Gluten Free News

U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver II (D-MO) and Betty McCollum (D-MN) introduced the Celiac Safety Act on Thursday.The legislation is meant to strengthen food labeling law and protect the roughly 3 million Americans with celiac disease.It’s the first proposal in Congress to require the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to mandate the inclusion of “gluten-containing grains” as a major food allergen. Manufacturers would be required to label the inclusion of all gluten-containing ingredients in their products.Stay tuned for more info on this and ways to get involved!

In new research, patients with celiac disease (CeD) have a significantly increased risk of developing an eating disorder.This is according to study results presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2026 conference, held from May 2 to 5, in Chicago, Illinois.Read more here: https://www.gastroenterologyadvisor.com/reports/celiac-disease-linked-to-more-than-6fold-increased-risk-for-eating-disorders/

Erin Smith is a tireless Celiac Advocate who was diagnosed in 1981 as a toddler. Since then, Erin has used her experiences to help others and advocate for gluten free community.Erin has also shared her passion for travel through her account Gluten Free Globetrotter. Make sure to follow her on social media and please don't travel to NYC without consulting her list of dedicated GF eateries in and around the city.If you're looking for a gift, Erin has the perfect something for anyone on your list, especially if they're gluten free!

On today's Celiac Project Podcast:Mike’s daughter Jessica returns to share her college decision — and the school that checked every box from academics to safe dining for celiac students. Hear how she narrowed down her choices, weighed the vibes and the food, and ultimately found her new college home for the next 4 years. Plus, Mike, Cam and Jess dig into what makes her chosen school's gluten free program stand out for students managing food allergies.Listen to the full episode here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/

The midday lunch hour often presents a frustrating choice between lackluster takeout that costs $15 or a soggy meal-prepped salad. But the millions who watch Violet Witchel’s “dense bean salad” recipes are looking to change that. Her viral videos even inspire younger generations to plan meals ahead by showing easy ways to create salads that pack a delicious and nutritious punch, rescuing boring workweek menus.Violet was diagnosed with Celiac at a young age and learned cooking and kitchen skills early. As a collegiate athlete, she started posting her cooking videos from her dorm room and they took off, propelling her following to almost 3 million!Her salads are easy, healthful, and of course gluten free. Read more here: https://www.theroamreport.com/features/spilling-the-beans-why-violet-witchel-s-meal-prep-secret-is-taking-over-the-internet/article_9672c404-a268-45cd-844c-41df083dae96.html

Why is gluten free food so expensive? Gluten free food is 3 to 4 times more expensive then non-gluten free counterparts. Listen to why this is and how to manage eating gluten free without breaking the bank.Read the full article here