Here is a list of foods and products that may contain gluten for those people new to a gluten free diet. I hope you find this helpful.
The obvious- Wheat containing grains:
-Wheat
-Barley
-Rye
-Oats (unless specifically labeled gluten free)
-Spelt
Latin words that refer to wheat and wheat products:
-Triticum vulgare (wheat)
-Triticale (cross between wheat and rye)
-Hordeum vulgare (barley)
-Secale cereal (rye)
-Triticum Spelta (spelt)
The following terms most likely contain wheat:
-Wheat/hydrolyzed protein
-Wheat starch
-Wheat/white/unbleached/whole grain flour
-Wheat germ oil or extract
-Hydrolyzed vegetable protein
-Modified food starch
-Natural flavorings
-Caramel Coloring
-Artificial flavoring
-Dextrin and maltodextrin
-Seasonings and flavorings
Most obvious foods to avoid:
-Breads and Baked Goods
-Crackers
-Croutons
-Stuffing
-Pastas
-Anything with bread crumbs or crumble topping
Less obvious foods to avoid:
-Beers
-Brown rice syrup
-Artificial syrups
-Marinades
-Gravies, Sauces, and Soups
-Licorice
-Soy sauce
-Couscous
-Farina
-Seitan
-Malt (vinegar, beverages, candies)
-Imitation meats (crab, bacon, etc.)
-Toothpaste
Topical products that may contain gluten:
-Lip stick
-Lotions and Moisturizers
-Shampoo, Conditioners, and Hair Products
-Soaps and Body Wash
-Cosmetics
-Deodorants
-Laundry Products
-Sunscreen
Good online resources:
www.Livingwithout.com, www.GlutenFreeLiving.com, www.GlutenFreeChecklist.com, www.gfreelife.com, www.celiaccentral.org, www.triumphdining.com, www.Glutenfree-lifestyle.com