Helping out a cause that is important to me is a vital part of who I am. Our annual event that raises money for celiac disease is that cause for me. Some years I’ve been more active than others. This year however is a biggie –filled with challenges and rewards.
Work the gluten-free kinks out of your holiday gathering! Here are success stories from people who have done it!
New research confirms anemia has a major role in undiagnosed celiac disease. To get more details, read on…
This is the final installment of my discussion with my daughter about growing up gluten-free. This time she looks at how the future could be for kids like her with celiac disease.
The Chicago Tribune’s story about food allergens — specifically Wellshire Farms gluten-free products allegedly containing some gluten in them — is a hot topic in the celiac community. Today I pose the question about grocery stores. Without a recall, is the store obligated to take any action to protect customers? I checked in with a few of my local stores to see what they’re doing about this issue.
In less than a month, the family (and two dogs) are hitting the road for a power road trip to Nevada to see Grandma and Grandpa. What’s the best way to do it in gluten-free style? I’m launching my investigation with the help of the internet and your suggestions!
A fabulous Thanksgiving and why we’re thankful — yes thankful– for celiac disease.
In my last post, I expressed doubt and confusion about which celiac-friendly companies to trust after an alarming investigation by the Chicago Tribune. Well at least one company is coming out to reassure the public of its safety. While another is defending its gluten-free practices.
A call to action after an alarming report from the Chicago Tribune shows us that companies that make specific gluten-free foods, may actually contain some gluten. What’s more? The report states there are very few recalls and little government oversight into this food safety issue. What can we do?
When it was time this fall to make some gluten-free holiday cookies to share with other celiac families, I was stumped. I didn’t want to just do the same thing over and over again (sugar cookies or holiday wreaths). But then I found the right recipe…which became an adventure in baking for me…
