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Root Beer And Sour Cream Ok Or Not?

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tgcatmr Rookie
tgcatmr
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I have only just begun to eat gluten free but already my stomach is feeling better (after only 25 yrs)! The information my doctor gave me about this diet is very non-specific, though, and some of the information on the web is contradictory. I have two specific questions. I LOVE rootbeer but all the information I've seen says is "some rootbeers". WHICH rootbeers, please? Can I have Barq's? Also I love sour cream but again, the lists say "some contain wheat". What brands are safe? If anyone knows this, I'd love to hear from you! Thank you so much.

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tarnalberry Community Regular
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I don't know about the root beer, but with sour cream, the issue is usually non-fat or low-fat sour creams. They can add fillers to help with the consistency. Check the labels, of course, but most full-fat sour creams should be gluten-free. (Of course, if you're having issues with diary, they're a no-no...)

Guest jhmom
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It is normal to have a lot of questions and that is what we are all here for. Here is a great website that list some gluten-free food.

Open Original Shared Link

As you ennter the site you will see "food list", click on that and it sorts them by category.

tarnalberry is right about the sour cream, here are some safe brands from a list I have: Blue Bunny, Kemps, Meijer, Tillamook, Breakstone (regular only). From what I read on the website above and according to another list I have they both say Barq's rootbeer is safe.

I hope this helps. :)

JsBaby-G Newbie
JsBaby-G
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tgcatmr

If you are in doubt about the rootbeer and you like Barq's call the company. As for sour cream, I think the main issue in sour cream is the food starch because they can make it from either corn or wheat. So again the best bet would be to call the company or email the company you normally use.

Hope that helps!!

granny Rookie
granny
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From what I read on the website above and according to another list I have they both say Barq's rootbeer is safe.

I hope this helps. :)

Thanks, I had wondered about the Barq's rootbeer also. Granny

tgcatmr Rookie
tgcatmr
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Thanks so much. I'm glad to know I can still have a few of my favorites! -tg

Connie R-E Apprentice
Connie R-E
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Rootbeer and sour cream!

Reminds me of milk and Pepsi from Laverne and Shirley! :D

I guess if you like it....

Just kidding!

Daisy brand sour cream is gluten-free (877 292-9830). So is Blue Sky rootbeer (without preservatives, additives, artificial colors, flavors and caffeine). Open Original Shared Link

Enjoy!

Connie

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balanc Newbie
balanc
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The celiac.com's list of gluten-free items includes A&W Rootbeer. I drink it frequently. Just another option for you.

Guest LisaB
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Connie,

Are all Blue Sky sodas gluten-free?

Lisa

Connie R-E Apprentice
Connie R-E
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Lisa,

Yes! :D

And, I like the flavors--although it's wierd drinking a clear soda!

Connie

ibilisi Newbie
ibilisi
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Mug rootbeer is ok! Listed on their website!

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Jix Hedgehog Newbie
Jix Hedgehog
Posted

My wife drinks A&W (the colouring isnt from a gluten source) and I can say its safe.

She's not brave enough to try Mug, so I guess I'll look that up too

lorka150 Collaborator
lorka150
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Mug, A&W, Barq's, Stewart's, and Hires are all gluten-free.

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