Things A New Celiac Can Eat Right Away

[wendstress]

This is from my local CSA Group (Fox Valley, WI). It helped me tremendously in the first few weeks...

I mentioned it several times in other posts..... It loses it's formatting when I cut and paste, but it is still very useful information. If you would like the nice, 1-page document, please PM me with your email and I'll get it off to you.

(As always - read labels anyway!!!)

Disclaimer: This information, generated by Fox Valley Celiacs (FVC), is intended for the benefit of its members and other interested parties. Some celiacs may have other sensitivities (e.g. corn or soy). The text has not been submitted for approval to the Celiac Sprue Association (CSA). Neither FVC, nor any of its members, assume liability for the use of this information. Reproduction of this material is allowed to facilitate the exchange of celiac information. Food manufacturers' products are subject to formula change at any time. If you cannot confirm, by the label, that a product is gluten free, call the company's toll-free number. Many company websites will list their gluten-free products. A more inclusive list of gluten-free items can be found at www.glutenfreeinsd.com , which is also associated with CSA. ALWAYS read labels.

FOODS

Bacon― Oscar Meyer, Hormel

Baked Beans― B & M, Bush

[Girly Girl]

Thank you so much. I'm new and this is so helpful. I printed it out to keep in my purse.

[Krystal1018]

The food items looked okay as far as I am aware, but I just called Chapstick last week and they said they could NOT guarantee their products were gluten-free, so just be sure to double check!

[psawyer]

The food items looked okay as far as I am aware, but I just called Chapstick last week and they said they could NOT guarantee their products were gluten-free, so just be sure to double check!

The key word in that statement is "guarantee"--almost nobody will "guarantee" that something is gluten-free these days. Most legal departments now require that disclaimer be given. What it typically means is that they acquire ingredients from third parties and use them without testing each and every one every time. I use Chapstick, and have never had a problem.

[Gemini]

The key word in that statement is "guarantee"--almost nobody will "guarantee" that something is gluten-free these days. Most legal departments now require that disclaimer be given. What it typically means is that they acquire ingredients from third parties and use them without testing each and every one every time. I use Chapstick, and have never had a problem.

You always give such informative and straightforward advice, Peter! If it weren't for the liability problem, most information regarding gluten-free status would be easier for everyone. I also have used Chapstick without any problems so that is good enough for me.

[MisoSushi]

This list is awesome, def got some new ideas on food I can eat. I wish I had this list when I got started!