, bread, stuffing, and regular baked goods. However, this will be my first holiday season avoiding gluten, and I’m wondering if you could clue me in on hidden or not-so-obvious gluten sources to watch out for during the holidays. Vicky M., Pittsburgh

a: You’d be surprised: Gluten, a protein found in many grains such as wheat, spelt, kamut, rye, barley, and most commercial oat products, lurks in all kinds of unsuspected places. The following is a list of the top gluten-sneaky foods and products to watch out for during this festive time of year:

1 Soup—Gluten is found in a variety of ingredients in many commercial soups, from thick “cream ofs” to clear broths and bouillon cubes, so it’s safest to avoid soup altogether if you’re a guest for a holiday meal or eating in a restaurant. At home, make soup out of homemade broth, or use broth or soup that’s certified gluten-free.

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