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Is the probiotic VSL#3 gluten free?

Posted on January 12, 2008

Is the probiotic VSL#3 gluten free?Reports of the probiotic VSL#3 may contain small amounts of gluten are quite disturbing to me because I have recommended it to many of patients. I have also taken it personally and recommended to my wife who has severe celiac disease complicated by the skin disorder dermatitis herpetiformis. So, I initiated an investigation. My research indicates flavored VSL#3, containing maltose derived from barley may not be gluten free, but the unflavored powder and capsule preparations are likely gluten free. I review my research and discuss my the importance of this is...

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allergy , celiac , celiac disease , colitis , crohns disease , dermatitis , diarrhea , diet , irritable bowel syndrome , protein , skin