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Gluten free food can get a bad rap even thought there are delicious food and products out there. There are people who actually prefer gluten free versions of products who don't even need to eat gluten free. My extended family is a perfect example. Growing up in an Italian - American family, pasta was a staple. When they visit, they request the gluten free pasta we buy from Garofalo *. It's the bes...

Gluten Free labels on product package aren't not enough to ensure a safe product. Unfortunately, products can be misbranded and need to be reported. Always read ingredient labels and go through the other steps mentioned in this briefing. If you find a product mislabeled gluten free that isn't, PLEASE report it. Here's how: https://www.glutenfreewatchdog.org/news/do-you-know-how-to-report-a-misbran...

One of the best parts of this Gluten Free journey has been the wonderful people I've connected with along the way. The support I've gotten from these interactions is invaluable. Our Cel Kids and Gluten Free Meet Up Groups are a great way to get the face-to-face support that's proven to be the most important of all. Research supports this idea. "Support increases quality-of-life scores," Anne Lee,...

Traveling when you or your family is gluten free can play like a comedy. Coolers of food wedged in between suitcases, snack bags littering the car: the scene could be funny if everyone weren’t so hungry. To rescue you from the travel hangries,  Baltimore Gluten Free  joined forces with Michael Savett from  Gluten Free Philly,  Erin Smith from  Gluten Free Globetrotter...

Eating Ice cream out can enjoyable if you know the questions to ask. I share how my family does it safely. Also, beware of wheat as in ingredient in cheap ice cream cups! I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com and check out www.baltimoreglutenfree.com Instagram Facebook Gluten Free College 101 Website: www.glutenfreecollege.com Facebook: ht...

Gluten Free Watchdog has put together her takeaways from 15 years of testing gluten free food products. Spoiler alert: most of the news is good but she does have some important warnings and recommendations. You can see her full article here: I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com and check out www.baltimoreglutenfree.com Instagram Facebook...

Go Green! Michigan State University  is joining a small, but growing, group of universities offering a dedicated, allergen free dining hall. Opening in fall 2019, “Thrive” will be free of 9 major allergens - including sesame. This dining hall will be certified by  Kitchens with Confidence , a third-party accreditor that will regularly examine protocols and policies to verify this locatio...

Josephine Taylor is a 15 year student that has advocated for 3 years for a microwave in her school so that she, and other celiac students, could enjoy a hot lunch like her peers. Her hard work paid off but she isn't stopping there. Her goal: that she help every student get a microwave in their schools so they can enjoy hot lunches too. Representative Mark Finchem in Tucson, Az. supported her effor...

Eleven year old Kristen Adam is on a mission to make sure kids with Celiac disease didn't feel lonely like she did in the beginning when I was first diagnosed. To help with that, she wrote a book called " Dear Celiac ." Filled with relatable emotions, the book is charmingly illustrated by Kristen's 3rd grade teacher. You can find the book on Amazon. This would make a great gift for any child with...

" Everyone's Got Something, My First Year with Celiac Disease " is a newly released book about being a teen with Celiac, written by teens with Celiac! Written by Halllie and Rayna Katzman, the book is praised as being an honest, relatable and upbeat take on celiac. Written in journal form, it's perfect for any child or teen dealing with Celiac. The authors - Hallie and Rayna - are seniors in high...

The Gluten Free New England Connecticut Expo will be held on April 28, 2019 in Wallingford, CT. In addition to over 70 vendors, there will be food trucks and speakers. Gluten Free New England is locally owned and operated and is passionate about supporting not only national brands but local. They've curated some really cool business with products that you don't see every day in the gluten free wor...

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 I would love to hear f...

Let's talk Easter candy! There are lots of gluten free options for Easter baskets and even some new products on the market. As with other holiday candy runs, it's imperative to read labels . Even candy that's typically gluten free can change status when produced in holiday shapes. For a list of Gluten Free Easter candy, head here: https://www.verywellfit.com/gluten-free-easter-candy-562450 I would...

Gluten Free and allergy-friendly foods can cost up to 450% more then their counterpart products. This means that for some individuals and families, a medical diagnosis requiring a gluten free diet can lead to a severe financial strain. Gluten free food is rarely available at food pantries, leaving few options for getting affordable, safe hunger relief. Low – income individuals are often forced to...

Finding truly gluten free beer (not gluten removed/reduced) - on tap - is a rare thing. Now Baltimore is getting close to breaking ground, thanks to Beth Vita and the folks at  B.C. Brewery  in Hunt Valley, MD Diagnosed just over a year ago, I found Beth's story so inspiring. She saw a need for better social options for the gluten free community and didn't wait around for someone else to...

My family has been lucky enough to visit  Walt Disney World  almost annually for the past 10 years. Why so often? Not only is it so much fun (for all ages) but it’s a true vacation for my gluten free family. We don’t worry about buying food for meals, preparing meals, or researching places to eat (other than to decide what suits our preferences). Disney has dietary restrictions down to a...

Make annual Celiac check appointments.  After diagnosis, it’s important to be checked annually. There are tests that need to be run every year including Antibody Levels, Hemoglobin, Iron and more! Read article here: http://baltimoreglutenfree.com/5-facts-a-celiac-doctor-wants-you-to-know/ I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.co...

You are never too young or too old to be diagnosed.  Celiac patients range in age from babies under a year to seniors in their 90’s. As long as you are consuming gluten, you can be tested. Find the Full Article Here: http://baltimoreglutenfree.com/5-facts-a-celiac-doctor-wants-you-to-know/ I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com and che...

Persistent Celiac symptoms may be a sign of gluten exposure. Gluten in the diet can account for unresolved Celiac symptoms. Look for gluten in sneaky culprits or cross contamination. Read the full article here: http://baltimoreglutenfree.com/5-facts-a-celiac-doctor-wants-you-to-know/ I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com and check out www....

Siblings and 1st degree relatives should be tested every 2 years. Or sooner if symptoms present. Celiac Disease is a genetic autoimmune disease which means it’s hereditary. First degree relatives are at a 22% higher risk of having the disease.  Read full article here: http://baltimoreglutenfree.com/5-facts-a-celiac-doctor-wants-you-to-know/ I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages f...

Going gluten free before getting tested can effect test Celiac Test results . Why get tested if the treatment for a gluten sensitivity and Celiac is the same – namely the gluten free diet? It’s vital to know whether you have Celiac. Listen for why. Full article 5 Facts a Celiac Doctor Wants You to Know about Celiac Disease I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@ba...

Fallacy: Wheat-based sourdough bread is not safe for someone with Celiac or Gluten Sensitivity to eat. There is nothing about the fermenting process that "neutralizes" the gluten. Gluten Free Watchdog tested 3 wheat-based sourdoughs and they were all found to have significant ppm levels of gluten. Read more here: https://www.glutenfreewatchdog.org/news/sourdough-wheat-bread-is-not-safe-for-folks-w...

In honor of St. Patrick's Day, let's talk beer. There can be a lot of confusion around beer in the gluten free community around gluten free vs. gluten reduced products. What's the difference? Gluten free beer is made with grains that naturally don't contain gluten like sorghum or brown rice. Gluten removed beer is made with wheat, barely or rye and undergoes a process to removed gluten using enzym...

Beyond Celiac is a leader in the advancing research, education and a cure for Celiac Disease. To support their great work, the organization is hosting Step Beyond Celiac - a fun run/walk for the family. Currently held in 3 cities across the US, Step Beyond Celiac 5Ks raise fund to support research efforts and develop a global patient registry of people diagnosed with celiac. This year, Philadelphi...

Oats are an ingredient that can be problematic for those living with celiac and gluten sensitivity due to cross contact and sorting methods. It's important that the gluten free community be aware they're an increasingly popular ingredient in both food and beverages. At Natural Products Expo West 2019 , they were listed as a trend, along with healthy fats, plant-based and lower sugar products. List...