The farmers market

[Daphne do]

I want to go to the farmers market but I scared they are gonna take a break to eat not wash their hands then touch the fruit and vegetables . Does anyone else have that concern? How would you deal with that would you not buy from the market or buy and just wash the stuff extra ? Or worse they eat right there in their stand dropping crumbs everywhere or the people walking around eating I'm super stressed out about this disease I am super sensitive I can't have any gluten in my house in 3 years I have only made it 3 months with out accidentally gluten once and the last 3 times was from other people's actions thank you for your time 

[yuluyouyue]

7 hours ago, Daphne do said:

I want to go to the farmers market but I scared they are gonna take a break to eat not wash their hands then touch the fruit and vegetables . Does anyone else have that concern? How would you deal with that would you not buy from the market or buy and just wash the stuff extra ? Or worse they eat right there in their stand dropping crumbs everywhere or the people walking around eating I'm super stressed out about this disease I am super sensitive I can't have any gluten in my house in 3 years I have only made it 3 months with out accidentally gluten once and the last 3 times was from other people's actions thank you for your time 

Hello, 

I buy at the farmers market all the time as it is still how we do our shopping where I live in SE Europe. It is easy to wash fruit and vegetables so you shouldn't worry so much as any potential gluten can be washed away. I havent really seen the sellers eating sandwiches above their wares though (I had the same concern in the beginning). The only thing I changed are the butchers at those markets and I now buy only from those that sell pure meats (no marinated stuff). You seem to be a very sensitive celiac so I understand your concerns, but living in fear is also not good and can take a toll on your health. If your groceries can be washed properly then I think it shouldn't be a problem. Also, a lot of fruit and vegs are the kind you have to or can peel so that gives you an extra layer of protection and reassurance. Best wishes!  

[Daphne do]

4 hours ago, yuluyouyue said:

Hello, 

I buy at the farmers market all the time as it is still how we do our shopping where I live in SE Europe. It is easy to wash fruit and vegetables so you shouldn't worry so much as any potential gluten can be washed away. I havent really seen the sellers eating sandwiches above their wares though (I had the same concern in the beginning). The only thing I changed are the butchers at those markets and I now buy only from those that sell pure meats (no marinated stuff). You seem to be a very sensitive celiac so I understand your concerns, but living in fear is also not good and can take a toll on your health. If your groceries can be washed properly then I think it shouldn't be a problem. Also, a lot of fruit and vegs are the kind you have to or can peel so that gives you an extra layer of protection and reassurance. Best wishes!  

Thank you that does make me feel better I do live in fear alot it's hard not too I appreciate you taking the time to reply very much