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Corn starch does not trigger the autoimmune response in celiac disease. It contains a form of gluten (a type of combined grain protein), but not the same form as wheat, barley, rye, kamut, spelt, and triticale.

If the corn starch is not contaminated, it is safe for celiacs.

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Yes cornstarch is gluten free. it is used a binder or thickener just like wheat flour. My wife adds it instead of flour for gravy... The amounts are not the same, and doesn't have the same effect in baking as flour.

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Corn does not contain any gluten. However, corn is a major cross-reactor, if you are suffering from a gluten sensitivity.

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Yes, corn starch is fine on a gluten free diet.

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corn has protein but not like wheat

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