Question

Are crispy rice cereals gluten-free?

From,

Thomas

Answer

Hi Thomas. Many crispy rice cereals do contain gluten and so are unsafe to eat. Even though the grain used is rice (which is gluten-free), the cereals often have other gluten-containing ingredients, such as barley malt flavoring. You’ll have to read the ingredients of each product to verify whether or not it’s gluten-free.

It is best to choose a brand of cereal that is certified gluten-free. Thankfully, there are several gluten-free brands on the market and available in mainstream grocery stores.

Sincerely,

Rachel Begun, MS, RD