Gluten Free News

ROCK Parent Roundtable: Nutrition and Your ChildExpert celiac dietitian, Renee Euler, will join NCA staff to briefly present on the nutritional needs of your child or teen followed by open Q&A. Question submissions ahead of time are welcome. Renee Euler, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in celiac disease and other gastrointestinal conditions. She is in private practice in Albuquerque, NM. She is a member of NCA’s Medical and Nutrition Advisory Board and has been a support group leader for over 15 years, both in Albuquerque, and previously in Chicago.April 28th at 7pm ETRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oC9MqdA5Si2Shgir5_91MQ#/registration

Today on the podcast, we’ve got a major story for the celiac disease community—one that could set a new legal precedent for accessibility and equal rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Here’s what’s happening: The National Celiac Association (NCA), a leading advocacy group for people with celiac disease, just filed an amicus brief (that’s a “friend of the court” document) with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. They’re supporting Eleanor McGinn, a resident of Broadmead, Inc., a senior living community, in her case against the facility. The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is also backing her up.Listen to hear more!

On today's Celiac Project Podcast:Mike and Cam sit down with Dr. Ritu Verma, Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Medical Director of University of Chicago's Celiac Disease Center. Dr. Verma helps the guys with some "myth busting" relating to celiac disease and a gluten free diet. They tackle both big and small topics including: Are there actually ways to reduce the chances of offspring developing celiac disease? How careful do kids really need to be while eating gluten free at home and at school? Is wheat starch safe for celiacs? And so much more!Listen Here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/

Easter is around the corner and we're talking Gluten Free Easter Candy to fill your baskets! Please always check ingredient labels and especially research special Easter holiday shapes and recipes.

In this month's Ask the Expert in the National Celiac Associations newsletter this question was submitted by a parent:Can you tell me some good suggestions to manage choosing a daycare? We have a 3-year-old with celiac disease and don’t know if a home daycare vs. a bigger center would be better. What things should we ask when considering them? Find out more here: https://nationalceliac.org/rock-going-to-school/

The Gluten Intolerance Group is holding a 2025 Teen SummitJoin the Gluten Intolerance Group for a fun and empowering Virtual Teen Summit, created just for teens living gluten-free! With tailored breakout rooms, your teen will learn, grow, and connect with others who understand their journey.Room for Ages 10-13: Foundations & FunInteractive Games: Sharpen skills with "Name That Food" and label-reading challenges.Confidence Building: Learn self-advocacy for school, restaurants, and family gatherings.Creative Expression: Create your own gluten-free superhero persona!Room for Ages 14-18: Real-World Challenges Social Navigation: Tips for dating, parties, and advocating for yourself.Safety Know-How: Cross-contamination tips and restaurant strategies. We'll ask if your teen prefers the 10 - 13 room or the 14-18 room during registration, ensuring they're in the space that fits their needs and interests!Practice Makes Perfect: Role-play scenarios to tackle real-world situations.Closing Fun!After breakout sessions, participants will regroup for a lively recap and Q&A to share key takeaways and celebrate their progress.Help your teen build confidence, learn practical skills, and connect with others in this fun and supportive gluten-free event!Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-teen-summit

Fresh Creative Foods is voluntarily recalling a single item with a specific use by date, produced at a regional facility and distributed to limited Trader Joe’s locations. The product is Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Mustard Dressing, with a Use By Date of 05/27/2025 due to labeling error. The incorrect label does not include allergen callouts for peanuts, soy, sesame, or wheat.The dressing was distributed to Trader Joe’s locations in the following states: AR, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, KS, LA, MA, MD, NC, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, TX, VA.Please do not consume this product if you have it and return to the store for a product refund.Full recall notice: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/undeclared-allergen-trader-joes-hot-honey-mustard-dressing-use-date-05272025-issued-fresh-creative

On today's Celiac Project Podcast:Mike's daughters, Jessica and Melanie, join the guys on today's podcast. They share their recent trip to see the University of Wisconsin at Madison. It was quite an adventure as they started with a tour of Taste Republic facilities and learned some of their secrets to great pasta making. They also had some standout gluten free meals while in town. Most importantly, the University tour was fantastic, complete with a quick primer of the dining halls and some first hand experience seeing what campus life would be like as a student with celiac disease.Full episode here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/If you're the parent of gluten free teen, please visit Gluten Free College and join our Facebook Group, Gluten Free College 101

The National Celiac Association has some great online support groups:Young Adults with Celiac Disease April 8th at 5:30 pm CTNCA Tennessee has partnered with our friends at Vanderbilt Celiac Center to create a peer-to-peer support group geared towards helping you connect with other young adults over 18 with celiac disease. These support groups meet virtually on Zoom once a month.Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlc-ypqTwiGNKSvpiE5VjvM-nwuQA_x6oG?mc_cid=85d5e22d76&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationAdults Living Gluten FreeApril 8th at 7:00 pm ETJoin NCA’s virtual support group meeting for supportive and open conversation about gluten-free living! These meetings, open to all, are held from 7 to 8 pm ET on the second Tuesday of each month. Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvceCupzwtG9Z2YSo4q45H4kAN_-HkHtTU?mc_cid=85d5e22d76&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationParents & Caregivers of Children with Celiac April 16th at 5:15 pm CTNCA Tennessee has partnered with our friends at Vanderbilt Celiac Center to create a peer-to-peer support group geared towards helping you connect with other parents and caregivers of children with celiac disease. These support groups meet virtually on Zoom once a month.Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAscOmsqjwiGdAL5IXLKPcup8zj_9SM5uRB?mc_cid=85d5e22d76&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registration