Annatto Coloring

[jmd3]

Annatto Coloring - is this a hidden form of Gluten? I saw on someones page that it was - does anyone know for sure? i didn't think that it was, but need to know for sure, thanks in advance.

[maryjk]

Annatto coloring shouldn't be a problem.

Per a google search:

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[cruelshoes]

Annatto is a gluten-free ingredient.

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Annatto, sometimes called Roucou, is a derivative of the achiote trees of tropical regions of the Americas, used to produce a red food coloring and also as a flavoring. It scent is described as "slightly peppery with a hint of nutmeg" and flavor as "slightly sweet and peppery"[1].

Some of the older texts/sources do say it is not gluten-free, but this is untrue.

[psawyer]

Annato is gluten-free, dairy-free and suitable for a vegan diet. It comes from a non-grain plant source.

[lfij]

if you have questions about ingredients, you really should read Dr. Greens book, the hidden epidemic (this isn't an add, i just found it very helpful, it was like my bible at first, it cleared up a ton of the celiac myths!) and if i'm not mistaken thats where i learned that anatto was ok!

[jmd3]

if you have questions about ingredients, you really should read Dr. Greens book, the hidden epidemic (this isn't an add, i just found it very helpful, it was like my bible at first, it cleared up a ton of the celiac myths!) and if i'm not mistaken thats where i learned that anatto was ok!

I didn't think Annatto Coloring had gluten - I found a site that had a ton of things that did not have gluten but are listed as having it ... I just wanted to make sure.

Thanks for the book suggestion. I am reading gluten for dummies right now, it's a good book too!