"Starch" (without a source qualifier)
Established
What it is
Same ambiguity as modified food starch but worse: no "modified" qualifier, just "starch." Could be any source. This is a common slip — the word reads neutral, like flour, when it can actually be wheat, potato, or corn.
Relevant concerns
- Gluten
Wheat starch is a real ingredient and "starch" doesn't have to disclose it on all jurisdictions.
- Corn
Most commonly corn-derived.
- Nightshade
Could be potato starch.
- AIP (Autoimmune Protocol)
All starches are restricted during AIP elimination phase.
This entry is informational. It isn't a substitute for medical advice or a manufacturer's disclosure. When source matters and you can't tell from the label, contact the manufacturer.