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Is Nutritional yeast gluten free?

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Yes, this is gluten free

Grown on molasses, not barley. Distinct from brewer's yeast.

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Gluten-free bakingBaking soda, baking powder, cornstarch, cocoa, vanilla, sugar and yeast are all gluten free. The two things worth knowing are that gluten-free flour needs a bin

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