Gluten Free News

Gluten Free Watchdog shared a concerning label on a product:7th Heaven White & Cookies Bar: This cookie is not gluten-free. It contains wheat. However, there is a stand-alone gluten-free claim that refers to the oats in the product. Listen for more.The label for this product is a reminder to always read the ingredients list even when you see what looks like a gluten-free claim. And please follow Gluten Free Watchdog to stay in the know!

Please join me and the Seattle Children’s Celiac Disease Program as we discuss transitioning college.I’ll talk about 5 Common Mistakes I see again and again in the process and what to do instead. Two current college students will discuss their successes and challenges, followed by Q and A.When: Sunday, October 20thTime: 4pm PSTRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_SQqbL0zjR5W9PF-RuL0NWg

In the wake of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene and as Hurricane Milton threatens Florida, our celiac community is coming together to support the victims of these natural disasters who are also living with celiac disease. Please join us in making a donation in order to provide safe gluten-free food to these communities. We have identified two wonderful nonprofit organizations who are making it part of their mission to feed those with celiac who have been through these terrible hurricanes. FOODiversity is a North Carolina nonprofit accepting donations in order to provide gluten-free and allergy-safe food to those affected by Helene. The National Celiac Association is a national organization that is fundraising to support people who need gluten-free food in regions impacted by natural disasters.  FOODiversity.orgFOODiversity (https://foodiversity.org/donate/)National Celiac AssociationNational Celiac Association (https://nationalceliac.org/donate-fgf/)

The University of Chicago Celiac Center is hosting two great events in October:GI Issues in People with Celiac DiseaseTues. October 29th at 6 p.m. CT for "Celiac Disease Nutrition: Unraveling Additional GI Disorders," led by three dietitians - Lori Welstead, MS, RD, LDN, Audrey Roen, RDN, LDN, and Vicki Gainsberg, RD, LDN, - and Ritu Verma, MD.Sign up here: https://uchicago.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMldO6srTwrHtG8JTGWtBxbUMVdHBYUOqhHDinner with the Doctor!  Neurological Effects of Celiac DiseaseOn Thurs. Oct. 17th at 7 p.m. CT, Douglas Nordli, MD, Ritu Verma, MD, Joseph Fink, Phd, and Farida Mahmoud, MA, will host a panel discussion on an important topic – “Neurological Effects of Celiac Disease.” Sign up here: https://uchicago.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpf-6hrz4rEtOG4tizeOdwRNNqSsNvjcUQ#/registration 

On today's Celiac Project Podcast:Mike and Cam know first hand how quickly they can fall into a rut when eating gluten free. The guys share some of their top tips on how to spice things up and hit refresh when the old routines have become a bit stale. Along the way, accidents do happen, and Cam shares a recent experience of a mysterious glutening, and how he was able to fight through it to still have a great time, despite a less than ideal situation.Listen to the full episode here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com

The National Celiac Association has come to the aid of the gluten free community affected by Hurricane Helene. Hurricane Helene’s massive destruction across the Southeast has left hundreds of thousands of people relying on food distribution and other emergency services. Members of the celiac and gluten free community are especially vulnerable during times of crisis. That’s why our Feeding Gluten Free program is here. They were able to identify Hunger & Health Coalition, Inc. - a food pantry that works with RDs in Boone, NC. We confirmed that there are passable roads in for delivery, and through our Feeding Gluten Free program we were able to purchase lots of gluten free foods for their patrons! We are grateful to be able to help in times when we are needed most.Please consider donating here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Me76Axs9MWbZ8LfH/?mibextid=CTbP7E 

My family's summer trip to London was an incredible experience. I can't wait to tell you more!In the meantime, please take a few minutes to sign this and let politicians know we are serious and want changes in US labeling: https://www.celiacjourney.com/post/call-to-action-submit-comments-to-fda-to-support-citizen-petition-to-label-gluten-as-major-allergen

Wheat starch in gluten free products seems like an oxymoron. But there are a few gluten free products on the market that contain this striped down, highly processed form of wheat. The new DiGiorno pizza is made with wheat starch and it has the gluten free community confused as to whether or not it's safe to eat.Hear what GF Watchdog has to say on the topic. Would you eat products containing wheat starch?

Food sensitivity tests are not recommended for the diagnosis of food allergies or sensitivities. If you suspect you have a food sensitivity, talk with a registered dietitian or healthcare provider to help identify trigger foods and solutions.Read more here:https://nationalceliac.org/celiac-disease-questions/should-i-try-a-food-sensitivity-test-to-see-if-im-intolerant-to-other-things/