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I've been spending days look for a certified gluten free salt brand whilst eating bland food. I've heard mixed responses on McCormicks and Mortons, I've started looking at gourmet salts even. Most are labeled gluten free but have other products that contain gluten. Is there any certified gluten free salt?
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Gluten-Free Snack Foods are Not Health Foods
Jefferson Adams posted an article in Additional Concerns
Celiac.com 03/17/2020 - According to industry estimates, the gluten-free food market in Ireland grew 33% in a year to top $70 million in 2017. Nearly one in four people surveyed purchased gluten-free foods, but less than ten-percent of those consumers had celiac disease or some other medical sensitivity to gluten. For the project, Safefood researched the nutritional content of 67 gluten-free snack foods, including nut products and savory snacks, cereal and baked products, and confectionery. The research shows that 75% of gluten-free snack foods were high in fat, nearly seventy-percent were high in sugar, while many are also high in salt. The average calorie levels were about the same as a standard chocolate bar. Among those surveyed, misconceptions about the health benefits of gluten-free products included more than one in five people who thought that gluten-free foods were lower in fat, more than twenty-percent who thought they were lower in sugar, and nearly one in five who regard gluten-free diet as a healthy way to shed unwanted pounds. The issue can be confusing to a consumer, in part because many gluten-free products are associated by major celebrities and stars as part of a "clean label" or "free-from" eating regimen, but unfortunately these products can also include some less than nutritious items. Dr Catherine Conlon, Director of Human Health & Nutrition at Safefood sums it up by saying: “In the case of gluten-free snacks, you could end up purchasing snack foods with lots of added fat and sugar which are of no added benefit to your health.” Celiac.com has covered similar stories over the years. Basically, gluten-free doesn't necessarily mean healthy. Many gluten-free foods are high in salt, sugar and fat. Read labels, stay informed, and choose wisely. Remember, as Dr. Conlon noted in the report, "There is no consistent evidence that a gluten-free diet will improve your health if you aren’t sensitive to gluten. Many of the gluten-free snacks we surveyed are high in fat and sugar like other treat foods.” Download the full Safefood report “Cutting out Gluten – the nutrient profile of gluten-free snack foods on the island of Ireland." -
Celiac.com 04/04/2019 - More people than ever are avoiding gluten and buying gluten-free foods. Conventional stores are the major distribution channel for gluten-free products, with 2015 sales amounting to about 2.79 billion U.S. dollars. By 2020, the market is projected to be valued at 7.59 billion U.S. dollars. Gluten-free breads are one of the staples for many gluten-free diets. They make up a significant portion of gluten-free products sold in stores. However, gluten-free breads are drawing scrutiny for some ingredients that don’t seem very food-like. Gluten-Free Foods High in Salt, Fat and Sugar We know that gluten-free foods tend to have have lots of salt. We also know that they tend to contain high amounts of fat and sugar, as well. Consumers can be easily mislead by gluten-free labels and marketing claims. Dietician Aisling Pigott says that people have "this perception that choosing the gluten-free bread or cake is healthier for us but actually, it's generally the same product with the gluten removed and other additives added in to make that product taste right." The latest scrutiny comes in the form of an investigative report from a television station in the UK that is highlighting some startling truths about gluten-free breads. Among them, the report features Chris Young, a spokesman for the Real Bread Campaign, who warns consumers that some brands contain up to 27 different ingredients, some of which are "not, strictly speaking, food substances...You start off with water, rice flour, tapioca starch and maize starch," he said. "Then you start getting to things like humectant and glycerine, which you find in make-up. That's to keep it moist." Mr Young adds that many gluten-free beads contain xanthan gum as a thickener. Xanthan gum is also used in the oil drilling industry as a lubricant. Young goes on to suggest that gluten-free loaves should not be branded as bread. In response to the claims, the Gluten Free Industry Association said: "All food additives are assessed for safety and approved by the European Food Safety Authority.” To that, Mr Young says that “History is littered with artificial additives that one day are safe, then people start questioning them and they are either withdrawn or banned." Look, even if these additives are somehow digestible and safe, they are far from ideal dietary material. For people who do not have celiac disease or other medical intolerances to gluten, breads made of these ingredients is far less nutritious than actual bread made with wheat flour. People with celiac disease, and consumers looking for healthy alternatives, might consider long-fermented sourdough breads from small companies like San Francisco’s BreadSrsly, which are made by long-fermenting just a few gluten-free grains, like organic white rice, organic millet, and organic sorghum, and which contain no peanuts, tree nuts, potatoes tapioca or chickpeas. Long-fermented sourdough breads have been shown to reduce gluten-content in wheat bread. They also contain lactobacilli bacteria, which has been shown to aid digestion, and to reduce symptoms of IBS. Read more at Express.co.uk And at BreadSrsly.com
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Gluten-Free Foods High in Fat, Salt and Sugar
Jefferson Adams posted an article in Additional Concerns
Celiac.com 02/13/2018 - It is perhaps unsurprising that processed gluten-free foods are less nutritious than their gluten-containing counterparts. We've had data showing gluten-free foods to be high in sugar. We've had studies that show us they contain more salt. And now, for the trifecta, we have a recent study that shows us they contain more fat, sugar and salt. A study by the University of Hertfordshire surveyed more than 1,700 products from five UK supermarket chains and found that gluten-free foods have more fat, salt and sugar than their gluten-including counterparts, despite consumer perception that they "healthier" options. Except for crackers, every gluten-free food in the survey had more saturated fat, sugar and salt than non-gluten-free counterparts. On average for gluten-free brown bread and white bread had more than double the fat of regular breads. Gluten-free products also had significantly lower protein content than their gluten-containing equivalents, and were generally lower in ï¬ber and protein. Gluten-free products were also more likely to break the budget. On average, gluten-free products were also more than 1½ times more expensive than their counterparts, while gluten-free brown and white bread and gluten-free white and wholegrain flour sold at more than four times the price of comparable regular breads, on average. Overall, gluten-free foods are likely to be less nutritious and more expensive than their non-gluten-free counterparts. Basically, people on a gluten-free diet need to be extra careful about getting nutritious food. Simply substituting gluten-free versions of a a standard non-gluten-free diet likely means more fat, sugar and salt in your diet, along with less fiber. If you don't have a medically diagnosed reason for avoiding gluten, then be mindful about four food choices. -
Celiac.com 10/14/2017 - Filled with nuts and cranberries, these easy to cook baked apples are slow-cooker magic. Top them with sea salt caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got the makings for a memorable treat. Ingredients: 4 tart baking apples, such as Granny Smith, medium sized ⅓ cup dried cranberries, chopped ⅓ cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans ⅓ cup packed brown sugar 1 cup apple cider 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 inches of stick cinnamon 1 tablespoon butter, cut into four pieces ⅓ cup packed brown sugar ¼ cup whipping cream ¼ cup butter 1 tablespoon light-color corn syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt Vanilla ice cream, as desired Directions: Core apples, and peel the very top away from each apple. Arrange the apples, top side up, in a slow cooker. In a medium bowl, combine cranberries, walnuts and brown sugar. Spoon mixture into centers of apples, patting in with a knife or narrow metal spatula. Combine apple cider, lemon zest and lemon juice and pour around apples in cooker. Add stick cinnamon to liquid. Top each apple with a piece of butter. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 5 hours. Sauce Directions: In a heavy small saucepan, bring the ⅓ cup brown sugar, whipping cream, butter and corn syrup to a light boil over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally; reduce heat to medium. Boil gently, uncovered, for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and sea salt. Cool to room temperature before serving. Transfer warm apples to dessert dishes. Top each apple with a bit of the cooking liquid. Serve with sea salt-caramel sauce and ice cream, as desired.
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Celiac.com 08/29/2017 - The popularity of gluten-free products has soared, despite little evidence that gluten-free products are beneficial for people who do not have celiac disease. The number and range of gluten-free products continue to grow at a rapid pace, and manufacturers are adding more all the time. The proliferation of gluten-free products is inviting the scrutiny of nutritionists, some of whom are arraigning the alarm about questionable nutrition of many gluten-free foods and snacks. Recent products tests show that the vast majority of gluten-free snacks tested are far saltier than their non-gluten-free alternatives, say researchers. Just how much saltier? Researchers surveyed a total of 106 products, and found that many gluten-free snacks have up to five times more salt than non-gluten-free counterparts. And only a third of these products have proper warnings on their labels, according to a separate study by health campaigners. The team also compared salt content for each product in a particular category to the salt content (per 100g) of a randomly chosen gluten-containing equivalent product of that category. Notable differences in salt content include: Schar Gluten Free Pretzels (3.0/100g), twice the salt of Sainsbury's Salted Pretzels (1.5g/100g) Mrs Crimble's Original Cheese Crackers (3.5/100g), 2.5 times the salt of Ritz Original Crackers (1.38/100g) The Snack Organisation Sweet Chilli Rice Crackers (2.6/100g), 3 times as salty as Aldi's The Foodie Market Crunchy Chilli Rice Snacks (0.84/100g) These revelations invite questions about whether health-conscious shoppers are being misled. Nutritionists are urging shoppers to look past clever packaging, and to not automatically assume that "gluten-free" foods are healthy. Full Survey Data: Actiononsalt.org
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Did you know that Milton's Craft Bakers makes an outstanding line of gluten-free chips and crackers? I didn't, but was recently lucky enough to get to try out their Gluten-Free Himalayan Salt Baked Chips and their Gluten-Free Crispy Sea Salt Crackers. What really stood out about each of these wonderful gluten-free snacks was their lightness—since both are perfectly baked instead of fried, they tasted light, healthy, and very crunchy. The Crispy Sea Salt Crackers were perfect for dipping. I tried them with a jalapeno and artichoke dip, and they were wonderful, and I also had them with a sharp cheddar cheese on top. They seem to go great with everything, and are made with multiple grains including millet, brown rice, gluten-free oats, and corn. Likewise, the Himalayan Salt Baked Chips were similarly versatile, and were far lighter tasting than regular tortilla chips. Besides being gluten-free, the chips are also free of dairy, nut, soy, and eggs, and are made with corn, brown rice, lentils, and chick peas. Both snacks are non-GMO, Kosher, and don't contain any cholesterol. These outstanding snacks are a perfect addition to any party or event, or just to have as a snack on your own. They are gluten-free, but those who are not on a gluten-free diet will never notice this. Milton's Craft Bakers has done a great job making these wholesome, gluten-free snacks. Visit their site for more info.
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