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Is Chocolate Gluten Free?

Is Chocolate Gluten Free? When adopting a gluten free diet, it can feel overwhelming to understand what is safe to eat. One indulgence that many people inquire about is chocolate. Begging the question, is chocolate gluten free? The good news is that chocolate in its purest form – simply roasted cacao beans – is gluten […]

Are Lentils Gluten Free?

Are Lentils Gluten Free?  Lentils are a starchy carbohydrate that are high in protein and fiber. Many people adopting a gluten free diet wonder, are lentils gluten free?  This article will explore this question. While there are nuances in eating lentils on a gluten free diet, here’s the bottom line: Lentils are naturally gluten free, […]

Gluten in Corn Can Damage Celiacs

New Study Finds That the Gluten in Corn Can Damage Celiacs Those with celiac disease are traditionally told to avoid four types of grain – wheat, rye, barley, and oats. These grains induce chronic inflammation of the small intestine which results in villous atrophy and malabsorption. But is it really the best advice to avoid […]

Is Couscous Gluten Free?

Is Couscous Gluten Free? Adopting a new way of eating can be confusing and overwhelming. So when it comes to a gluten free diet, The Gluten Free Society wants to be your go to source of trusted information to help guide your gluten free journey.  When considering what foods contain gluten, many people think of […]

Is Barley Gluten Free?

Is Barley Gluten Free? Adopting a new way of eating can be confusing and overwhelming. So when it comes to a gluten free diet, Gluten Free Society wants to be your go to source of trusted information to help guide your gluten free journey.  When considering what foods contain gluten, many think of wheat and […]

Is Sourdough Bread Gluten Free?

Is Sourdough Bread Gluten Free? The internet is full of information – and misinformation. When you have a  gluten sensitivity or have celiac disease, It can be difficult to identify which claims and sources are valid, particularly when it comes to health information. Your health is important and it is critical that you have the […]

Is Xanthan Gum Gluten Free?

Xanthan Gum – Is It Gluten Free? If you’re one to read nutrition labels on food, you have likely come across the ingredient Xanthan Gum. It has become more and more popular as an additive in processed gluten free foods.  But what exactly is it?  Here’s what we’re going to dig into: How is it […]

Is Buckwheat Gluten Free?

Is Buckwheat Gluten Free? When adopting a gluten free diet, it is common for patients to turn to a quick Internet search to determine what foods are gluten free. A quick glance may suggest that many alternative grains (or similar products) are gluten free. One common example is buckwheat. But there’s more to the story. […]

Is Rice Safe for Celiacs and The Gluten Sensitive?

When going gluten free, there are a few staple foods that people turn to. One of the most common is rice. But is rice a good choice for those following a gluten free diet? Is it safe and healthy? This article will answer those questions and explore the following topics: Is rice gluten free? Concerns […]

What Is Gluten Cross Contamination?

Perhaps you’ve heard the phrase cross contamination. It’s commonly used in reference to food contamination with bacteria, for example, not using a clean cutting board to cut vegetables after cutting raw chicken. This type of cross contamination in a cooking space can put you at risk of foodborne illness or food poisoning. But there is […]

Is There Gluten in My Medication?

Medicine cross contaminated with gluten

How Can You Tell if There is Gluten In Your Medicine? Seems like gluten is everywhere! But is gluten in your medication? There might be. Gluten is a common filler in many prescription and over the counter medications. A recent research report found that almost 20% of medicine contained gluten. The study also found that […]

Are Cheerios Gluten Free? Gluten Free Cheerios Recalled for Contamination of Wheat

Gluten-Free Cheerios? Are Cheerios Gluten Free? General Mills issued a voluntary recall of Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios this week. The following was taken directly from Cheerios.com’s website after their “gluten-free” factory was contaminated with wheat. “We are embarrassed & sorry to share an incident that occurred at our production facility in Lodi, California, that […]

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