Tag: Paper straws

According to a 2023 Belgian study, toxic "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, were found in a majority of paper straws tested. As a result, the once widely accepted idea that paper straws are healthier than plastic is now under serious scrutiny.

In 2019, the Walt Disney Company officially began phasing out single-use plastic straws and stirrers across all its owned and operated locations. This move raised a critical question for guests with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities: are Disney straws gluten-free and safe for them to use?

According to the National Celiac Association, the move away from plastic straws has introduced new challenges for the gluten-free community, raising the critical question: are disposable straws gluten-free? For those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, understanding the material composition of single-use items is a crucial part of preventing accidental gluten exposure.