Can you eat French fries cooked in a shared fryer if you have Celiac disease or gluten intolerance?
A new study sure has people talking!
Living gluten-free, you probably know one of the golden rules of eating out: Always ask if the restaurant has a dedicated gluten-free fryer.
A recently published study in Nutrients, shared by the Celiac Disease Foundation, looked at gluten cross-contact in shared restaurant fryers, and the findings are interesting.
Are shared fryers safe now?
Not so fast!
In this episode of the Saying Goodbye to Gluten Podcast, we’re breaking down what researchers actually found, what the results mean, and why this study doesn’t necessarily change our approach to eating out safely.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What the new shared fryer study investigated
- What researchers discovered when testing samples of gluten-free foods prepared in shared fryers.
- Why some foods tested differently when it came to gluten cross-contact.
- What fryer oil replacement practices revealed and why those findings matter.
- What questions you should continue asking restaurants to protect your gluten-free health.
- The true outcome of this study and what it means for YOUR gluten-free lifestyle
Top Takeaways from the Study
Here’s the bottom line: While some samples tested below the FDA’s 20 parts per million threshold, this doesn’t mean every shared fryer is safe. The risk varies, and we still need to be proactive about asking questions and protecting ourselves.
Living gluten-free isn’t about being afraid of food when you’re out. It’s about knowing what to look for, asking the right questions, and creating a lifestyle where you can enjoy eating out with confidence.
My recommendation?
Keep asking about a dedicated gluten-free fryer!
Your health and peace of mind are worth those extra questions.
Have you heard about this study?
COULD you, SHOULD you, or WOULD you eat French fries from a shared fryer? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Leave a comment below or send a message on Instagram or Facebook, and let’s talk about it.
Check Out the Studies Shared
- Study: Shared Fryers May Not Always Be as Risky for Gluten Cross-Contact and Celiac Disease as Dietary Guidance Suggests — published in Nutrients.
- Celiac Disease Foundation: Study information.
Remember to stay informed, ask questions, and keep yourself gluten-free safe.
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