Celiac.com 11/24/2017 - Do you have an emergency survival kit at home should disaster strike? Does that include drinking water and gluten-free provisions for at least a few days?
The fallout from the latest string of disasters still looms over parts of America; over Houston, Florida and neighboring states devastated by Hurricanes and by resulting floods; and over northern California communities devastated by wildfires.
That got us thinking about emergency kits. Gluten-Free-free emergency kits, to be precise.
What's in Your Emergency Gluten-Free Food Kit? This list is by no means authoritative or final. In fact, we are inviting you to share any favorites or ideas you may have for your own emergency kit.
Your Gluten-free Emergency Kit should include the following:
Water...

Celiac.com 04/24/2018 - Did you know in 2017 alone, the United States had OVER TENS OF THOUSANDS of people evacuate their homes due to natural disasters such as fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and tsunamis? Most evacuation sites are not equipped to feed your family the safe gluten free foods that are required to stay healthy.  Are you prepared in case of an emergency? Do you have your Gluten Free Emergency Food Bag ready to grab and go?  
I have already lived through two natural disasters. Neither of which I ever want to experience again, but they taught me a very valuable lesson, which is why I created a Gluten Free Emergency Food Bag (see link below). Here’s my story. If you’ve ever lived in or visited the Los Angeles area, you’re probably familiar with the Santa Ana winds a...

Celiac.com 09/10/2021 - I have been asked on several occasions, “What are the basic items to keep in a well-stocked pantry?”  A pantry really isn’t a ‘place’ as much as it is a state of mind.  It is a way of thinking and planning ahead when you shop so you always have basic food items on hand, negating the need to run to the grocery every time you cook.  Pantry items are dry goods or staples that need no refrigeration and have a decent shelf life.  Having the right items on your shelves will make cooking much easier.  Cooking gluten-free does not necessitate spending your life in the kitchen.
Remember to rotate—if you buy a can of gluten-free chicken broth, place it behind the can of broth you purchased a few weeks ago that is still on your pantry shelf.  That way, you are always u...

Celiac.com 11/14/2024 - Celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by the consumption of gluten, affects an estimated 1 in 100 people worldwide. Those who suffer from it face the daily challenge of ensuring that every bite they eat is free of gluten, which is found in wheat, rye, and barley. For many, the cost and availability of gluten-free food are major hurdles. In response to this pressing need, Bridget Tucker, an 18-year-old parishioner from the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland, Maryland, has spearheaded the launch of a gluten-free food pantry in her community. Bridget’s initiative, supported by her family and the wider parish, is making a real difference for individuals who face both food insecurity and dietary restrictions.
From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Bridget T...