Paper Coffeefilters Glutenfree?

[healthman]

I'm a recently diagnosed celiac, and I'm still learning about de do's and don'ts.(learningcurve is steep though thanks to this forum)

I 'm wondering: if gluten are used for the fabrication of glue, could it be that the glue used in paper coffeefilters contain gluten?

Thanks,

Bob

[bluelotus]

I was wondering about this too and could not figure it out. To avoid the problem entirely, I bought a frenchpress..........and wow, talk about great coffee!! But, if you go this route, be sure to buy a better quality coffee, you can really taste the difference between the cheap and good coffee using this method.

[Kasey'sMom]

I've been buying unbleached coffee filters for some time now. I like coffee but I'm allergic so I only treat myself on occasion.

A couple of the companies that make unbleached filters are IFC (If You Care) and Beyond Gourmet. I found some unbleached coffee filters at my local suppermarket as well. One of these small "green" companies might be able to explain how the process is done and if any the filters conatin any glue. I'm not sure about traditional filters. Here's a link on different coffee methods and it mentions a metal basket or a nylon filter for drip coffee makers.

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[ravenwoodglass]

I'm a recently diagnosed celiac, and I'm still learning about de do's and don'ts.(learningcurve is steep though thanks to this forum)

I 'm wondering: if gluten are used for the fabrication of glue, could it be that the glue used in paper coffeefilters contain gluten?

Thanks,

Bob

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I got myself an old fashioned percolator and a coffee grinder, no filters and great fresh coffee. I love the sound of coffee burping in the morning, instead of me.

[psawyer]

As far as I know, there is no glue in any coffee filter, and there is nothing to be concerned about. I have been told that coffee is safe, and accept it on that basis. I drink coffee daily and have not had any problems. Paper filters are used at home and at both places where I frequently drink the break room coffee. None of the usual additives (sugar, artificial sweetener, cream, powdered whitener) contain gluten. Coffee is gluten-free.

BUT, if you are casein free, you must drink your coffee black. The powdered creamers, such as Coffee Mate (which I use) are lactose free, but typically contain casein (milk protein).

[lovegrov]

Coffee filters are gluten-free. Not a concern.

rciahrd

[healthman]

Ok thanks for your reactions! I did some 'internet-research' and I could't find any connection between coffee filters and gluten, so I consider them ok from now on, except for the papery taste that is.