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  • Dietary Health
  • Consumer Behavior

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  • Gluten contamination in rice is a significant concern for individuals on a gluten-free diet.
  • Contamination can occur during various stages, impacting consumer confidence.
  • Understanding perceived versus actual risk is crucial for informed dietary choices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the perceived risk of gluten contamination in rice among gluten-free diet followers.
  • To determine the actual presence of gluten contamination in commercially available rice in Croatia.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study combining online surveys and laboratory analysis.
  • Assessed perceived risk via questionnaires (N=66).
  • Analyzed 41 rice samples using ELISA for gluten presence.

Main Results:

  • No gluten contamination was detected in any rice samples (LOQ 5 mg/kg).
  • 82% of respondents expressed high uncertainty about gluten contamination risk in rice.
  • A significant discrepancy exists between consumer perception and scientific evidence.

Conclusions:

  • Consumer perception of gluten contamination risk in rice is high, despite scientific evidence to the contrary.
  • There is a need for improved communication, clearer labeling, and consumer education.
  • Addressing consumer concerns is vital for building trust and supporting informed dietary decisions.