More Hidden Sources Of Gluten

Gluten contamination doesn't always come from food, it can also come from unknown sources around your house that you come in contact with daily.  If you have cut all gluten out of your diet, and still experience symptoms, look for other sources of contamination.

Here are a few places that gluten hides and contaminates.

The good old toaster, loaded with gluten crumbs.  The first thing you should do when going gluten free is get your own toaster.  Any toaster can have traces of gluten and cause a reaction.  Even the smallest amount can wreak havoc on your immune system. 

Condiments like butter and cream cheese.

Spreads are another huge culprit of cross contamination.  People double dipping knives, crumbs can be spread onto your gluten free bread.  Best advice, have  your own labled with your name.  Another idea is condiments in a squeez bottle, to avoid double dipping.

Another great idea is to have your own gluten free area, if possible.  This will help with crumbs whether it is from cookies or pretzels.  Keep everything closed, and labeled.  This will ensure your gluten free lifestyle, is gluten free.