Demystifying Menu Labels: Does GFO Mean Gluten-Free?
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According to the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, true gluten-free standards are met only when a product contains less than 10-20 parts per million of gluten. This highlights why the common menu abbreviation GFO, which stands for 'gluten-free option,' is not the same as a guaranteed gluten-free item, and the distinction is crucial for safe dining, especially for those with celiac disease.
