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Newbie- Food Cost And Irs Tax Deduction Question

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Greetings,

I am five months into the W/F gluten-free lifestyle and coping well with it. The cost of eating wheat free is easily three or four times what our wheat and gluten consuming brothers and sisters are paying. My question is whether any of you are taking tax deductions for the cost difference between wheat products and non-wheat/gluten products. I found some information in IRS publication 502 that addresses special diet but not specifically our challenges. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.

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I believe you can deduct the difference in cost of a gluten-free item with a regular item. (Regular bread = $2, gluten-free is $5, so the difference is $3 that can be claimed)

However, you have to meet the 7.5% threshold for medical expenses to be deducted. If you don't meet that number, you cannot deduct.

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