Last Day, Did You Know These Foods Contain Gluten??????

 12.  Potato Chips-  Yes you read that right, yummy crunchy salted

potato chips may contain gluten.  Always read the ingredients and

label.

13.  Pre- seasoned Meat-  Many of those yummy rubs, marinades and

sauces often contain flour or other wheat based ingredients.

14.  Restaurant Eggs-  Eggs may not by the best gluten free option.

Many times they are mixed with pancake batter to make them

fluffier.  There is also a high risk for cross contamination.

15.  Pickles-  While many commercial pickles are certified

gluten free, some are made with malt vinegar, which contains

barley.

So there you have it, some food you may not have ever thought

contained gluten.  Always ask, read and check labels when you

can.

Day 2 of 3 Did You Know That These Food Contain Gluten???????????????

 Foods that surprisingly contain gluten.

7.  Beer- Conventional beer is typically make from malted

barley and hops, sometimes wheat.  Many companies are 

beginning to offer gluten free beer.

8.  Soy Sauce-  Many Asian foods, such as rice, tofu and 

sushi are ideal for a gluten free diet.  However in most

cases soy Sause contain gluten, unless labeled gluten free.

9.  Salad Dressings- A fresh green salad drizzled with olive

oil is a great gluten free meal.  If you prefer creamy dressing

watch for the hidden gluten.  Many contain wheat ingredients.

10.  Condiments-  Yes you got it, condiments are another source

of hidden gluten, it is used as a thickener and or stabilizer in

many yummy condiments.

11.  French Fries-  While naturally gluten free, at many 

restaurants there is cross contamination in the fryer or

during preparation.  Always ask if they have a designated

fryer for fries before ordering.  

Day 1 Of 3 Did You Know That These Foods Contain Gluten???????????

 Celiac disease, is an inherited condition that affects nearly 1%

of the population.  Many non celiac individuals also experience

varying degrees of gluten sensitivity.  While some gluten 

containing foods , like bread and pasta are evident and easy to

avoid, others are surprisingly not.

1. Corn Flakes-  while corn is naturally gluten free, most brands

of corn flakes aren't safe.  Most cereals are sweetened with Malt.

2.  Oats- Pure oats are completely safe for those with Celiac disease,

but studies have shown that most oats are processed in facilities with

wheat and barely.  Look for labels that say gluten free on the box.

3.  Ice Cream-  Who doesn't love an ice cream cone?  Ice cream can

be gluten free, but depends on the ingredients.  You need to always 

check the label.

4.  Couscous-  Most couscous looks like rice, but it is made from

semolina, a type of wheat.

5.  Meat Substitutes-  Faux meat options aren't just for vegans anymore!

Many of these products are gluten free, however some contains gluten.

6.  Deli Meats- Fresh, unseasoned meat is naturally gluten free.  

However some meats add starches in their seasoning.  Certified gluten

free is always good to look for.

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency

A vitamin B12 deficiency may take years to become
apparent.  Symptoms tend to appear when the body's
stores of vitamin B12 begin to run out. 

Vitamin B12 can be found in food such as meat,
salmon, cheeses and eggs.

Carnivores can usually get all the vitamin B12 their
body needs from their diet.

When the small intestines fail to absorb nutrients
from food, a deficiency can occur.

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Six Common Reasons You Have Too Much Gas

Although it is perfectly normal to feel bloaty
with gas sometimes, excessive gas can be
painful.

1.  You are ingesting too much gas
This can be caused by chewing gum, or breathing
through your mouth while you sleep.  Other ways
are drinking carbonation, smoking and eating too
fast.
2.  High Fiber foods

Certain foods high in fiber such as whole grains,
cabbage, broccoli, and brussels sprouts can cause
gas in many people.

FDA Relaxes Food Labeling Rules During Covid-19

Usually, when a food manufacturer makes an ingredient change,
they must produce a new label for all the changed products.
However, Covid-19 has changed that for now.  The Food and
Drug Administration is relaxing some labeling requirements
for certain ingredients in food in the U.S.

The move will give food manufacturers the ability to make
small changes without making label changes.  That may mean
adding, omitting, or blending ingredients to meet the
product needs.

The guidance states that ingredients used as substitutes should
not alter any voluntary nutrient or health claim, such as gluten
free.

The safety, claims, and prominence section of the guidance
specifically states that no gluten ingredient can be used
as a substitute for a gluten free ingredient.

For more information, questions and answers, read the
FDA's page on food safety and the Coronavirus Disease
2019.

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Gluten Free Cookie Tips

Here are some baking tips for the perfect gluten
free cookies.

1.  Let dry and wet ingredients sit at room temperature
before mixing the dough.

2.  Cookies bake best on silicon baking pans.

Easy Gluten Free Snack Ideas

Gluten free snacks can be nutritious and easy to make
Gluten is a type of protein found in grains like rye,
barley, and wheat. 
Here are a free easy snacks to make and enjoy at home
or on the go.
1.  Oatmeal with apple and walnuts
Take gluten free oatmeal, cut pieces of apple and walnuts.
Add water or milk and there is a fast easy snack.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is needed to perform vital bodily functions.
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep the body's nerve
and blood cells healthy and helps make DNA.  It also helps
prevent anemia. 

Vitamin B12 is naturally found in animal products, including
fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk, and milk products.  It can also
be found in fortified cereals.

Symptoms of anemia or deficiency include:

• Your skin looks pale
• You feel dizzy
• You lost your appetite
• You lost weight
• You feel tingling in hands and feet
• You feel forgetful

These can also be symptoms for other conditions, see your

doctor for a diagnosis.  

Tips To Make Your Gluten Free Baking Taste Good

Lets agree on this, gluten free baked goods sometimes
get a bad wrap.  It can be challenging to make something
gluten free taste like it isn't.  Once you know what you
are doing, baking without gluten will come easy.

Here are a few tips to help you achieve great tasting
gluten free foods.

Copper

Are you getting enough copper in your diet?
Copper is an essential mineral which is stored
in small amounts in your body. 
The role of copper is important.  Copper helps
make energy, connective tissue and blood vessels.
It also helps maintain the nervous and immune
systems.

The amount of copper needed varies.  Adults 19
and older need 900 micrograms per day.  Pregnant
women need 1000 mcg per day, and breast feeding
women need 1300 mcg per day.

The best sources of this mineral include shellfish,
seeds, nuts, organ meats, wheat bran cereals,
whole grain products and chocolate.

tTG Test

The Transglutaminase (tTG) IgA antibody is associated
with gluten-sensitive enteropathies such as Celiac disease
and dermatitis herpetiformis.  This test is positive in 98%
of patients with Celaic and given to measure how much
the patient is adhering to the gluten free diet.