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Gluten
wolves in GF sheep clothing
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Gluten
Free is becoming a very popular term. Sales of Gluten
Free food has skyrocketed in the past two years and is
only going to increase. There are dozens, maybe even hundreds
of cookbooks and “how-to” books for us when
there used to be just two or three. Gluten Free websites,
cooking classes, “seminars” and more are popping
up everywhere.
Be VERY careful when you see new Gluten Free products,
web sites, classes, etc. Many people with no real understanding
of Celiac disease are trying to cash in on the increased
awareness of the need for Gluten Free info., products,
etc. Many are just wheat free and have no real understanding
of cross contamination or the need for vigilance over
incidental ingredients. Some lure you in with offers of
free classes/ workshops/seminars just to get you to buy
their products or sign up for cooking classes. Don’t
automatically accept whatever you see in writing as true.
Here are some questions to ask when you are checking out
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1. Are you recognized/affiliated/endorsed by any national
celiac support or research centers?
2. Where do you get your information on what is Gluten
Free?
3. How long have you been working with Gluten Free foods?
4. Do you have any training in nutrition? (for those who
claim special knowledge in this area)
5. What do you know about Celiac disease?
6. What steps do you take to avoid cross-contamination?
7. Is there a difference between wheat free and Gluten
Free? (they should know)
8. Can you provide any references?
You should get clear answers without any hesitation if
they really know their stuff. There are legitimate, caring
people out there who are providing valuable products and
information, but, you do have to (to use a wheat term)
separate the grain from the chaff.
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Gluten Free Holiday Candy Lists |
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The GF candy lists are ready. Check out these on Sure Foods Living. There is a GF list with detail, a simple GF list, and an allergen free list of candy that does not contain any of the top eight allergens. |
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March Dream Dinners - Ventura |
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Go to www.dreamdinners.com and sign up for next month's Gluten-Free session. Only at the Ventura location. This is a great way to get dinner on the table after a busy day.
Click the logo to see the monthly gluten-free menus. |
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Betty Crocker GF Mixes |
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The mistress of baking, Betty Crocker is sending gluten free mixes to grocery stores. Watch for cookie, brownie, and cake mixes with a big GLUTEN FREE across the front. They are also available on Amazon.com. |
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Rice Chex |
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Chex is coming our with more gluten free cereals. NOW, not only will Rice Chex be labeled Gluten Free, so will Corn, Honey Nut, Cinnamon, Chocolate, and Strawberry Chex. They are in stores now. Check your local paper for coupons.
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La Tortilla Factory GF Wraps |
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La Tortilla Factory now makes two kinds of GF wraps, Ivory Teff and Dark Teff. These are the best GF wraps I have ever tried. Not available in So. Cal. stores yet, but you can get them from the web site www.latortillafactory.com.
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Oats |
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Most of those with Celiac disease are found to be able to tolerate oats in their diet. No more than 1 cup cooked (1/3 cup dry) per day. Bobs Red Mill GF Oats are now available in stores. Or you can buy GF oats online at www.giftsofnature.com, www.glutenfreeoats.com, or www.creamhillestates.com
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Dr. Peter Green - Celiac Disease: A Hidden Epidemic |
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Dr.
Peter Green’s book, Celiac Disease: A Hidden
Epidemic is a must have if you want to really know
as much as possible about Celiac Disease. It is available
at amazon.com
and many other online sites. |
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Click Here for our Membership form and join the Celiac Disease Foundation PLUS our Local Chapter for the price of just one. Part of your membership fee will stay in Ventura County to support our local effforts.
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