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Is dark chocolate high in gluten?
Find out whether dark chocolate is high or low in gluten, see its exact rating, and check its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility all in one place.
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Sensitivity notes
Why gluten food checker matters
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. People with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or wheat allergy need to avoid gluten to prevent digestive and systemic symptoms.
- Learn to read labels carefully - gluten hides in many products
- Be aware of cross-contamination in shared kitchens and restaurants
- Look for certified gluten-free products for safety
Triggers
Diets
Serving size, prep, and portion notes for dark chocolate
Dark chocolate has real upsides, since its cocoa flavanols make it anti-inflammatory, but that same cocoa is high in histamine, a histamine liberator, high in nickel and high in oxalate, with a moderate dose of caffeine. That is why a couple of squares can bring on a migraine, flushing or a nickel-type skin flare in sensitive people even though it is one of the better-for-you sweets.
Watch for
High in histamine and a histamine liberator, a well-known migraine and flushing trigger / High in nickel, cocoa is one of the classic foods that flares systemic nickel allergy / High in oxalate, worth portioning on a kidney-stone diet / Contains caffeine, less than coffee but enough to matter for caffeine-sensitive people
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Gluten Guide
Everything you need to know about gluten sensitivity and smart food choices.
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and their derivatives. People with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or wheat allergy need to avoid gluten to prevent digestive and systemic symptoms.
Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.
These foods are generally well-tolerated for Gluten sensitivity:
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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:
These foods are high in gluten and may trigger symptoms:
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If you're sensitive to Gluten, consider these strategies:
- 1Learn to read labels carefully - gluten hides in many products
- 2Be aware of cross-contamination in shared kitchens and restaurants
- 3Look for certified gluten-free products for safety
- 4Oats are naturally gluten-free but often cross-contaminated
- 5Give your gut time to heal - improvement may take months
Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.
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Is dark chocolate high in Gluten?
Gluten: low signal for most people.
Can I still eat dark chocolate if I'm sensitive to Gluten?
Usually fine in normal portions.
What else should I check?
Check Histamine, Histamine Liberators, and Oxalates next for a fuller picture.