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There are groups specially for people on gluten-free diets who publish lists of gluten-free foods. Unless such groups are enthusiastic, very active, and publish a new list regularly, the lists tend to be outdated and therefore misleading. Another danger is that some organizations may actually be manufacturers and will deliberately ignore products by rival manufacturing companies, thus giving the gluten-free consumer a limited list of products that are available. By being a member of these groups such lists may be made available to you, either free or for a small fee.

You can also approach manufacturers for lists. The best way is to write a straightforward letter, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope, requesting a list of their products which are gluten-free. The larger firms have these lists printed off ready for such enquiries but some firms do not reply on principle. Here is a sample letter to a firm.

Dear Sir

Gluten-free Products without wheat, rye barley or oats

I am cooking for a gluten-free diet and would be most grateful if you would advise me as to which of your products are gluten-free. I enclose a stamped addressed envelope.

Yours faithfully

It is a good idea to keep a pocket notebook with your own lists of products to avoid. This will prove very helpful when out shopping. Customer service desks in large stores can be helpful, either when you shop, over the telephone or by e-mail, for their own products.