Does Straw Have Gluten in It? What Celiacs Need to Know
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Celiac Association, the stalk of the wheat plant, known as straw, does not contain gluten. However, this simple fact doesn't eliminate all risk, leaving many with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity wondering if they need to worry about cross-contamination when handling straw or using modern wheat straw-based products.