Reviews and Information for Buckwheat (Kasha) Cereal
Oats (Rolled and Steel-Cut) Review
Find the best oats, oatmeal, and steel-cut oats based on our tests and comparisons. See which products pass or failed our tests, find out if contamination with gluten, lead, cadmium, arsenic, or mercury, and yeast and mold is a problem, and see our Top Picks based on quality, taste, and cost.
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Gluten-Free Grains Review (Buckwheat, Quinoa, Sorghum, Millet, and Teff)
31% of Gluten-Free Grains Fail Our Tests Due to Contaminants. Quinoa, Buckwheat, Sorghum, Millet and Teff Tested.
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What is acrylamide? Is it true that coffee and cocoa contain this toxin?
Find out what acrylamide is, how much is found in coffee and cocoa, and how you can minimize your intake of acrylamide.
Clinical Update
12/10/2024
Buckwheat Poisoning
Be aware that cases of poisoning have been reported in Europe with buckwheat flour contaminated with another plant species. For details see the Concerns and Cautions section of our Gluten-Free Grains Review, which includes our Top Picks among buckwheat and other gluten-free grains.
News Release
December 05, 2024
Some Oats Surprisingly High in Gluten, According to ConsumerLab Tests
White Plains, NY, December 5, 2024 — Oats are a healthy source of fiber and naturally gluten-free. However, it’s not uncommon for oats to become contaminated with gluten during processing, which can cause problems for people with celiac disease and others who follow a gluten-free diet.
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Supplements That May Be Needed When Following a Gluten-Free Diet
Find out if supplements such as folate, vitamin B-12, niacin, thiamin, iron, vitamin D, and/or fiber are needed when following a gluten-free diet. Also learn how to find gluten-free supplements on ConsumerLab.com.
Clinical Update
1/20/2025
Quinoa for Blood Sugar Control
Quinoa was found to be more effective than mixed grains at controlling blood sugar in a recent study. Learn more in our Gluten-Free Grains Review, which includes our Top Picks for buckwheat, quinoa, sorghum, millet and teff.
Recalls & Warnings
November 10, 2020
Seller of Cholesterol-Lowering Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On October 29, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Natural Sprout Co.
News Release
August 30, 2016
Surprising Results in Oat Cereals Study by ConsumerLab.com -- Popular Brands Tested for Fungal Toxin, Gluten and Heavy Metals
White Plains, New York, August 30, 2016 — Cheerios, rolled oats, steel-cut oats and other oat cereals can be a healthy choice for breakfast.
Recalls & Warnings
February 10, 2015
Seller of "Natural" Cough Syrup Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 21, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Fragrance Manufacturing Incorporated, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup and Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup for Kids, to be adulterated because they ...
Recalls & Warnings
July 03, 2012
Standard Process Recalls Three Supplements Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
On June 29, 2012, Standard Process issued a voluntary recall of the company's Cataplex ACP, Cataplex C and Pancreatrophin PMG, after a routine FDA inspection uncovered potential Salmonella contamination in an ingredient found in these three products.
