Spelt
Spelt is a nutritious ancient grain providing fiber, protein, and minerals. Because it is a wheat species, it contains gluten and is not safe for people with celiac disease or wheat allergy.
What it is
Triticum spelta, an ancient wheat species used as a whole grain or flour.
Used as a grain in breads, cereals, and pasta; provides carbohydrate, protein, and fiber.
Why it's flagged
- contains gluten - not safe for celiac disease
- wheat allergen
What regulators actually say
"FALCPA identifies eight foods or food groups as the major food allergens, including wheat. Spelt is a type of wheat."
"Spelt grain is a whole-grain wheat species providing approximately 13.4% protein and 10.7g fiber per 100g."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS food (wheat); must be declared as wheat allergen under FALCPA
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; cereals containing gluten labeling required
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