Celiac Symptoms in Children

Celiac Symptoms in Children

The symptoms of celiac disease cover a wide range and are variable from person to person, but according to the Canadian Celiac Association, there are some symptoms that seem to be particularly common among celiac children. These are: vomiting, irritability, behavioral changes, delayed growth or puberty, short stature, and dental enamel abnormalities. According to Celiacs, […]

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Associated Celiac Conditions

Associated Celiac Conditions

Celaic disease, which has a wide variety of symptoms in itself, often is attended by other health conditions. According to the Canadian Celiac Association, for this reason, it’s recommended that people with celiac disease symptoms or a family history of celiac disease get tested for the following associated conditions: -Osteoporosis -Type 1 diabetes mellitus -Other […]

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My Article on U.S. Gluten-Free Food Labeling to Appear in Journal of Gluten Sensitivity

My Article on U.S. Gluten-Free Food Labeling to Appear in Journal of Gluten Sensitivity

You can order a copy of the Winter print edition of the Journal of Gluten Sensitivity to read my article, “U.S. Has Yet to Define ‘Gluten-Free’ for Food Labels,” in which I take up the critical subject of the FDA’s gluten-free labeling regulations. The Journal of Gluten Sensitivity is a print and online quarterly newsletter […]

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Green Beaver-Gluten-Free Company Review

Green Beaver-Gluten-Free Company Review

     We review a lot of gluten-free companies and products, but it isn’t very often that we come across a body product line that is gluten-free. Green Beaver is a Canada-based company that truly believes in being gluten-free. From kids’ products to women’s lip products, this company is sure to have something for everyone. […]

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Cajun’s Choice- Gluten-Free,Grain-Free Shrimp, Crab & Crawfish Boil

Cajun’s Choice- Gluten-Free,Grain-Free Shrimp, Crab & Crawfish Boil

One of my lovely readers purchased Cajun Choices Shrimp, Crab and Crawfish Boil and put her own spin on it. Take a look at what she has to say and check out the Cajun Choice review.   “I love to use my “Crab Boil” for other things besides a base for soups. I actually put […]

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Sign up for Celiac SmartLists

Sign up for Celiac SmartLists

  Clan Thompson’s Celiac SmartLists—a food SmartList and a drug SmartList—are a series of programs which provide information regarding gluten for thousands of products, including a “Comments” section for people to provide additional information. These SmartLists are available for Windows, Macs, SmartPhones, Palms, Pocket PCs and Blackberries. Tina Turbin http://www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

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Gling.com: Check It Out!

Gling.com: Check It Out!

Gling.com is another GF resource, divided into four helpful parts. First is the Community, not unlike the social network sites which have been growing increasingly popular, such as Facebook and MySpace. Studies have shown that one of the main reasons why some celiac patients can’t stay gluten-free is that they don’t have a support group […]

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Hope Paige – Gluten Free Medical Bracelets Available Now!

Hope Paige – Gluten Free Medical Bracelets Available Now!

           With celiac disease awareness on the rise, more and more companies, such as Hope Paige, are coming out with useful products for the celiac community.      Hope Paige is not an ordinary medical bracelet company. Whether you want a waterproof bracelet, one with charms, one to wear to work, or […]

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Dedicated Gluten-Free Oats- Cream Hill Estates

Dedicated Gluten-Free Oats- Cream Hill Estates

  Fulfilling the requirements of both the Canadian and U.S. government standards for gluten-free (http://glutenfreehelp.info) facility certification is no easy task. Ask Beth Armour of Cream Hill Estates, Canada. Cream Hill Estates routinely undergoes painstaking and expensive tests to eliminate any and all possibilities of cross-contamination. The complicated and demanding process begins with the transportation […]

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Nuts Online – Assured Gluten-Free

Nuts Online – Assured Gluten-Free

Nuts Online is your source for just about any nut and nut flour we could ask for. I made wonderful cashew flour chocolate chip cookies one evening, and the next evening I made macadamia nut flour bread as a substitute for my almond flour bread. This company has been around since 1929 and has remained […]

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Gluten-Free Eaters, Check Out Sunshine Burger!

Gluten-Free Eaters, Check Out Sunshine Burger!

Sunshine Burger is one of the only companies that offers a gluten-free, soy-free, vegan and USDA certified organic veggie burger. Only organic whole food ingredients are used, such as raw ground sunflower kernels, brown rice, fresh carrots, herbs and sea salt, all of which (the company is proud to say) consumers can pronounce. Organic Sunshine Burgers […]

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Check out this Website for Kosher GF Goodies!

Check out this Website for Kosher GF Goodies!

Now there’s a solution online for getting kosher GF products in Israel and worldwide, offering hundreds of items. I have heard great things about their customer service, too! Check them out today and let me know what you think! Orders can be placed online (www.glutenfree.co.il/english), by phone (972-3-9191025) and by fax (972-3-9191026). Tina Turbinwww.GlutenFreeHelp.info

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Gravy Lovers: Boston Market’s Poultry Gravy is GF!

Gravy Lovers: Boston Market’s Poultry Gravy is GF!

The next time you’re at Boston Market, you can enjoy some gluten-free gravy on those heavenly mashed potatoes! It turns out that Boston Market’s poultry gravy has no gluten!  (Note: The beef gravy is NOT gluten-free.) I took a look at the ingredients and even called Boston Market to confirm that it was true. Of […]

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Attention, Canadian Bacon Lovers!

Attention, Canadian Bacon Lovers!

Low in fat, high in protein, great-tasting, versatile in recipes, and gluten-free, Canadian Bacon is one of my favorite items because it’s a delicious and healthy option for GF eaters. Jones Dairy Farm Canadian Bacon, a family-owned company in operation for 120 years, using the highest-quality loins for great taste and texture, outsells all other […]

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Review: Astoria Mills

Review: Astoria Mills

Check out Astoria Mills, manufacturer of delicious, gluten-free enriched baking mixes, made in a dedicated gluten free facility and dairy-, soy-, nut- and peanut-free. These mixes let you make all your favorites you used to enjoy, such as breads and pizza crust, muffins, cakes, pies, pierogis, and main dishes. Each mix makes multiple recipes which […]

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Which Green Tea Brands Are Gluten-Free

Which Green Tea Brands Are Gluten-Free

It seems to me that tea is typically gluten-free unless it has additives, but the teabags could possibly have gluten ingredients. Here a re a few familiar names which you may have on your shelves: Lipton’s Green Tea: The decaf is perfect when you want to enjoy the taste of green tea without the caffeine […]

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The Universal Gluten-Free Symbol and How to Get It on Your Gluten-Free Product

The Universal Gluten-Free Symbol and How to Get It on Your Gluten-Free Product

  GREAT Foodservice, which is a program of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), has selected a symbol as the “universal gluten-free symbol” for brand association participants to use: a grain representing wheat with a cross-out mark, which is already widely used internationally. This will help  non-native English speakers, pre-literate children, and non-literate consumers […]

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Think Thin – A Gluten Free Bar

Think Thin – A Gluten Free Bar

Want to learn about a gluten-free protein bar we tried in my test kitchens with 0 grams of sugar? I know you’ve seen them in the health food stores and in many grocery stores. The name will be familiar but the history will not be. Lizanne Falsetto is he power behind Think Thin Bars. At […]

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Gluten-Free Bread Companies—An Overview

Gluten-Free Bread Companies—An Overview

There is certainly no lack of options when it comes to gluten-free breads. Gluten-free for years, I’m lucky to have had the opportunity to try so many of them. The market is now full of gluten-free bread companies, offering breads, buns, rolls, and so much more, some of which are made to be nutrient-rich and […]

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Crunchmaster Gluten Free Crackers

Crunchmaster Gluten Free Crackers

These Multi-Seed Crackers have crunch, flavor, and perfectly accompany any slice of cheese or dip and are great simply plain. The Roasted Garlic was not unlike a garlic cracker I used to eat prior to being diagnosed with celiac disease. The Sweet Onion was light but the crunch was perfect with the flavor. The plain […]

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