Jump to content

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):

    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Gluten Free Cornmeal?

JeffW

Recommended Posts

JeffW Newbie
JeffW
Posted

I'm newly diagnosed with celiac -- at this point I'm uncertain how sensitive I am. I'm needing to find gluten free cornmeal. I'm aware that the Quaker Oats products are out. I've been reading through the forum about Hodson's Mill, Bob's Red Mill, and Arrowhead Mills, and it sounds like none are to be trusted. As far as I know, I have no other food intolerances or allergies.

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


Skylark Collaborator
Skylark
Posted

What has given you the idea that Bob's Red Mill is not to trusted? If they label a product gluten-free it has been made in a dedicated gluten-free facility and tested with an R5 ELISA. The only way you would get cornmeal that's safer would be to buy whole dried corn and grind it yourself.

JeffW Newbie
JeffW
Posted
  • Author

I've seen comments here from various individuals -- for instance there is this (from 2007 -- so may be out of date...)

Bob's Red Mill Response About Corn Meal & Polenta

oceangirl Collaborator
oceangirl
Posted

Just because a company says it is "gluten free" does not assure us of safety- at least not yet! MANY, many of us here who've been on this journey for years have had issues with Bob's Red Mill; maybe they've cleaned up their act, but if you are highly sensitive, I would avoid them. I am almost 6 years in and the learning curve can be daunting at times!

Of course, finding out the hard way that I am ridiculously sensitive and do not tolerate any grains too well makes me avoid replacement foods altogether. Everyone is different; you have to find out through time where you land on the "gluten intolerance/celiac spectrum".

Good health to all,

lisa

JeffW Newbie
JeffW
Posted
  • Author

I'm thinking about going with the Arrowhead Mills Yellow Corn Meal.

Skylark Collaborator
Skylark
Posted

I've seen comments here from various individuals -- for instance there is this (from 2007 -- so may be out of date...)

Bob's Red Mill Response About Corn Meal & Polenta

That is VERY out of date. The Bob's website states that anything labeled gluten-free is tested and made in a gluten-free facility. It's pretty easy to find that information on the Bob's Red Mill website.

Open Original Shared Link

Maybe I missed it, but I don't think Arrowhead mills has a dedicated facility. Did you find somewhere on the website that made you more comfortable with Arrowhead Mills? I really prefer products from dedicated facilities.

JeffW Newbie
JeffW
Posted
  • Author

That is VERY out of date. The Bob's website states that anything labeled gluten-free is tested and made in a gluten-free facility. It's pretty easy to find that information on the Bob's Red Mill website.

Open Original Shared Link

Maybe I missed it, but I don't think Arrowhead mills has a dedicated facility. Did you find somewhere on the website that made you more comfortable with Arrowhead Mills? I really prefer products from dedicated facilities.

No, I didn't find anything -- all I'd seen was some anecdotal stuff. Not really enough to go on, but it was all I could find. Thanks for the information!

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


Skylark Collaborator
Skylark
Posted

No, I didn't find anything -- all I'd seen was some anecdotal stuff. Not really enough to go on, but it was all I could find. Thanks for the information!

You're welcome. Get in the habit of checking manufacturer's websites before you start looking at anecdotes. As the demand for gluten-free products grows, manufacturers are making changes to their policies and they tend to keep their websites pretty up to date. Watch for dedicated facilities and batch testing with an ELISA.

JeffW Newbie
JeffW
Posted
  • Author

You're welcome. Get in the habit of checking manufacturer's websites before you start looking at anecdotes. As the demand for gluten-free products grows, manufacturers are making changes to their policies and they tend to keep their websites pretty up to date. Watch for dedicated facilities and batch testing with an ELISA.

Yeah -- I just ran across a mention of ELISA yesterday. So much to learn...

sunnybabi1986 Contributor
sunnybabi1986
Posted

I use Bob's Red Bill Gluten Free Cornmeal, but it's kind of hard to find. They also make a non-gluten-free variety (it's made in a factory with wheat and says so on the bag). The gluten free variety clearly says "Gluten Free" on the front and states that it is made in a dedicated facility and tested routinely. I had to go to Amazon to get the gluten free bags, the stores in my area only carry the variety made in the factory with wheat :( But it's WAY cheaper on Amazon anyway :)

I use a recipe that calls for Pamela's Baking Mix and Cornmeal and it makes the most amazing corn bread/muffins ever!!

Anyway, just wanted to let you know to double check the label on any bags you find! Never had a problem with Bob's Red Mill and it's super delish in recipes :)

CarolinaKip Community Regular
CarolinaKip
Posted

Arrowhead organic corn meal...gluten free! It has on it's bag!

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):


  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      131,566
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    Rrenee2990
    Newest Member
    Rrenee2990
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.4k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):



  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):


  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • cristiana
      How long does it take to gain weight?

      By cristiana · Posted

      That's great news, you can do this.  Let us know how things go and don't hesitate to ask if you have any more questions. Cristiana 😊
    • petitojou
      How long does it take to gain weight?

      By petitojou · Posted

      Thank you so much for sharing your experience and I found myself giggling with happiness as I read how your body reached such spring! And I hope that your current journey is also successful!! Definitely starting the food diary! So many amazing advices. And it’s very scary. It really hits all our soft spots as well as our confidence system. Most doctors I went thought I was underage despite being in my late 20s. Right now I look like am I twelve, but is also this body that’s taking so much, so I might as well love it too! Going to make the necessary changes and stay in this path. Thank you again! 🫶
    • petitojou
      How long does it take to gain weight?

      By petitojou · Posted

      Thank you so much for the information and kind message! Reading this transformed how I’ve been viewing my efforts and progress. Guess there’s still a lot to celebrate and also heal 😌  Yes, I’ve been taking it! Just recently started taking a multivitamin supplement and separated vitamin D! I also took chewable Iron polymaltose for ferritin deficiency 2 months ago but was unable to absorb any of it.  Thank you again! Hearing such gentle words from the community makes my body and heart more patient and excited for the future. 
    • ckeyser88
      Roommate search

      By ckeyser88 · Posted

      I am looking for a roomie in Chicago, Denver or Nashville! 
    • Scott Adams
      Taken Seriously

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      Your post demonstrates the profound frustration and isolation that so many in the Celiac community feel, and I want to thank you for channeling that experience into advocacy. The medical gaslighting you endured for decades is an unacceptable and, sadly, a common story, and the fact that you now have to "school" your own GI specialist speaks volumes about the critical lack of consistent and updated education. Your idea to make Celiac Disease a reportable condition to public health authorities is a compelling and strategic one. This single action would force the system to formally acknowledge the prevalence and seriousness of the disease, creating a concrete dataset that could drive better research funding, shape medical school curricula, and validate the patient experience in a way that individual stories alone often cannot. It is an uphill battle, but contacting representatives, as you have done with Adam Gray, is exactly how change begins. By framing it as a public health necessity—a matter of patient safety and protection from misdiagnosis and neglect—you are building a powerful case. Your voice and your perseverance, forged through thirty years of struggle, are exactly what this community needs to ensure that no one else has to fight so hard just to be believed and properly cared for.
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.