[Northern Sue]

Hi everyone-

I am relatively new to this way of eating- and things are going well- but I have a question-
Are rolled oats (gluten free) ok for someone who is gluten intolerant? I know it might seem like a silly question but I have seen opposite views in several books regarding rolled oats-including an Allergy Cookbook (which states that
rolled oats have a similar protein and that it is not ok for gluten intolerant people)
Do some people react and others not? Please help!!

Thanks-

[MySuicidalTurtle]

A lot of us will react to oats, too, regardless of cross-contamination. It really is up to you and how you feel but if you are going to eat oats at all, make sure they are dedicated gluten-free. It is up to everyone to try and see.

Good luck!

[dilettantesteph]

Also, just try a small amount the first time until you know whether or not you react to them.

[Darn210]

My daughter's doc also recommended waiting until she had been gluten-free for 6 months before trying oats.

[hannahp57]

i waited two years before trying them and had absolutely no problems. i recommend holding off on them. like soy, some have no problems while others do. i can have both. its just a matter of sensitivity and how much your digestive system can handle.
(they make REALLY good no-bakes though) and you can find recipes easily.