sind dinkelflocken glutenfrei — what does this mean exactly?

The question 'Are spelt flakes gluten-free?' asks whether spelt (an ancient wheat species) is safe for a gluten-free diet. Spelt (Triticum spelta) is a subspecies of wheat and contains gluten – specifically the storage proteins gliadin and glutenin that trigger the immune reaction in celiac disease. Therefore, spelt flakes are not gluten-free. Confusion arises because spelt is often marketed as more digestible or 'ancient,' but for people with celiac disease, it is equally harmful as modern wheat. Some individuals with non-celiac gluten sensitivity may tolerate spelt better, but this is subjective and not evidence-based for celiac. Genetic risk testing (HLA-DQ2/DQ8) does not change this: carriers with diagnosed celiac must avoid all gluten sources, including spelt. The evidence is mechanistic (gluten content) and practice-based (dietary guidelines). A DNA test for celiac risk is not a diagnosis. In summary: spelt flakes are not gluten-free; those requiring a gluten-free diet should choose certified gluten-free oats or other grains.