Oat Bran: Is It Gluten Free?
Check the Label
Outer layer of oat grain. Gluten-free but high cross-contamination risk in conventional processing.
Where You Will Find It
Breakfast cereals, baked goods, health products
Guidance for Coeliac Disease
Buy certified gluten-free oat bran. Most conventional oat bran is contaminated."
Label reading tip: In Australia, allergen summary statements are mandatory under FSANZ. Look for the bold allergen declaration near the ingredients list. In the US, check for "Contains: wheat" or similar statements required by the FDA.
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