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Celiac Disease and McDonald’s – Are There Safe Options?

Fofala Eixdeal
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Fofala Eixdeal
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I have celiac disease and am very careful about avoiding gluten. I’m a frequent traveler and sometimes end up at McDonald’s restaurant for a quick burger meal. I’ve heard mixed opinions about whether their food is safe for people with celiac disease.

Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about McDonald’s menu options for those with celiac disease? Are there any specific items that are known to be gluten-free, or any tips on how to avoid cross-contamination?

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OfcVal Rookie
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30 minutes ago, Fofala Eixdeal said:

I have celiac disease and am very careful about avoiding gluten. I’m a frequent traveler and sometimes end up at McDonald’s restaurant for a quick burger meal. I’ve heard mixed opinions about whether their food is safe for people with celiac disease.

Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about McDonald’s menu options for those with celiac disease? Are there any specific items that are known to be gluten-free, or any tips on how to avoid cross-contamination?

 

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McDonald’s is not safe.  Most fast food places aren’t.  Chic-fi-let or Culver’s have gluten-free buns and they try to accommodate those with Celiac disease.  

Scott Adams Grand Master
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We've done some articles that might be helpful, but cross-contamination may be an issue at any restaurant, including McDonald's:

https://www.celiac.com/search/?&q=mcdonald's&type=cms_records2&quick=1&search_and_or=and&search_in=titles&sortby=relevancy 

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