What Is MCT Oil?

In today's oversaturated wellness world, there are as many types
of oils out there as there are milk alternatives.  So what is all
the hype about MCT oil.  MCT stands for "medium chain
triglycerides," and it's essentially a type of fat.
Triglycerides are a type of fat that are made up of a glycerol
molecule and three fatty acids. 
Although MCT oil is often marketed as a wellness product,
MCT's are traditionally used in a clinical setting for a variety
of reasons.  They can be used as part of treatment for
gastrointestinal disorders that affect the body's ability
to absorb dietary fat.  They have been used for weight
loss.  Still little is known of the role they play in our
diet.

Bath Products, Medication and Vitamins

Laundry detergent, bath soaps, shampoos, conditioner, lotions and bubble baths are all safe because they are not ingested.

All medications and supplements, both over the counter and prescription, need to be checked for gluten content.  Here is a website to check your meds. www.glutenfreedrugs.com.

It is suggested to have your vitamin levels checked yearly, for any deficiencies.  A multivitamin is always recommended.
 

Folate

Folate is necessary for the production and maintenance of new cells.  This is especially important during periods of rapid growth.  The daily reference intake for folate is 400 micrograms.
Sources of folate:

• Banana
• Liver
• Chicken pea flour
• Enriched corn flour
• Enriched white rice
• Ground flax
• Legumes
• Millet
• Peanuts
• Sesame Seeds
• walnuts
• Wild rice

Oats And Gluten Free

Oats

Studies have shown that 97% of people with Celiac disease can tolerate gluten free oats.  Before introducing oats there should be no GI complaints and Celiac disease should be well controlled on a gluten free diet.  Celiac antibodies should be normal before introducing oats and repeated every 3 months later to make sure they stay normal.  Some oats are pure and uncontaminated.  Other oats are mechanically sorted to be gluten free. 

Grocery Shopping Tips

Here are some grocery shopping tips to remember:

• Always read food labels.
• Wheat free does not always mean gluten free.
• When in doubt do without.
• Watch out for cross contamination.

Cross contmination

Here are some tips to help you avoid cross-contamination:

• Cutting board (designate as gluten free or clean well   between uses.)
• Colander (designate as gluten free.)
• Toaster ( must not be shared)
• Toaster oven ( can be shared, use foil to prevent contamination.
• Use separate butter, mayonnaise, peanut butter, or anything you dip into.

Make sure you clean all plates and utensils well.  Try to keep your gluten free items in different area than the ones with gluten.                                                                  

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