Barley contains gluten. It contains around 5 to 8 percent gluten, so it shouldn't be consumed by people with celiac disease or non-celiac
Does barley have less gluten than wheat?
Both contain gluten, making them unsuitable for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. While both grains are nutritious, barley is richer in fiber and cholesterol-lowering beta-glucan and loses fewer nutrients during processing than wheat.
Can you get gluten-free barley?
No, barley is not gluten-free. There are three grains that cannot be eaten on a gluten-free diet: wheat, barley and rye.