Gluten Free News

Circulating around Facebook: clinicians recommending omitting gluten. Fallacy: It's never recommended to try a gluten free diet before getting tested for Celiac. If a physician recommends it, please ask to get tested for Celiac Disease first.

Important Warning about Popular Food Allergy Candy Brand Yum EarthYum Earth is a company that's positioned themselves as a top nine, allergy-free candy company. They offer organic candies, dye-free, top 9 allergen -free candies (the top 9 allergens are wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, egg, milk, sesame, fish, and shellfish).Yum Earth has just changed their packaging to note that wheat is used in their processing. This appears on the packaging of their Sour Littles, Gummy Bears, and Jelly Beans. The company responded that they have always used wheat starch as a processing agent but are only now changing their packaging due to FDA labeling requirements.Listen for more info! ---------------------------------------------------------------------Help Make Gluten Labeling a RealityEighty seven other countries require the labeling of Gluten (Wheat, Barley, Rye and Oats). Since 2006, only Wheat has been required to be labeled, but but Barley, Rye and Oats. The US needs to catch up with the rest of these countries.Here's how you can help:The FDA is allowing 60 days for feedback and comments on the RFI. Specifically the FDA is seeking information on adverse reactions due to "ingredients of interest" (i.e., non-wheat gluten containing grains (GCGs) which are rye and barley, and oats due to cross-contact with GCGs) and on labeling issues or concerns with identifying these "ingredients of interest" on packaged food products in the U.S."People with celiac disease or gluten sensitives have had to tiptoe around food, and are often forced to guess about their food options," said FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, M.D., M.P.H. "We encourage all stakeholders to share their experiences and data to help us develop policies that will better protect Americans and support healthy food choices."PLEASE take a few minutes and leave your comment here

There has been a lot of scary messaging around seeds oils recently. Find out the facts and let me know if there are any other health topics you would like discussed.

It's just a few weeks a way so why not get ready for Mardi Gras with some delicious gf beignets! GF Jules shares the recipe she perfected.She gets rave reviews from discerning critics: https://gfjules.com/recipes/beignets/

It's Facebook Fallacy Friday!Fallacy: Wheat-based bread in Europe is safe for those with Celiac or Gluten Sensitivity to eat. Hear more about how I think this myth started.To be clear, any non-gluten free bread in Europe is not safe to consume in Europe, the United States or elsewhere!Have a Fallacy you want me to talk about? Please send to contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com

On the latest episode of the Celiac Project Podcast:Mike and Cam are joined by Anne Moon and Dr. Annemarie Rompca from the Seattle Children’s Celiac Disease Program, to discuss how comprehensive, community-focused care can help kids and families thrive after a celiac diagnosis. They cover early challenges, mental health support, youth mentorship, community outreach with restaurants, and the future of celiac research — all through the lens of both medical expertise and lived experience.Listen here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/🎥 You can also watch this episode on YouTube at: http://youtube.com/@celiacproject

Happy Valentine's Day! Need some ideas for gluten free candy for Valentine's Day? Here's a good round up from GF Jules!

Who's ready for some football? Here's a collection of appetizers and snacks, including a recipe for my family's favorite dip.GF Jules has tons of recipes on her site for party food: https://gfjules.com/recipes/gluten-free-party-recipes/What are your favorite Super Bowl foods? Please share at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com

Celiac Disease, Food Allergies, and Intolerances: Key Differences and Dining Out StrategiesFebruary 17th at 7:00 pm ETRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CSjjBWutRnGQPwLOwQI_Yw?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registration--------------------------------------------Uncovering the Base of the Celiac Iceberg: From Case Finding to Universal ScreeningMarch 18th at 1:00 pm ETRegister here: https://partners.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CFSqqZSqSda50bTW9e8LOA?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registration---------------------------------------------Virtual Support Groups:Join NCA’s virtual support group meeting for supportive and open conversation about gluten-free living: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvceCupzwtG9Z2YSo4q45H4kAN_-HkHtTU?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationNCA Young Adults with Celiac DiseaseMonthly MeetingFebruary 17th at 5:30 pm CTRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlc-ypqTwiGNKSvpiE5VjvM-nwuQA_x6oG?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationROCK ElementaryTacos & Trivia NightFebruary 23rd at 6:30 pm ETRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nK5AHDOVTLO29BPKJvwjkQ?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationROCK Middle/High School Virtual Hang OutFebruary 24th at 6:30 pm ETRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nK5AHDOVTLO29BPKJvwjkQ?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registrationROCK Parent & Caregiver MeetingFebruary 25th at 6:15 pm ETRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/y4AZMUsYTdWPXZ9YZt_xcA?mc_cid=4a34f3a5f5&mc_eid=5a62c1a313#/registration