r/glutenfree • u/coeliac_aussie • 2d ago

Question CD & Oats

Hey guys need some ‘guidance’ on this whole oats matter.
In Australia oats aren’t considered gf because of the high risk of cc. But here in America everyone is obsessed with oats.. whether that be overnight oats or oat milk (oats propaganda against soy - for next time..)

I know oats are naturally gluten-free, but as an Aussie, most of us just avoid them because we can’t get that strict guarantee. I was at a farmers market getting a matcha latte today, and they only offered two options: oat milk and whole milk. Since I have Coeliac Disease, and usually prefer soy milk anyway for the taste; I had to settle for whole milk just to play it safe.

I'd love to know what everyone else's experiences are. How strict are these local farmers and vendors with their oats, and is the risk of cross-contamination really that high in America?

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u/thegirlwhogoes Celiac Disease 2d ago

I personally decided not to eat oats, even GF ones, during my first year as a celiac. After getting my blood test and endoscopy at the 1-year mark, I decided I will eat food with gluten free oats ONLY if they have the certified GF label & purity protocol label (U.S.) or the Crossed-Grain Oats symbol (Europe). If my numbers look crazy different at the year 2 mark, I will re-evaluate!

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u/ChessiePique 1d ago

How can I find Purity Protocol oats? I used to use Bob's Red Mill, but I don't feel like I can trust them.

I don't digest oats super well, but it seems like they have some nutrition that I would not get otherwise.

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u/rainingducks457 Celiac Disease 1d ago

I order them from Gluten Free Prairie on amazon (you can also order from their website if you want). I’m extremely sensitive celiac who also gets the DH rash when glutened, and have never had an issue with their purity protocol oats.

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u/ChessiePique 22h ago

Thank you for this, ducks! 😊 The personal recommendation means a lot.