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Whole Grain Spelt Flakes

Low concern

Spelt is a whole grain wheat species and contains gluten; therefore it is a labeled wheat/gluten allergen and unsuitable for those with celiac disease or wheat allergy. Otherwise it is a nutritious whole grain food per USDA FoodData Central.

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What it is

Whole grain spelt flakes are flattened, rolled flakes made from whole spelt grain (Triticum spelta), an ancient wheat variety.

Whole grain breakfast cereal/baking ingredient.

Why it's flagged

wheat allergen
contains gluten - not suitable for celiac disease

What regulators actually say

"Wheat... is a major food allergen. Spelt is a type of wheat (Triticum spelta)."

FDA - Food Allergies — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole food; spelt is a wheat species and a major declared allergen under FALCPA.

European Union — EFSA

Whole food; gluten/wheat allergen under EU 1169/2011.

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