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Wheat Grain
Wheat Grain
Low concern
Wheat is a major dietary staple but is also one of the most common food allergens and contains gluten, which is harmful for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. For others, whole wheat is associated with health benefits.
Found in
113 products
What it is
Whole grain kernels of wheat (Triticum aestivum or T. durum).
Staple cereal grain providing carbohydrates, protein, fiber and B vitamins.
Why it's flagged
- Wheat allergen
- Contains gluten - unsuitable for celiac disease
What regulators actually say
"Wheat is one of the major food allergens identified by FALCPA"
"Cereals containing gluten, namely: wheat... and products thereof"
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Major food allergen requiring labeling under FALCPA
European Union — EFSA
Cereals containing gluten - allergen labeling under 1169/2011
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